Social Work Advanced Practitioner - Fostering Team - Barnet - Sanctuary Personal

Sanctuary Personnel Ltd; Chipping Barnet; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A reputable social work agency in Barnet is seeking a Social Work Advanced Practitioner for the Fostering Team. This role offers flexibility with full-time and part-time options, allowing you to make a significant impact on the lives of children and families. The job combines assessments, report writing, and collaborative work with various stakeholders, offering a competitive hourly rate of £37.50. Enhance your career in a supportive environment that values professional growth.

Benefits

Flexible hours

Professional development support

Collaborative work environment

Competitive hourly rate

Qualifications

• Registered as a Social Worker with relevant qualifications.
• Experience in fostering or family assessments.
• Ability to prepare detailed reports.

Responsibilities

• Conduct initial viability assessments of family and friends.
• Develop Special Guardianship and Connected Carer Assessments.
• Prepare reports for fostering panels and court proceedings.
• Liaise with families and support services.

Skills

Assessment skills

Knowledge of fostering procedures

Report writing

Communication skills

Education

Registered Social Worker

Job description

Social Work Advanced Practitioner – Fostering Team

Social Worker – Advanced Practitioner within the Fostering Team in Barnet (UK), earning £37.50 Hourly, Ongoing

Discover an exhilarating new chapter in your career as a Social Worker – Advanced Practitioner within the Fostering Team in Barnet, where the dynamic workplace environment offers both Full Time and Part Time opportunities. Are you ready to delve into meaningful work that impacts the lives of children and families? Your mission, should you choose to accept, involves working with the Carer Assessment Team / kinship, conducting initial viability assessments of family and friends, progressing to Special Guardianship, and Connected Carer Assessments. This essential role encompasses preparing reports for Barnet’s fostering panel and court presentations. The innovative structure combines both virtual work and engaging, in-person interactions, with office presence required roughly once a week. Embrace this versatile and fulfilling job, earning £37.50 per hour for your expertise.

Perks and benefits:

• Hourly Salary: Embrace the flexibility and financial reward of an hourly wage, allowing you to maximise your work-life balance.
• Diverse Working Hours: Enjoy the freedom to choose between Full Time or Part Time commitments, ensuring your work suits your lifestyle.
• Professional Development: Take advantage of support for CPD activities, keeping you at the forefront of best practices in social work.
• Collaborative Environment: Join a team of like-minded professionals who are committed to making a real difference in the community.
• Variety and Challenge: Experience the unique satisfaction of a role that offers a mix of routine and unpredictable challenges, keeping every day fresh and engaging.

What you will do:

• Conduct comprehensive initial viability assessments of family and friends for fostering.
• Develop and progress Special Guardianship and Connected Carer Assessments.
• Prepare detailed reports for Barnet’s fostering panel and for court proceedings.
• Liaise with families, relevant agencies, and support services to promote child welfare.
• Participate in face-to-face meetings and virtual assessments, adapting to the needs of each case.

Barnet offers an excellent quality of life with beautifully green parks, outstanding schools, and a thriving cultural scene. Its proximity to central London means you have access to the best of both worlds – peaceful suburban living paired with the vibrant excitement of the capital. Embrace the opportunity to work in a location that truly supports your personal and professional growth.

Working with Sanctuary Personnel:

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