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Supervising Social Worker – Connected People’s Team. We are currently seeking a committed, resilient, and experienced Supervising Social Worker to join the Connected People’s Team at Cheshire West and Chester Council, based at The Portal in Ellesmere Port. This is an excellent opportunity for a dedicated social work professional who is passionate about supporting children to remain within their family networks wherever it is safe and appropriate to do so. The team specialises in family and friends fostering, completing comprehensive assessments and providing ongoing support to carers who are looking after children known to them, including those applying for Special Guardianship Orders (SGOs).
Job Responsibility:
Undertake detailed Connected Person and Special Guardianship assessments
Provide support, guidance, and supervision to family and friends carers
Complete robust and timely assessments, often within court-directed timescales
Work closely with Children’s Social Workers, Legal Services, and the Courts
Maintain a strong understanding of care proceedings, permanence planning, and court processes
Travel as required to undertake assessments, which may include out-of-county visits and occasional overnight stays
Requirements:
Qualified Social Worker with Social Work England registration
Significant post-qualified experience in children’s services
Experience completing Connected Person / Special Guardianship assessments
Strong knowledge of court processes and care proceedings
Ability to work independently while managing a busy caseload