Qualified Social Worker - Permanence, Assurance and Service Team

Qualified Social Worker – Permanence, Assurance and Progression Service Team

Job Title: Qualified Social Worker – Permanence, Assurance and Progression Service Team
Specialism: Social Worker – Children’s Services
Location: Wolverhampton, UK
Salary: £30.57 per hour
Contract Type: Ongoing (Part-Time / Full-Time available)

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Qualified Social Worker to join the Permanence, Assurance and Progression Service Team in Wolverhampton. This role is ideal for an experienced children’s social worker looking to make a meaningful impact on the lives of young people by supporting their long-term stability and growth.

Offering a competitive hourly rate of £30.57 and flexible part-time or full-time hours, this ongoing position combines purpose, professional development, and a balanced lifestyle — all within a supportive, forward-thinking environment.

• Part-Time / Full-Time hours:
  Choose hours that fit your lifestyle, ensuring the perfect work-life balance.
• Hourly Pay:
  Enjoy the flexibility and control that comes with a competitive hourly rate.
• Professional Development Opportunities:
  Access training and learning opportunities to strengthen your skills and progress your career.
• Variety of Work Settings:
  Experience diverse environments and expand your expertise across different service areas.
• Networking:
  Collaborate with passionate professionals across multi-agency networks, broadening your experience and connections.

• Manage a caseload of children with plans for permanence, ensuring each care arrangement is safe, secure, and effective.
• Conduct statutory visits, reviews, and assessments to monitor progress and promote the best outcomes.
• Collaborate with foster carers, adopters, and multi-agency professionals to maintain placement stability and positive development.
• Develop and review care and pathway plans, ensuring they are tailored to each child’s needs and aspirations.
• Provide direct emotional and practical support to children and families, fostering resilience and well-being.
• Contribute to permanence panels and quality assurance processes, ensuring high standards of care and compliance.
• Prepare detailed reports for multi-agency meetings and court proceedings, ensuring accuracy and professionalism.
• Work closely with Independent Reviewing Officers (IROs) to ensure timely progression of care plans.
• Support smooth transitions for young people moving towards Leaving Care or Adulthood Services.
• Maintain accurate and comprehensive case records using the Council’s digital management system.
• Champion the voice of the child, ensuring their perspectives shape every care decision.
• Engage in reflective supervision and continuous improvement activities to enhance practice quality.
• Share best practice and contribute to service development within the wider team.

With its vibrant culture, historic charm, and welcoming community, Wolverhampton is a fantastic place to live and work. From its beautiful green spaces and thriving arts scene to excellent transport links and local amenities, it offers an ideal environment for both professional and personal growth. Join a service that values collaboration, compassion, and commitment — and help create brighter futures for children and families.

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