Locum Social Worker – Fostering Team (Isle of Wight)

Sanctuary Personnel Ltd; Newport; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A social work agency is seeking a full-time Social Worker to join the Fostering Team in Newport, Isle of Wight. This ongoing locum position offers an attractive hourly rate of £42, providing flexibility in assignments and the chance to make a real difference in the lives of children and families. Responsibilities include assessing foster carers, supervising their roles, and collaborating with various professionals. Candidates must hold a relevant social work degree and have frontline social services experience.

Benefits

Flexible work assignments

Mileage reimbursement

Supportive team environment

Tailored training opportunities

Valuable experience across diverse cases

Qualifications

• Hold a degree or equivalent qualification in social work.
• Be registered with Social Work England and maintain this registration.
• Have significant frontline experience as a qualified Social Worker within UK Social Services.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of foster carers and prospective carers.
• Provide ongoing support and supervision to foster carers.
• Participate actively in team meetings.
• Work collaboratively with children, families, and other professionals.
• Maintain accurate records and reports.

Skills

Frontline experience as a qualified Social Worker

Conducting comprehensive assessments

Support and supervision of foster carers

Collaboration with families and professionals

Education

Degree or equivalent in social work

Job description

A social work agency is seeking a full-time Social Worker to join the Fostering Team in Newport, Isle of Wight. This ongoing locum position offers an attractive hourly rate of £42, providing flexibility in assignments and the chance to make a real difference in the lives of children and families. Responsibilities include assessing foster carers, supervising their roles, and collaborating with various professionals. Candidates must hold a relevant social work degree and have frontline social services experience.