Senior Social Worker

3 weeks ago

Croydon, Greater London, United Kingdom Polaris Community Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior/Supervising Social Worker to join our team at Foster Care Associates, a leading independent fostering agency within the Polaris Community.

As a Senior/Supervising Social Worker, you will play a vital role in supporting foster parents and their families to achieve outstanding outcomes for children and young people in foster care.

Key Responsibilities
  • Support foster parents and their families to provide a safe, healthy, and nurturing environment for children and young people.
  • Monitor the continued suitability and competence of foster parents, ensuring they meet the required standards.
  • Provide regular supervision to allocated foster parents, working in partnership to identify needs and develop strategies for improvement.
  • Collaborate with the referral team to ensure seamless support for children and families.
  • Participate in an out-of-hours support service and day duty system to provide 24/7 support.
  • Undertake initial home visits and Form F Assessments as required.
Requirements
  • Social Work qualification and professional registration with Social Work England or equivalent.
  • Proven ability to produce high-quality report writing and a comprehensive understanding of relevant legislation and child safeguarding procedures.
  • Full driving license and willingness to travel extensively, including occasional nights away.
  • Confidence in transporting children and young people in challenging situations.
About Us

Foster Care Associates is a leading independent fostering agency within the Polaris Community, dedicated to making a positive and lasting difference for children, families, and communities. We are committed to supporting every child and foster parent, every minute of the day.

As a member of our team, you will be part of a supportive and collaborative environment, working towards a common goal of providing exceptional care and services to children and families.

We are an equal opportunities employer and have been awarded the Disability Confident Employer status by the Jobcentre Plus. The successful applicant will be subject to a DBS check at enhanced level.

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