We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Social Worker to join our Adoption Team. Are you committed to supporting adoptive, special guardianship and kinship children, young people and families throughout their journey? Can you be creative and innovative in the provision of support?

it is a 37 hour post with a possibility of a 30 hour contract depending on service need. Grade 7/8/9.

We are a partner agency within Family Adoption Links. Our Social Workers undertake all aspects of adoption social work, resulting in a staff team who provide consistency for families and enjoy a varied workload. You do not need to have previously worked in adoption, as you will be supported to build skills and experience. Your commitment to achieving and supporting permanence for children is essential.

Our approach, our investment in our workforce, our culture of continuous learning and improvement, as well as our friendly and inclusive working environment, are what make North Lincolnshire stand out from the crowd.

We offer agile, flexible working and in-house training with a focus on the wellbeing of our workforce. Ofsted found that in North Lincolnshire, “Children benefit from a consistently high standard of social work practice. The commitment to children as a priority for the council and across the partnership is exemplary. Senior leaders have created a culture in which social work has flourished. It is based on the importance of relationships, and of promoting children’s sense of being loved and cared for.”

To apply for this post, you must have social work experience and demonstrate an understanding of the issues facing vulnerable children and young people. The successful candidate must be a qualified Social Worker and registered with Social Work England.

Interviews will take place on 20th April  2026. For further information, please contact Catherine Francis or Laura Norton on 01724 297024 or at: catherine.francis@northlincs.gov.uk laura.norton@northlincs.gov.uk