Social Worker – Kinship Assessment Team, Mid Essex

Social Worker – Kinship Assessment Team, Mid Essex

Permanent, Full Time

Salary: £38,487 to £51,834 per annum

Location: Chelmsford

Working Style: Community-based worker

Closing Date: 22nd June 2026

About the Role

We are looking for a social worker to join the Kinship Assessment Team, responsible for conducting Viability and full Kinship Foster Carer and Special Guardianship assessments. Initial focus will be on completing Viability assessments for prospective CP/SG families, with opportunities to undertake both. Assessments are prepared for court or fostering panel; you may be required to give evidence.

Opportunity

As part of a team established in 2019 and expanded to meet demand across Essex, this fast‑paced role allows you to assess and support potential SGO/Kinship carers, provide trauma‑focused assessments, and contribute to the development of the service. You ...