Freelance Assessor - East of England

Join to apply for the Freelance Assessor – East of England role at National Fostering Group 4 weeks ago Be among the first 25 applicants Join to apply for the Freelance Assessor – East of England role at National Fostering Group Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. Full Job Description Role: Freelance Form F Assessor – Foster Care Location: Home Based Salary: Market Rate Here at the National Fostering Group, we regularly recruit qualified Social Workers to carry out Foster Carers\’ Form F assessments. Due to recent social and economic changes, we are experiencing an increase in demand and are looking to substantially increase our intake of Freelance Form F Assessors this winter. The Group We are part of the National Fostering Group – the UK’s largest independent fostering family. Our highly skilled and dedicated fostering community supports Local Authorities by providing short or long-term foster placements for thousands of vulnerable children and teenagers throughout the UK. With 100% of our 26 regional fostering agencies officially recognised by Ofsted, Welsh and Scottish regulators as either ‘Outstanding’ or ‘Good’, it is perhaps not surprising that more people choose to foster with our fostering agencies than any other provider in the UK. We have a National Assessment Service dedicated to ensuring our applicants get the best possible journey from application to approval. This service also ensures our assessors receive high-quality supervision, support, induction, and access to training. The Role The ideal candidate will be experienced in conducting Form F Assessments, self-motivated, and share our ongoing commitment to providing excellence in the quality placements for children and young people in our care. Essential Criteria: Qualified Social Worker (DipSW or CQSW or equivalent) Current registration with the relevant Social Work regulatory council (e.g., Social Work England/Wales, NISCC, SSSC) Experienced in carrying out Form F Assessments Proven ability to work independently, to a high standard, and within given time scales Supporting potential Foster Carers throughout their application process We are currently recruiting Freelance Assessors in the following areas: Norwich and Lowestoft . We also welcome applications from assessors across the UK, even if your area isn\’t listed. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we require all employees to share this commitment and undertake appropriate checks. We are an Equal Opportunities Employer. Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Full-time Job function Social Work and Assessment Industries Individual and Family Services #J-18808-Ljbffr