Fostering Specialist

16 hours ago


London, Greater London, United Kingdom Entrust Social Care Ltd Full time

About the Role

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We are seeking a qualified Social Worker to join our Children's Fostering Team in Staffordshire. As a key member of our team, you will contribute flexibly across the county's Fostering Service to ensure the safety and well-being of children.

With a minimum of 2 years' experience as a UK Social Worker within a Children's Social Work team, you will undertake direct supervisory support roles to fostering families and contribute to assessments to ensure young people receive restorative support and care.

You will work closely with multi-agency professionals to coordinate family-based needs and develop positive outcomes for young people. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of vulnerable children and their families.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Recruitment, retention, and supervision of fostering households
  • Direct support to fostering families and contributing to assessments
  • Collaboration with multi-agency professionals to meet family-based needs

Requirements:

  • DipSW or equivalent qualification
  • Registration with the HCPC
  • Current DBS and valid driving licence

Negotiable Salary: £25-£35 per hour (dependent on experience), subject to contract negotiation. The successful candidate will need to undergo a DBS check and provide professional references.



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