Social Worker - Fostering Team

JOB-20240819-db742659

Job Title: Social Worker - Fostering Team
Specialism: Social Worker - Children
Location: Kingston upon Thames, UK
Salary: £37.52 per hour
Type: Ongoing, Full Time

Social Worker within the Fostering Team in Kingston upon Thames, earning £37.52 per hour. This ongoing locum opportunity offers 36 hours per week with the Achieving for Children Kingston & Richmond Fostering Team. With a flexible hybrid working model comprising three office-based days alongside in-person meetings and peer supervision, this is an excellent opportunity for an experienced fostering social worker to make a meaningful difference while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.

Perks and benefits

• Full Time: Enjoy the consistency and stability of a full-time position while supporting positive outcomes for children and foster carers.
• Hourly Pay: Earn a competitive rate of £37.52 per hour, rewarding your expertise and commitment.
• Hybrid Working: Benefit from a flexible working arrangement with three office-based days, regular in-person meetings, and peer supervision.
• Work-Life Balance: Maintain a strong balance between professional responsibilities and personal commitments.
• Professional Development: Access learning opportunities and gain valuable experience within a well-established fostering service.
• Supportive Team Environment: Work alongside experienced professionals in a collaborative and encouraging team.
• Meaningful Impact: Help provide safe, stable, and nurturing homes for children and young people.

What you will do

• Foster Carer Assessments: Complete comprehensive assessments of prospective foster carers and prepare detailed, high-quality reports.
• Carer Support and Supervision: Provide ongoing supervision, guidance, and support to foster carers to promote placement stability and positive outcomes.
• Care Planning: Contribute to care planning and placement support, ensuring that children's needs remain central to decision-making.
• Multi-Agency Working: Collaborate with social workers, education professionals, health services, and partner agencies to coordinate effective support.
• Training and Development: Support foster carers through training and development activities to enhance skills and confidence.
• Annual Reviews: Undertake foster carer reviews and ensure compliance with fostering regulations and standards.
• Safeguarding: Identify and respond appropriately to safeguarding concerns, ensuring children remain safe and protected.
• Team Participation: Attend team meetings, peer supervision ses