Social Worker

Charles Hunter Associates Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Parking onsite

Umbrella pay up to £37/hour

Job summary

Charles Hunter Associates Ltd is seeking a Locum Supervising Social Worker for our Fostering Service in the United Kingdom. The role requires a Social Work qualification and a minimum of three years post-qualified experience in a Children setting.

The team conducts high-quality assessments to secure the best placements for vulnerable children and carries out unannounced visits to foster carers to safeguard children’s welfare. Parking is available onsite.

Qualifications

• Must hold a Social Work degree (Degree/DipSW/CQSW).
• Minimum of three years post-qualified experience in a Children setting.

Responsibilities

• Supervise foster carers and ensure best outcomes for looked-after children.
• Undertake high-quality assessments to secure suitable placements.
• Complete unannounced visits to foster carers to safeguard children.

Skills

Supervision of foster carers

Children and Families experience

Education

Social Work degree (Degree/DipSW/CQSW)

Job description

We are Looking for a Locum Supervising Social Worker to join our Fostering Service.

This role requires a Social Work Qualification with a minimum of 3 years post qualified experience.

About the team

This is a close-knit team who are responsible for undertaking high quality assessments that ensure the best placements for the most vulnerable children in the service. The team are also expected to complete unannounced visits to foster carers, ensuring that the safety of the child or children are paramount. Managing complex situations effectively and efficiently is key to the success of this role.

About you

The ideal candidate will have sound understanding and experience of undertaking supervision of foster carers as well as working with Children and Families ensuring the best outcome for the child. Other relevant experience such as Looked After Children and Leaving Care will also be helpful in being successful in this role. A degree within Social Work (Degree/DipSW/CQSW) with a minimum of three years' experience working in a Children setting are essential for this position.

What's on offer?

• Up to £37 per hour umbrella depending on experience (PAYE payment options available also)
• Opportunity to improve on and learn new processes.
• Enhance your CV and Skill set
• Parking available onsite

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