Child Welfare and Family Support Manager
20 hours ago
Join our dedicated team of social workers at Caritas Care in Preston, Lancashire, and make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and young people.
This challenging yet rewarding role involves supervising and supporting a caseload of fostering families and children, ensuring they receive the highest quality care and support.
As a Senior Social Worker, you will be responsible for:
- Recruiting, training, and assessing prospective foster carers
- Providing regular supervision and support to foster carers and children
- Coordinating with other professionals and agencies to deliver comprehensive support services
**Salary Information:** The salary for this role is £33,587 - £37,996 per annum (pro rata for part-time) or £43,325 for a full-time equivalent.
About the Job: We value our employees' well-being with access to Employee Assistance Programs, flexible working arrangements, and opportunities for professional growth and development.
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