Fostering Recruitment Social Worker

5 days ago

Blyth, Northumberland, United Kingdom TACT Full time

Salary - £24,407 per annum + £510 Homeworking Allowance per annum

Hours - 24 Hours Per Week

Contract - FTC - 12 Months

Location – Home-based with travel required to visit foster families located across Scotland with focus on Dundee/Angus

Travel also requires attending staff meetings and team away days.

As a 'not for profit' organisation, TACT puts the needs of our children and carers first and looks to appoint individuals who are as passionate about fostering as we are. TACT invests all surplus income into staff, carers, and child development. This means that we have established expert in-house support services such as our TACT Health and Education Services and created TACT Connect, our ground-breaking scheme for care-experienced young people and adults. New staff will join us as we embark on a journey to become a wholly trauma-informed organisation with the aim of increasing our effectiveness and improving outcomes for the children and young people in our care.

We pride ourselves on our flexible working opportunities, an extensive well-being programme, and our benefits package, all curated to support a healthy work-life balance for all our staff. We will also invest in your learning, supporting your growth and development during your employment with TACT. You will be encouraged to attend personal and professional development opportunities and will have access to learning and resources to empower you to advance your knowledge and skills.

We are currently the 4th Best Charity to work for and the 16th Best Mid-Sized Company in the UK according to The Best Companies criteria and our survey results have evidenced "outstanding" levels of engagement amongst staff in recent years. You can view our Best Companies summary video here.

The Fostering Recruitment Social Worker will be responsible for leading on the full recruitment cycle/process of new foster carers in TACT Scotland which will include delivering Skills to Foster training. Liaising with various stakeholders regarding the foster carer provision/recruitment in TACT Scotland. Conducting initial visits and attending recruitment events/activities associated with the role. You would work closely with the Scotland fostering team including the Family Finder and the central Recruitment Service in ensuring a timely and carer focused recruitment journey for potential foster carers.

The main role requirements for this role include:

  • A degree in Social Work or equivalent
  • Up-to-date registration with Scottish Social Services Council
  • Post-qualifying experience which should include at least 2 years in relevant family placement work or post-qualifying experience in other childcare settings which must include statutory childcare work.
  • A proven track record in working with and on behalf of children and foster families, using a trauma-informed therapeutic approach.
  • Experience in group work and/or delivery of training.
  • Assessment of Foster Carers, using BAAF Competency Based Form F.
  • Experience in working with the public and engaging a wide range of community groups and organisations
  • Up-to-date knowledge of relevant legislation including the Fostering National Minimum Standards and Fostering regulations.
  • Experience of working with/supporting looked after children and their foster carers.
  • Ability to prioritise, plan and self-organise efficiently.
  • Capable of using electronic records systems and IT effectively, including participating in virtual meetings and webinars.

    TACT offers an excellent employee benefits package including:
    • 31 days paid holiday plus bank holidays.
    • Flexible working arrangements (including compressed hours, flexibility around core hours, and volunteer days policy).
    • Family-friendly policies.
    • Homeworking 'bundle' including annual allowance of £750, IT equipment, and a loan for home office set up.
    • Stakeholder pension scheme (salary sacrifice) and life insurance from day one.
    • Employee Assistance Programme (including free CBT counselling, remote GP appointments, physiotherapy, mental health support, and second opinions).
    • Fantastic learning and development opportunities.

      A PVG Check is also required and will be processed by TACT on your behalf.

      Please see the Job Information Pack and Job Description for further information.

      Closing Date: Monday, 1st July 2024

      Interview Date: Wednesday, 10th July 2024 (via Microsoft Teams)

      Safeguarding is everyone's business and TACT believes that only the people with the right skills and values should work in social work. As part of TACT's commitment to safeguarding, we properly examine the skills, experience, qualifications and values of potential staff in relation to our work with vulnerable young children. We use rigorous and consistent recruitment approaches to help safeguard TACT's young people. All our staff are expected to work in line with TACT's safeguarding policies.

      TACT does not accept unsolicited CVs from external recruitment agencies nor accept the fees associated with them.

      TACT reserves the right to close the vacancy once we have received sufficient applications, so we advise you to submit your application as early as possible to prevent disappointment.

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