Fostering Support Social Worker (12-Month Temp)

Beighton; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Sheffield City Council is seeking a Fostering Social Worker for a temporary 12-month role within the Holiday and Support Care Team in Sheffield. You will supervise and support foster carers, conduct home visits (announced and unannounced), facilitate support groups, and deliver training to promote stable, nurturing homes for children and young people.

A focused, flexible, and resilient approach is essential.

Qualifications

• Experienced and motivated social worker with sound knowledge of fostering legislation and practice.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and support foster carers to ensure high-quality care for children and young people.
• Conduct announced and unannounced home visits and facilitate support groups.
• Deliver training and provide guidance to carers and hosts to promote stable, nurturing homes.
• Manage a caseload and contribute to safeguarding checks and compliance.

Skills

Social work experience

Fostering legislation knowledge

Job description

Sheffield City Council is seeking a Fostering Social Worker for a temporary 12-month role within the Holiday and Support Care Team in Sheffield. You will supervise and support foster carers, conduct home visits (announced and unannounced), facilitate support groups, and deliver training to promote stable, nurturing homes for children and young people.

A focused, flexible, and resilient approach is essential.