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Adoption Social Worker
| Posting date: | 09 July 2024 |
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| Salary: | £47,167.00 to £54,879.00 per year |
| Additional salary information: | £47167.00 - £54879.00 a year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 05 August 2024 |
| Location: | Douglas, IM1 2SF |
| Company: | NHS Jobs |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | K0006-24-0163 |
Summary
About the role Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children, young people, and families? We're looking for a dynamic individual to join us at Manx Care as an Adoption Social Worker. In this varied and engaging role, you'll work closely with families, professionals, and agencies, providing high-quality support to adoptive families and those in Special Guardianship arrangements. Your excellent communication skills, empathy, and ability to handle sensitive situations will be crucial in this position. Key Responsibilities: Provide effective support to adoptive and Special Guardianship families Recruit, assess, and train new adopters Collaborate with agencies to promote the corporate parenting agenda Help children and young people thrive and reach their potential If you're ready to make a real impact and have the skills we need, apply now to become a vital part of our team! A workplace that invests in you A competitive salary that increases each 12 months until you reach the salary maximum. A relocation package of up to £7,000 based on receipts is available for this role. Housing Assistance is also available where the Department will pay the difference between your current mortgage/rent bill, and that of your new accommodation on the Isle of Man, up to a maximum of £250 per month. This role also qualifies for a recruitment incentive of £3,000, payable in the 1st, 13th, and 25th months of employment. To find out more about our relocation package click here. Annual leave starting from 21 days, a Privilege Day and 10 Bank Holidays; your annual leave will increase after your first year and again after your third year. A flexi-time scheme where you can accrue additional time worked to take as leave. Subject to meeting eligibility criteria, the IOM Public Service offers two pension arrangements the Isle of Man Government Unified Scheme 2011 or the Isle of Man Government Defined Contribution (DC) Arrangement. Access to the Learning, Education and Development training facility, which is exclusively for Public Service employees, to keep on top of your continuous professional development. Free access to the Isle of Man Government Staff Welfare Service which offers professional counselling, emotional support and sign-posting on a wide range of issues. Ability to apply for an unpaid career break after 3 years’ service. Access to the Isle of Man Public Service Cycle to Work scheme after your first year of employment. Access to the Government staff canteen where you can purchase affordable meals, drinks and snacks. Making the Isle of Man your new home A hidden gem in the Irish Sea, the Isle of Man boasts an extensive coastline, stunning natural landscapes and unspoilt beaches. There are an abundance of opportunities and lots of places to discover! You can visit our great cafes, bars and restaurants, and become part of the Island’s close-knit community. The island is well connected to the UK with quick, direct flights and ferries to many destinations. Want to find out more about Island life? Visit www.locate.im to find out why you should make your move to the Isle of Man!