Social Worker

4 weeks ago


Kingston upon Thames, Greater London, United Kingdom Achieving for Children Full time

About the Role

Achieving for Children is seeking a skilled Social Worker to join its expanding Independent Fostering Agency in Kingston. The successful candidate will work with colleagues to provide a range of fostering services, including recruitment, assessment, training, and supervision/support. Key responsibilities will include undertaking assessments, safely placing children, and achieving permanency plans. The team also completes initial family assessments and viability assessments.

About You

  • You will hold a professional qualification (DipSW/CQSW/CSS or equivalent) and be actively registered with Social Work England, with a proven commitment to continuing professional development.
  • You will have knowledge and experience in working with current legislation and regulations, particularly fostering regulations and national minimum standards.
  • You will have experience in completing thorough assessments, ideally Form F/C and special guardianship assessments.
  • You will have experience in supporting foster carers through regular supervision visits, tracking training engagement, and promoting placement stability.
  • You will have experience in building strong partnerships, maintaining relationships, and working with a range of professionals, especially foster carers.

About Our Benefits

Achieving for Children offers a competitive salary, local government pension scheme, and flexible working options. You will also have access to a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, a range of staff benefits and discounts, and an excellent learning and development offer to support your career pathway.



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