Social Worker
2 months ago
About the Role
Achieving for Children is a leading provider of fostering services, and we are seeking an experienced Social Worker to join our team. As a Social Worker - Fostering & Kinship Specialist, you will play a critical role in ensuring the well-being and safety of children in foster care.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct thorough assessments of foster carers and children to ensure the best possible outcomes.
- Develop and implement effective support plans to promote stability and permanency for children in foster care.
- Work closely with foster carers, birth families, and other professionals to ensure a collaborative approach to child welfare.
- Provide expert advice and guidance to foster carers and other stakeholders on child welfare and fostering regulations.
- Participate in peer group supervision sessions to share best practices and improve service delivery.
About You
- You will hold a professional qualification in social work (DipSW/CQSW/CSS or equivalent) and be registered with Social Work England.
- You will have experience in working with current legislation and regulations, particularly in the area of fostering.
- You will possess excellent assessment, communication, and report writing skills.
- You will be able to build strong partnerships and maintain relationships with a range of professionals, including foster carers.
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) and a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme.
- We provide opportunities for professional development and career advancement, including tailored induction sessions and a range of staff benefits and discounts.
- We are committed to creating a positive and supportive work environment, where you can thrive and make a real difference in the lives of children and families.
Important Information
Achieving for Children is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is exempted under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, and appointment to this post will be conditional upon the receipt of a satisfactory response to a check of police records via Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).
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