Child Protection Professional

22 hours ago


Reading, Reading, United Kingdom CV-Library Full time
Fostering Social Work Specialist Job Summary

We are recruiting for a talented Fostering Social Work Specialist to join our team. As a qualified social worker with experience in fostering, you will be responsible for assessing the needs of foster carers, providing ongoing support, and working collaboratively with other agencies to ensure effective service delivery.

The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of child protection policies and procedures, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and the ability to work effectively in a team environment. This is a fixed-term role, covering maternity leave, with the potential to become fully permanent after this year.

About the Role

The Fostering Social Work Specialist will be responsible for managing a caseload of around 12 foster carers, providing regular updates and feedback to managers and stakeholders. They must have a Social Work Degree and a driving license, with the ability to work flexibly and manage competing priorities.

The salary for this role is up to £49,350 per annum, depending on experience. We offer a range of benefits, including home working opportunities, a local authority pension scheme, and tailored induction and ongoing training.

Responsibilities
  • Managing a caseload of around 12 foster carers, assessing their needs, and developing strategies to support them
  • Providing regular updates and feedback to managers and stakeholders
  • Working collaboratively with other agencies to ensure effective service delivery
  • Maintaining accurate records and reports, adhering to data protection guidelines
What We Offer
  • A competitive salary of up to £49,350 per annum
  • A low caseload, ensuring manageable workload
  • Home working opportunities, offering flexibility and work-life balance
  • Tailored induction and ongoing training, supporting professional development
  • A local authority pension scheme, providing financial security


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