Fostering Social Worker

Connect2Socialwork; England; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable social work agency in the UK is seeking a Social Worker for their fostering team. You will carry out fostering assessments, support kinship and Supported Lodgings arrangements, and ensure compliance with legal systems. Candidates must have SWE Registration and relevant qualifications. The role comes with a range of benefits, including a reliable payroll system and a referral bonus. Interested applicants should get in touch for more information.

Benefits

Free DBS and compliance service

Access to a wide range of roles nationwide

Dedicated consultant with extensive knowledge

Prompt and reliable payroll system

Referral bonus of £300

Qualifications

• Must have SWE Registration to practice as a social worker.
• Eligible to work in the UK.
• Must be able to drive and have access to a vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Complete mainstream fostering assessments and provide post-approval support.
• Undertake kinship assessments including Reg 24 and Special Guardianship.
• Assess and support Supported Lodgings and Staying Put arrangements.

Skills

SWE Registration

Driving license and access to a car

Post-qualified experience

Education

Degree level or equivalent in Social Work

Job description

As a Social Worker in our fostering team, you will

Responsibilities

• Complete mainstream fostering assessments and provide post-approval support.
• Undertake kinship assessments (including Reg 24, Fostering, and Special Guardianship).
• Assess and support Supported Lodgings and Staying Put arrangements.
• Contribute to the delivery of the Mockingbird model to strengthen fostering networks.
• Participate in the team duty rota, ensuring timely responses and continuity of care.
• Full understanding of legal /court systems.

Qualifications

• SWE Registration
• Eligible to work in the UK
• Drive and have access to a car
• Post-qualified experience
• Degree level or equivalent in Social Work

Benefits

• Free DBS and compliance service
• Access to a wide range of roles nationwide, as well as exclusive roles to C2SW
• Your own dedicated consultant with extensive knowledge
• Work for an agency owned by Kent County Council
• Prompt and reliable payroll system
• "Refer a Friend" bonus - get £300 for each social worker you refer who we successfully place

Interested? Contact me today for more information! (url removed) / (phone number removed)

Connect2Socialwork is a trading style of Commercial Services Trading LTD - a company wholly owned by Kent County Council. Connect2Socialwork is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates.