Social Worker (Kinship Team)
Job Summary
Working Pattern:
Full time
Advert Start Date:
14/07/2026
Advert End Date:
Closed for applications on 09/08/2026 23:59
Salary:
7/8 (SCP 26-36) £37,280 - £47,181 per annum, plus an Essential Car User Allowance: £1239 per annum and 2% Recruitment and Retention Allowance paid monthly
Job Category:
Social Work - Children Service
Employment Location:
Sandhill Centre
Further Information
Social Worker/Senior Social Worker (Kinship Team)
Salary: Grade 7/8 (SCP 26-36) £37,280 - £47,181 per annum, plus an Essential Car User Allowance: £1239 per annum and 2% Recruitment and Retention Allowance paid monthly
Full Time/Permanent
Working Pattern: 37 hours per week (flexible patterns will be considered)
Location: Sandhill Centre, Grindon Lane, Sunderland, SR3 4EN / Agile
Closing date: 9th August 2026
Interview Date: 18th August 2026
Join our Team
Together for Children Sunderland is on a transformative journey to make a real difference in the lives of children and young people in Sunderland. We are an outstanding Ofsted-rated Children’s service, if you’re committed to helping children, families, and our community thrive and have the skills to support our mission, we would love to hear from you. You can learn more about us here: Together for Children.
About the role
Build relationships with children, young people, their families and networks, and work directly with them to undertake assessments of kinship carers, prospective Special Guardians and for Post Order support.
You would do this in line with the relevant policies and procedures in place within Together for Children, Sunderland Safeguarding Board and Fostering which support us to keep children and young people safe.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check from the Disclosure and Barring Service. As part of our safer recruitment due diligence, we will carry out an online internet search. The search will look for information that is publicly available online that might suggest that you are not fit to work with children or young people.
We want you to apply if you:
- Educated to degree level with appropriate professional Social Work qualification i.e.CSS/CQSW or DipSW, MA SW, BA Hons SW.
- Completion of ASYE.
- Current Social Work England Registration.
- Current driving licence and access to a car or means to mobility support.Evidence of continuous professional development.
- Please contact Viv Sears for an informal discussion.
Why work with us?
Make a difference: Our work matters. The work we do is incredibly rewarding. Join us and make a difference in the lives of our children, families, and community.
Inclusion: Thrive in our diverse and inclusive culture and be part of our employee networks, including Accessibility, LGBTQ+, Racial Equality, Armed Forces and Menopause.
Work-Life Balance: We offer a hybrid model of working with agile and flexible working arrangements, including part-time opportunities, flexible hours, and the possibility of remote work arrangements.
Professional Development: Advance your career with our comprehensive induction, supervision, peer support, and supportive environment.
Be part of a happier, healthier workforce: Benefit from our wide range of wellbeing activities and employee assistance programmes.
Attractive Salary, Benefits and Rewards: for additional information please follow this link Together for Children Benefits and rewards
What our team think: About Us
We value diversity and strongly encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including but not limited to various ages, disabilities, neurodiverse individuals, gender identities, sexual orientations, religions, beliefs, races, and ethnicities. We aim for our team to reflect the diversity of the communities we serve.
We are committed to making our application process accessible to everyone. Please reach out to our EDI Lead EDI@togetherforchildren.org.uk or peoplesupport@togetherforchildren.org.uk so we can discuss any adjustments or support we can provide during the recruitment process or within the workplace.
“Due to recent changes in UKVI rules, this role does not meet the criteria for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship under the updated eligibility requirements effective 22 July 2025.”
We operate a guaranteed interview scheme for applicants who can show they meet all the essential criteria and have indicated they have a disability, are a looked-after young person, are care experienced, or are a veteran.
Are you ready to make a difference?
Go to North East Jobs - Together for Children - Sunderland, and complete our online application form.
Please note
This job is closed for applications.