Social Worker

Global Village Worker; Bedford; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative fostering agency in the UK is seeking a dedicated social worker in Bedford to join their supportive team. The role offers the opportunity to work from home, manage a caseload of fostering households, and shape the organisation's fostering practices. Ideal candidates will have experience working with young people and must be committed and enthusiastic about supporting children in care. A driving license and access to a car are essential. Salary ranges from £30,000 to £35,000 per year.

Qualifications

• Experience working with young people is essential.
• Enthusiasm and a commitment to fostering are required.
• Must have a valid driver's license and access to a car.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of fostering households.
• Support young people in care.
• Shape the organisation with your contributions.

Skills

Experience working with young people

Enthusiasm

Commitment

Can-do attitude

Ability to drive

Job description

We are an independent fostering agency who does things differently. We pride ourselves on the excellent care we give to our carers and they in turn give to our children. Our core values dictate how we work.

These are;

Child-centered

Respect

Integrity

Self-responsibility

Fun

Our mission is to provide safe and loving homes where children thrive. Established earlier this year we are growing rapidly and want to recruit a social worker for the Northside area. This is a really exciting opportunity to be part of something new and to be part of a supportive team.

In return you will be able to work from home and will be supplied with everything you need to do your job well. You will have a manageable caseload of fostering households to support and you will play an important role in shaping the organisation. We will support you to develop a specialist area if this is something you would like to do. You will be valued and respected.

If you are interested in the above position

Requirements & Responsibilities:

• We are looking for a social worker with experience of working with young people.
• You will have enthusiasm, commitment and a ‘can do’ attitude
• You must be able to drive and have access to a car.

In return you will be able to work from home and will be supplied with everything you need to do your job well. You will have a manageable caseload of fostering households to support and you will play an important role in shaping the organisation. We will support you to develop a specialist area if this is something you would like to do. You will be valued and respected.

Position: Permanent / Full time

Salary: £30,000.00 - £35,000.00 per year

Location: Peterborough & Bedfordshire, UK