Relief Sessional Social Worker - Foster & Shared Lives

LLOYD'S REGISTER INTERNATIONAL; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

SVQ qualifications training

Generous annual leave

Ongoing learning and development

Family-friendly policies

Health and wellbeing support

24/7 Employee Assistance Programme

£500 refer-a-friend bonus

Life assurance and pension

Cycle to Work scheme

Concerts for Carers

Job summary

Quarriers in Glasgow is seeking a Relief Sessional Supervising Social Worker to provide professional social work support, supervision and development to foster and Shared Lives carers. Travel to visits and panel meetings is required, with a full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.

The role supports recruitment, assessment and training of carers, aiming to promote positive outcomes, safety and wellbeing for children, young people and adults.

Qualifications

• Qualified Social Worker with relevant registration.
• Desirable practice teacher / link worker experience.
• Registered with SSSC (Scotland).
• Knowledge of Family Placement (Adult Placement & Fostering).
• Knowledge of Disability issues in social care.
• Ability to work in a team and with other agencies.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional social work support, supervision, assessment and development to foster carers and Shared Lives carers.
• Contribute to recruitment, assessment, training and retention of carers.
• Promote safety and wellbeing for children, young people and adults using the service.
• Provide flexible cover during annual leave, sickness absence or service development activity.

Skills

Qualified Social Worker

Driving licence

SSSC registration

Tools

SSSC registration

Job description

Quarriers in Glasgow is seeking a Relief Sessional Supervising Social Worker to provide professional social work support, supervision and development to foster and Shared Lives carers. Travel to visits and panel meetings is required, with a full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.

The role supports recruitment, assessment and training of carers, aiming to promote positive outcomes, safety and wellbeing for children, young people and adults.