Fostering Supervising Social Worker - Child Care Advocate

Polaris, company; Prestwick; Presencial; GBP 30 000 - 42 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Car allowance

30 days annual leave

Company pension

Life Assurance

Employee Discount Scheme

Medical Cash Plan

Resumo da oferta

Fosterplus Scotland in Prestwick is seeking an experienced Supervising Social Worker to support Foster Parents across the Ayrshire region. You will supervise, assess and guide carers to ensure high standards of care and safeguarding for children and young people.

You will collaborate with local authorities, attend fostering panels, complete annual reviews, identify training needs, and participate in Out of Hours shifts.

Qualificações

• Qualified social worker with a recognised social work qualification.
• Registered with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC).
• Experience in children’s social care.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Excellent safeguarding knowledge and current legislation.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.

Responsabilidades

• Supervise and support a caseload of Foster Parents
• Undertake Foster Parent assessments, including Form F assessments where required
• Complete annual reviews and present reports to fostering panels
• Identify training and development needs for Foster Parents
• Attend professional meetings and advocate for children and Foster Parents
• Promote participation and ensure the voice of children and young people remains central to practice
• Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with fostering regulations and safeguarding requirements
• Participate in the Out of Hours support rota

Formação académica

Qualified social worker

SSSC registered

Experience in children’s social care

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Fosterplus Scotland in Prestwick is seeking an experienced Supervising Social Worker to support Foster Parents across the Ayrshire region. You will supervise, assess and guide carers to ensure high standards of care and safeguarding for children and young people.

You will collaborate with local authorities, attend fostering panels, complete annual reviews, identify training needs, and participate in Out of Hours shifts.