Expert Fostering Support Professional

1 day ago


Middlesbrough, Middlesbrough, United Kingdom Randstad Full time
Job Description

This is a unique opportunity for an experienced Social Worker to make a real difference in the lives of foster carers and the children in their care. As a Fostering Retention Social Worker, you will work closely with foster carers to provide ongoing support and supervision, ensuring they have the necessary tools for successful placements.

Your role will involve developing and implementing strategies to improve foster carer retention and reducing placement breakdowns. You will also work with fostering and children's services teams to monitor the quality of foster care placements.

Key responsibilities include:

  1. Providing guidance and advocacy to foster carers to help them navigate complex issues.
  2. Attending reviews, support groups, and multi-agency meetings to discuss foster carer cases.
  3. Maintaining accurate records and reports to ensure compliance with legal and professional standards.
Main Requirements
  • Professional Qualifications: Qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England.
  • Work Experience: Proven experience in fostering, adoption, or a similar area within children's services.
  • Skills: Strong understanding of fostering regulations, safeguarding procedures, and relevant legislation.
Salary and Benefits

The salary for this role is £33,024 - £41,418 per annum, with a 15% market supplement of £4,953 - £6,212. The benefits package includes hybrid working, a relocation assistance package of up to £8,000, and an excellent pension scheme with up to 14% match.

The annual leave policy offers 26 days increasing to 31 after 5 years, plus bank holidays. The company also provides access to sickness pay, counseling, and a 24/7 confidential hotline, as well as exclusive discounts via the Hapi App.



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