Qualified Social Worker Children ( Fostering Team)

Guidant Global; Kingston upon Hull; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Hull City Council is seeking a passionate Fostering Social Worker to join their team. This rewarding role involves supporting children and families through fostering, conducting assessments, and providing ongoing support to carers. Ideal candidates will be qualified social workers with strong communication and assessment skills, ready to make a meaningful impact in their community.

Qualifications

• Experience in children's services and fostering.
• Confident in conducting assessments and working in the office.
• Ability to work out-of-hours when necessary.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to mainstream fostering families.
• Conduct viability assessments for kinship placements.
• Help children find safe, loving homes.

Skills

Communication

Assessment skills

Compassion

Education

Qualified Social Worker

Job description

Qualified Social Worker Needed in Hull!

Are you a passionate Qualified Social Worker with experience working with children? Looking for a rewarding role where you can truly make a difference? We've got the perfect opportunity for you!

About the Role:
Join us as a Fostering Social Worker based in Hull, supporting children and families through mainstream fostering and kinship care. Your work will also include some assessments, including viability checks - a varied and impactful role!

Key Details:
Location: Hull (office-based)
Hours: Monday to Friday, 9 AM - 5 PM (37 hours per week)
Pay: Up to £35.48 per hour
Contract: Temporary but ongoing - offering stability with flexibility
Easy compliance and confirmed placements - so you can focus on the work that matters!

What You'll Do:

• Provide support to mainstream fostering families and some kinship carers

• Conduct assessments, including viability assessments for kinship placements ️️

• Work mainly office-based with some out-of-hours visits and attendance at events

• Help children find safe, loving homes and provide ongoing support to carers ️

Who We're Looking For:
️ Qualified Social Worker with experience in children's services and fostering
️ Confident working both in the office and during some out-of-hours visits
️ Motivated, compassionate, and ready to make a real difference
️ Strong communication and assessment skills

What happens now?

If you're passionate about making a real difference and meet the qualifications outlined above, we would love to hear from you! Apply on below post

Feel free to share this opportunity with your colleagues or friends who might be interested in applying!

We look forward to hearing from you!