Senior Fostering Social Worker

Leaders In Care Ltd; St Helens; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Social Worker to join their Fostering & Adoption Team. This role is pivotal in transforming lives and making a significant impact on the community. You will be part of a supportive and ambitious council dedicated to best practices in social work. The position offers a competitive salary, flexible hybrid working arrangements, and opportunities for professional growth. If you are passionate about making a difference and have the expertise to support a dynamic team, this is the role for you. Join a forward-thinking organization that values its workforce and is committed to excellence in child care.

Benefits

Flexible Working

Stable Management

Professional Development

Progression Opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a social worker with a focus on fostering.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Support the fostering team to ensure child-centric care.
• Engage in continuous professional development and training.

Skills

Social Work Expertise

Child-Centric Care

Team Collaboration

Problem Solving

Education

Degree in Social Work

Relevant Professional Qualifications

Job description

Work in the Heart of the North West | Transforming Lives | Supportive & Ambitious Council

Join St Helens as a Senior Social Worker in Fostering

Located at the heart of the North West and close to Liverpool, Manchester, and Lancashire, St Helens Borough Council is a modernising and progressive authority passionate about making a difference for the children and families, the community and workforce it encompasses.

As part of their transformation journey, there’s a real focus and push on BEING BRILLIANT AT THE BASICS – what does that mean?

Simply, putting children firmly at the centre of St. Helens care. This is made possible through our highly valued, skilled, and supported workforce, who have created a culture of support, peer learning and a drive to reach OUTSTANDING.

St Helens Borough Council is on a mission to become a leading council for best practice and an employer of choice for those seeking a rewarding and supporting career.

So Why St. Helens?

Working for St Helens Fostering & Adoption Team means enjoying a competitive salary package, flexible working arrangements, and continuous professional development – a local authority who is keen to invest in their workforce.

• Flexible Working, hybrid working
• Stable and Supportive Management
• Continued Professional Development
• Progression Opportunities

Joining as a Senior Social Worker in Fostering, you will bring expertise that supports the team and the department. This is a diverse, challenging, and rewarding role where your skills and experience will be highly valued. If you’re an experienced social worker ready to take on the challenge and truly make a difference, this is your opportunity.

If you would like to know more, send your CV to [e-mail], or call 0161 249 8195.