Child Welfare Advocate

2 months ago


Kingston upon Thames, Greater London, United Kingdom Achieving for Children Full time

About the Role

Achieving for Children is a leading provider of fostering services, and we are seeking an experienced professional to join our team as a Fostering and Kinship Specialist. In this role, you will be responsible for providing a range of services to support children and families, including recruitment, assessment, training, and supervision.

Key Responsibilities

  • Conduct thorough assessments of children and families to determine the most suitable foster care arrangements.
  • Develop and implement individualized plans to support the needs of children and families.
  • Provide regular supervision and support to foster carers to ensure the best possible outcomes for children.
  • Collaborate with other professionals to ensure a comprehensive and coordinated approach to supporting children and families.
  • Stay up-to-date with relevant legislation and regulations, including the Children Act and the Fostering Regulations.

About You

  • You will have a professional qualification in social work (DipSW/CQSW/CSS or equivalent) and be registered with Social Work England.
  • You will have experience of working with children and families in a fostering or social work setting.
  • You will have excellent assessment, communication, and report writing skills.
  • You will be able to work effectively in a team and build strong relationships with colleagues, foster carers, and other professionals.

About Our Benefits

  • We offer a competitive salary and a range of benefits, including 29 days annual leave, increasing to 33 days after 2 years and 35 days after 4 years.
  • We provide a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme and a range of staff benefits and discounts.
  • We offer a range of training and development opportunities to support your career progression.


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