Social Work Assistant

Brackenberry; Bromley; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority agency in Bromley is seeking a Social Work Assistant for a 3-month contract, assisting with recruitment and support for foster carers. This role combines community engagement and administrative support, requiring excellent communication and organizational skills. The pay ranges from £19.01 to £20.03 per hour. Immediate availability is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in social care, recruitment, or community engagement is essential.
• A valid driver's license and access to a vehicle are required.
• Ability to work flexible hours for events and support groups.

Responsibilities

• Assist with recruitment campaigns for foster carers.
• Be the first point of contact for potential foster carers.
• Organize and participate in recruitment events.

Skills

Previous experience in social care

Passion for supporting children

Excellent interpersonal skills

Strong organizational skills

Public speaking confidence

Competency in IT systems

Ability to work flexibly

Valid driver's license

Tools

Microsoft Office

Databases

Job description

We are working closely alongside a Local Authority in Bromley to assist with the appointment of a Social Work Assistant, on a 3-month contract, likely to be extended at clients discretion. Please apply with your CV for immediate consideration.

Rate of Pay: £19.01 - £20.03 per hour

Overview

As a Social Work Assistant, you will work closely with recruitment and marketing officer, social workers and foster carers to help identify, recruit, and support individuals and families willing to open their homes to children in need of care. This is a rewarding role that combines community engagement, administrative support, and hands-on involvement in the fostering process.

Responsibilities

• Assist with recruitment campaigns to attract prospective foster carers through various channels, including events, social media, and community outreach.
• Be the first point of contact through emails and phone calls to provide initial information to potential foster carers, guiding them through the enquiry and application process.
• Organize and participate in fostering information sessions, recruitment events, and open days.
• Work with social workers to support approved foster carers, ensuring they feel valued and connected to the fostering community.
• Coordinate and attend foster carer support groups, training sessions, skills to foster and workshops.

Requirements

• Previous experience in a social care, recruitment, or community engagement role.
• A genuine passion for supporting children, families, and foster carers.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build trust and rapport.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively.
• Confidence in public speaking and presenting information to groups.
• Competency in IT systems, including Microsoft Office and databases.
• Ability to work flexibly, including evenings and weekends as required for events and support groups.
• A valid drivers license and access to a vehicle for travel within the local area.

Notes

• You should be available to work immediately or at a short notice.
• You should have right to work in U.K
• This role requires an Enhanced DBS

Disclaimer: Brackenberry Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. We are committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. Unless otherwise stated all of our roles are temporary, though assignments can be and often are, extended by clients on a longer term basis and can sometimes become permanent.

Important: We will interpret your application as being permission to submit your CV to this role (with the right to represent you) unless you advise us to the contrary. Your DBS must be either through us or be accompanied by a subscription to the DBS updating service.

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Required Skills

Discretion Payroll Recruitment Organizational Skills Communication Skills Public Speaking Travel Workshops Campaigns LTD Databases Social Media Marketing Microsoft Office Business Training Communication