Social Worker - Fostering Team

JOB-20240819-db742659

Job Title: Social Worker - Fostering Team
Specialism: Social Worker - Children (Fostering)
Location: Kingston & Richmond, UK
Salary: £37.52 per hour
Type: Ongoing, Full Time

Social Worker within the Fostering Team in Kingston & Richmond, earning £37.52 per hour. This ongoing full-time locum opportunity offers 36 hours per week and a flexible hybrid working arrangement. This is an exciting opportunity to join Achieving for Children and play a key role in supporting foster carers and improving outcomes for children in care, while benefiting from a supportive and collaborative working environment.

Perks and benefits

• Full Time: Work 36 hours per week, providing consistency and stability in your role.
• Hourly Pay: Earn £37.52 per hour, offering flexibility and excellent financial reward.
• Hybrid Working: Benefit from a blend of office-based and remote working, with three days in the office alongside in-person meetings and peer supervision.
• Professional Development: Access ongoing opportunities for learning, growth, and career progression.
• Networking Opportunities: Work alongside experienced professionals in a supportive fostering service.
• Prime Location: Enjoy working in Kingston upon Thames, with its vibrant High Street, cultural attractions, and excellent amenities.

What you will do

• Foster Carer Assessments: Assess prospective foster carers to ensure safe and suitable placements for children.
• Carer Support: Provide ongoing supervision, guidance, and support to foster carers, promoting best practice.
• Safeguarding: Ensure the safety and wellbeing of children placed in foster care through effective monitoring and intervention.
• Case Management: Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with fostering regulations and policies.
• Multi-Agency Working: Collaborate with colleagues, professionals, and partner organisations to achieve positive outcomes.
• Advocacy: Engage directly with children and young people, ensuring their voices are heard and their needs are met.
• Team Participation: Contribute to team meetings, case reviews, and service development initiatives.

Qualifications / Requirements

• Social Work Qualification: Degree in Social Work or equivalent recognised qualification.
• Registration: Current Social Work England registration.
• Experience: Previous experience within fostering, children's social work, or related statutory services.
• Safeguarding Knowledge: Strong understanding of child protection