https://jobs.co.uk/job/social-worker-family-connections-service-hampshire-county-council--4b893d4b-3510-4716-9b07-ebcfe62f020e RSS feed for Social Worker (Family Connections Service) at HAMPSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL. en-gb Mon, 25 May 2026 08:27:03 GMT https://jobs.co.uk/job/social-worker-family-connections-service-hampshire-county-council--4b893d4b-3510-4716-9b07-ebcfe62f020e https://jobs.co.uk/job/social-worker-family-connections-service-hampshire-county-council--4b893d4b-3510-4716-9b07-ebcfe62f020e Thu, 21 May 2026 11:53:09 GMT Location: Basingstoke | Salary: 10000-500000 Annual | Type: Permanent | As a Social Worker in our Family Connections Service, you''ll play a vital role in helping children remain within their family networks and thrive outside of the care system. Your work will ensure children grow up in familiar, stable environments where they can flourish. You''ll assess, prepare, and support carers who have a connection to the child, working collaboratively with Social Workers, Team Managers, and legal representatives to deliver a whole-family approach to care planning. Our specialist team works closely with Children''s Social Work teams and other professionals to deliver safe, effective care within family networks. With over 900 children supported under Special Guardianship Orders and an average of 200 kinship carers in assessment, this is a dynamic and evolving service where your contribution will make a real difference. What you''ll do Advise Children''s Social Workers to identify and engage potential family and friends'' carers. Complete thorough assessments of connected carers for Special Guardianship or fostering roles. Equip carers with the knowledge and confidence to provide safe, nurturing homes. Deliver ongoing support to carers to ensure stability and po... Permanent