Children’s Social Worker – Fostering/CIC #000A16661

Semester.co.uk; Wigan; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Wigan Council is on the lookout for a dedicated Children's Social Worker to join their Children in Care/Fostering Team on a temporary basis. This role involves managing a caseload of children, developing care plans, and supporting young people in care through their key journeys. A competitive salary is on offer, along with excellent management support and ongoing training opportunities.

Benefits

Excellent competitive pay rate

Free on-going training opportunities

In house payroll providing weekly payments

Support from a friendly team

Dedicated & experienced consultant

Qualifications

• Qualified Social Worker with registration.
• Experience in children in care / fostering teams.
• Strong understanding of legislation and best practices.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of children in care.
• Develop and review care plans according to statutory requirements.
• Record and manage casework effectively using Liquid Logic.

Skills

Care planning

Placement with parents

Life story work

Support for unaccompanied minors

Education

Social Work England registration

Tools

Liquid Logic

Job description

Children’s Social Worker – Fostering/CIC #000A16661

About the Role
Wigan Council is seeking a dedicated and experienced Children’s Social Worker to join their Children in Care (CIC) / Fostering Team on a temporary basis.

You will be working with children and young people in care, supporting them through key stages of their journey including care planning, placement with parents, and preparing for independence.

Key Responsibilities

Manage a caseload of children in care

Develop and review care plans in line with statutory requirements

Work on placement with parents arrangements and pathway planning

Provide support to separated young people and unaccompanied minors

Undertake life story work to support identity and emotional wellbeing

Record and manage all casework using Liquid Logic

Requirements

Qualified Social Worker with Social Work England registration

Experience in children in care / fostering teams

Solid understanding of care planning and pathway planning

Strong knowledge of relevant legislation and best practice

Apply Now
If you have the experience and passion to support children in care and are ready for your next role, we’d love to hear from you.

Get in touch with Rob at Semester Recruitment or send over your CV today.

Please be aware this is a Long Term Temporary post to start ASAP

What’s on offer for the Social Worker

· Excellent competitive pay rate – paid weekly!

· Excellent management structure with experienced leaders

· Desirable location with excellent transport links

· A stable and well-supported working environment

Benefits of working with Semester.co.uk:

Free on-going training opportunities upon registering as part of our commitment to you.

Competitive Rates of pay

In house payroll, providing weekly payments and support

Enhanced DBS completed.

Support and expert advice from an approachable, dedicated and friendly team

An assigned dedicated & experienced consultant

Various employment opportunities in your preferred geographical area

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