Social Worker | Fostering – Kinship Assessment Team

Social Worker – Fostering – Kinship Assessment Team – Preston – Full Time

This is a permanent full‑time position (37 hours/week, pro rata) that pays £36,363–£40,777 per annum. The role is based in County Hall, Preston and will require travel – a valid driving licence and access to a car are essential.

• Undertake viability assessments of proposed Kinship foster carers and Special Guardians.
• Prepare and assess prospective Kinship foster carers and Special Guardians, compiling assessment reports for the fostering panel and the court.
• Communicate effectively with a range of stakeholders – children, care givers, professionals – using appropriate language and reflective practice.
• Work collaboratively with the team to support vulnerable children within the community and improve outcomes for children and families.

• Up to 32 days annual leave plus bank holidays, plus 2 additional days at Christmas.
• Local authority pension with shared AVC provisions.
• Employee Assistance Programme, support groups, cycle‑to‑work scheme, 24/7 employee assistance and more.
• Opportunities for mentoring, apprenticeship and multidisciplinary initiatives – flexible working arrangements available.

Please contact Kevin Goosey for an informal and confidential chat:

Email: ke
Tel:

Closing Date: 05/01/2026
Interviews: 16/01/2026

The post is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended 2013). Successful applicants will be required to apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) for a disclosure.

In return Lancashire County Council offers a range of benefits, which can be found on the LCC Vacancies website.

We reserve the right to close down a vacancy early, before the closing date, if we receive sufficient applications.