FOSTERING SOCIAL WORKER – REDBRIDGE COUNCIL
London | Up to £34.80 per hour (Umbrella) | Locum Opportunity
SW Locums Ltd is currently recruiting an experienced and passionate Fostering Social Worker to join Redbridge Council's Children’s Services team.
This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated Social Worker who is committed to making a meaningful difference in the lives of children, young people and foster families.
THE OPPORTUNITY
As a Fostering Social Worker, you will play a key role in ensuring the welfare, safety and assessed needs of children and foster carers are effectively supported and managed.
You will adopt a strengths-based, child-centred approach, working collaboratively with children, families and foster carers to achieve positive outcomes and provide safe, inclusive and supportive environments.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Assess and support foster carers, ensuring their ability to meet children's individual needs.
- Promote the safety, welfare and best interests of children and young people.
- Develop and maintain effective relationships with foster carers, children and families.
- Undertake assessments, reviews and ongoing support in line with statutory requirements.
- Apply strengths-based and child-centred approaches to practice.
- Work collaboratively with colleagues and multi-agency professionals.
- Manage competing priorities while maintaining high standards of practice and safeguarding.
ROLE DETAILS
- Council: London Borough of Redbridge
- Position: Fostering Social Worker
- Location: Redbridge, London
- Pay Rate: Up to £34.80 per hour (Umbrella)
- Contract: Locum
- Working Pattern: Full-time, Monday to Friday
WHY REDBRIDGE COUNCIL?
Redbridge offers Social Workers the opportunity to contribute to a diverse and vibrant London community, working within Children’s Services to improve outcomes for children, young people and families.
This is an opportunity to be part of a service that values child-centred practice, safeguarding, partnership working and the ongoing development of its workforce.
WHY SW LOCUMS LTD?
With over 16 years of experience in Social Work recruitment, SW Locums has built a strong reputation for connecting talented professionals with rewarding opportunities across Local Authorities.
We pride ourselves on:
- Dedicated recruitment support throughout your assignment.
- Strong relationships with Local Authorities across the UK.
- Consistent communication and personalised career guidance.
- Support throughout the registration, compliance and placement process.
- A commitment to finding opportunities that match your experience and career aspirations.
We don't just find you a job; we support you throughout your journey.
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