Freelance Assessor - Scotland

National Fostering Group; South Kesteven; Remote; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking experienced Freelance Form F Assessors to join their dedicated team. This role offers the opportunity to conduct vital assessments that ensure the best placements for vulnerable children and teenagers. With a commitment to excellence and a supportive environment, you will play a crucial role in the fostering community. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in social work and a passion for making a difference. Join a leading organization that values quality and integrity in fostering services.

Qualifications

• Qualified Social Worker with current registration.
• Experienced in conducting Form F Assessments.

Responsibilities

• Conduct Form F Assessments for potential Foster Carers.
• Support applicants throughout their journey to approval.

Skills

Form F Assessments

Social Work Registration

Independent Work

Time Management

Education

DipSW or CQSW or equivalent

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Full Job Description

Role: Freelance Form F Assessor - Foster Care

Location: Home Based

Salary: Market Rate

Here at the National Fostering Group, we regularly recruit qualified Social Workers to carry out Foster Carers' Form F assessments. Due to recent social and economic changes, we are experiencing an increase in demand and are looking to substantially increase our intake of Freelance Form F Assessors this winter.

The Group

We are part of the National Fostering Group – the UK’s largest independent fostering family. Our highly skilled and dedicated fostering community supports Local Authorities by providing short or long-term foster placements for thousands of vulnerable children and teenagers throughout the UK. With 100% of our 26 regional fostering agencies officially recognised by Ofsted, Welsh and Scottish regulators as either ‘Outstanding’ or ‘Good’, it is perhaps not surprising that more people choose to foster with our fostering agencies than any other fostering provider in the UK.

We have a National Assessment Service dedicated to ensuring our applicants get the best possible journey from application to approval. This service also ensures our assessors get high-quality supervision, support, induction, and access to training.

The Role

The ideal candidate will be experienced in conducting Form F Assessments, self-motivated, and share our ongoing commitment to providing excellence in the quality placements we provide for the children and young people in our care.

Essential Criteria:

• Qualified Social Worker (DipSW or CQSW or equivalent)
• Current registration with the relevant Social Work regulatory council (e.g., Social Work England/Wales, NISCC, SSSC)
• Experienced in carrying out Form F Assessments
• Proven ability to work independently, to a high standard, and within given time scales
• Supporting potential Foster Carers throughout their application

We are currently recruiting Freelance Assessors in the following areas:

• Fife
• Edinburgh
• Glasgow
• Dundee

We require experienced Freelance Form F Assessors throughout the UK. If the area in which you wish to work is not listed, we would still be very keen to hear from you.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we require all employees to share this commitment and undertake appropriate checks.

We are an Equal Opportunities Employer.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Sales and Management

Industries

• Individual and Family Services