Qualified Social Worker – Children’s Adoption & Permanence

V49109345

£35 Per Hour

Full Time

Temporary

Derbyshire, Derbyshire

Social Care

Posted 10 hours ago

Expires In 29 Days

Job Description

🌟 Qualified Social Worker – Children’s Adoption & Permanence Team
📍 Location: East Midlands (Derbyshire)
💷 Pay Rate: £35 per hour
🕒 Type: Agency role

We’re recruiting a Qualified Social Worker to join the Adoption & Permanence Team at Derbyshire County Council — a vital role for those passionate about securing lifelong stability for children through adoption.

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About the Role
This is a specialist role focused on supporting children who have adoption as their care plan. You’ll play a key part in preparing these children for their forever homes by:
  • Completing high-quality Child Permanence Reports (CPRs)
  • Supporting matching and placement processes with prospective adopters
  • Working closely with multi-agency professionals to secure positive, stable outcomes for children

You will work with compassion, precision, and professionalism to ensure children receive the care and permanence they deserve.

Requirements
To succeed in this role, you’ll need:
  • Social Work England registration
  • 3+ years post-qualified experience in Children’s Social Work
  • Experience in adoption or permanence planning is highly desirable
  • Strong assessment and analytical skills (especially for writing CPRs)
  • The ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a supportive team
  • A valid driving licence and access to a vehicle

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Why Join This Team?
  • Capped caseloads for better work-life balance
  • Supportive and experienced management
  • Mix of office-based and remote working
  • A team that values high standards and genuinely cares about children’s futures

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What We Offer at Pertemps:
  • A dedicated consultant with access to roles across the UK
  • Online registration for quick and easy onboarding
  • Referral bonuses and loyalty incentives
  • Full compliance support and reliable weekly payroll
This role is ideally suited for those living in or travelling from: Derby, Nottingham, Leicester, Sheffield, Lincoln, Burton-upon-Trent, Loughborough, Chesterfield, Mansfield, and nearby areas.

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Not quite the right role? We recruit across all areas of Qualified Social Work — including Adoption, Fostering, Child Protection, MASH, and more. Get in touch to explore other opportunities.

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Contact us today for more info or to apply directly. 👇