Fostering Supervising Social Worker / Kinship Care Assessor
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Job Title: Fostering Supervising Social Worker / Kinship Care Assessor
Location: Rotherham, South Yorkshire (Hybrid Working)
Pay Rate: £35.00 per hour
Contract Type: Full-time | Initial 3-Month Contract (Extension potential up to 6-9 months)
Join an Ofsted-Rated 'Outstanding' Service
Rotherham Metropolitan Borough Council is seeking an experienced, motivated Supervising Social Worker / Kinship Care Assessor to join a dedicated and ambitious fostering team.
At Rotherham, our established "Rotherham Family Approach" shapes how we work with families and support our workforce. Driven by a visible, accessible leadership team and a commitment to continuous learning, we empower our practitioners through reflective practice and clear career development pathways. Whether your goal is to become an Advanced Practitioner, Practice Consultant, or Service Manager, Rotherham supports you every step of the way.
Why Rotherham?
- Ofsted Rated 'Outstanding' (2025) - Work within a highly effective, top-tier local authority service.
- Manageable Caseloads - Focused on quality over quantity, allowing you to build meaningful relationships.
- Flexible Working - Hybrid arrangements balancing office, home, and community visits.
- Supportive Environment - Strong leadership team committed to your ongoing professional development.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver comprehensive assessment, supervision, and ongoing support to foster carers and kinship carers.
- Complete high-quality Form K Assessments for kinship carers.
- Deliver training programs for carers to ensure safe, stable, and nurturing placements.
- Apply thorough assessment, analytical, and recording skills aligned with statutory safeguarding responsibilities.
- Promote an empathetic understanding of the needs of looked-after children and young people.
Key Requirements
- Qualification & Registration: Recognised Social Work degree (or equivalent) with active Social Work England registration.
- Experience: Minimum of 2 years' post-qualifying experience within a fostering service setting. xgikmsk
- Core Skills: Proven experience as a Supervising Social Worker and hands-on experience completing Form K assessments.
- Knowledge Base: Sound understanding of rele...
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