Foster Care Manager

4 days ago


Hassocks, West Sussex, United Kingdom Polaris Community Full time
Job Overview

Polaris Community is seeking an experienced Social Worker to join our Foster Care team as a Supervising Social Worker.

We are looking for someone who can provide direct support to foster parents, promote high-quality practice, and collaborate with other professionals to ensure the well-being of children and young people.

About the Role

This is a full-time position that requires the ability to travel across Essex and surrounding areas. The successful candidate will have a recognised Social Work qualification and prior experience in family placement work and foster care practice.

The salary for this role is estimated to be around £37,000 per annum, plus a £3,000 car allowance. Benefits include 30 days annual leave (rising to 35 days with length of service), company pension, life assurance, employee discount scheme, medical cash plan, and free parking.

Key Responsibilities
  1. Directly support foster parents within a realistic caseload.
  2. Regular supervision and monitoring of foster parents' practice.
  3. Collaborate with children, young people, foster parents, and other professionals to ensure safeguarding and child protection.
Requirements
  • Recognised Social Work qualification or equivalent.
  • Prior experience in family placement work and foster care practice (training and development provided).
  • Comprehensive knowledge of fostering regulations, child care law, and safeguarding legislation.
  • Excellent communication and IT skills, including Microsoft Office and databases.
  • Full driving licence with unrestricted access to your own car.


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