Senior Social Worker

5 days ago


Wakefield, Wakefield, United Kingdom Wakefield Council Full time
Job Title: Senior Social Worker - Fostering Service

We are seeking an experienced Senior Social Worker to join our Fostering Service team in Wakefield. As a key member of our Supervisory Team, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the well-being and safety of children in foster care.

About the Role:

This is an exciting opportunity to work closely with our team manager and advanced practitioner to deliver high-quality services to children and families. You will be responsible for:

  • Matching children with suitable foster carers
  • Providing placement stability and achieving good outcomes for children
  • Working closely with foster carers and other professionals to ensure the best possible outcomes for children
Requirements:

To be successful in this role, you will need:

  • A qualified Social Worker with at least 2 years post-qualifying experience
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work effectively in a team and manage a caseload of varying needs and complexities
  • Experience of working with children in care and foster carers
What We Offer:

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, as well as opportunities for professional development and growth. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and families, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.



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