Social Worker - Fostering

• Effortless Registration: Say goodbye to paperwork! Our fully online and paperless registration service streamlines the process, making it convenient and hassle-free for you.

• Compliance Made Easy: Enjoy peace of mind with our free DBS and compliance service, which includes paid-for mandatory e-learning and practical training modules tailored to your needs.

• Exclusive Opportunities: Unlock access to prestigious Social Work roles that you won’t find elsewhere. From collaborating with NHSBT to supporting vital projects at The Home Office and Vaccination Centres or relocating candidates to Australia, The Falkland Islands and many other destinations, our network opens doors to diverse and impactful assignments in the UK and globally.

• Expert Guidance and Support: Benefit from personalised clinical governance and revalidation support from our in-house qualified health professional with over 15 years of experience. We’re here to ensure you’re always on top of your game.

• Rewarding Referral Program: Spread the word and reap the rewards! Refer a friend that works in Social Work and receive a generous £250 bonus once they’ve completed just 100 hours of work. The best part? There’s no limit to how many friends you can refer.

• Professional Development: Working as a locum in Social Work provides opportunities for continuous professional development. You may encounter new challenges, technologies, and best practices in different settings, which can enhance your clinical skills and knowledge.

Duties of the Social Worker:

• Provide supervision and support to foster carers, ensuring the well-being and safety of children in their care.

• Conduct regular home visits and assessments to monitor the quality of care provided by foster families.

• Collaborate with local authority child care teams to coordinate services and support for foster placements.

• Maintain accurate records and documentation related to foster care.

• Participate in team meetings and training sessions.

• Advocate for the best interests of children and promote their emotional, physical, and educational development.

• Ensure compliance with fostering regulations, legislation, and National Minimum Standards.

• Support foster carers in managing challenging situations and providing a nurturing environment. Skills and Experience:

• Ability to build positive relationships with foster carers and children.

• Excellent communication and organisational skills.

• Degree or equivalent in social work

• Current Social Work England registration

• Significant frontline experience in Children’s Services

• Experienced social worker with a background in safeguarding and fostering.

• Strong working knowledge of fostering regulations and legislation.