Social Worker

JR United Kingdom; Sunderland; Hybrid; GBP 42,000; Full time

Job summary

An established independent fostering agency is seeking a dedicated Fostering Social Worker to join their passionate team. With a holistic approach to foster care, this role involves managing a caseload of families, overseeing recruitment processes, and ensuring quality assurance within the agency. You will play a vital role in creating nurturing environments for children and young people, supported by a generous salary and benefits package. If you are a qualified Social Worker looking to make a meaningful impact in the lives of vulnerable individuals, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

26 days annual leave

BUPA Healthcare

Extra days for continuous service

Qualifications

• Hold a caseload of 12-15 families, ensuring quality support.
• Complete Form F assessments with provided training.

Responsibilities

• Oversee recruitment of new foster families and manage audits.
• Monitor safeguarding aspects and deliver training for families.

Skills

Social Work

Safeguarding

Quality Assurance

Training Delivery

Education

Qualified Social Worker

Job description

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Fostering Social Worker - Fostering Agency

Location: Sunderland, North East

Salary: up to £42,000 per annum

About Us

Reconstruct (Children and Adult Services) Ltd was established in 1990. Born out of a desire to achieve positive change for children, young people, and vulnerable adults impacted by the social care system. Reconstruct provides services to social care sectors across the UK, including Recruitment, Statutory Services, and Consultancy.

Our Client

We are delighted to be working with a highly reputable, independent fostering agency in their search for an additional Fostering Social Worker. They have a holistic approach to foster care, and have a proactive approach to engaging with children in all areas of family life. Ofsted rated Outstanding!

If you are a qualified Social Worker and looking for an opportunity to work with foster families to create nurturing, safe, amazing homes for children and young people – please submit your application today.

You will be joining an organisation of passionate and driven social care professionals.

The Role

• Hold a caseload of families, between 12 and 15
• Oversee the recruitment processes of new foster families
• Quality assurance of various functions of the agency
• Manage audits and ensure all statutory requirements are adhered to
• Monitor and comply with all safeguarding aspects
• Participate and deliver training for foster families
• Complete Form F assessments (full training can be provided)
• Hybrid / field work and out of hours to support families

A Rewarding Package:

Salary: Up to £42,000 (based on experience and qualifications)

Annual Leave: 26 days, with extra days for continuous service

Access to BUPA Healthcare

We are committed to equal opportunities in employment and service delivery. We promote an environment that is free from all forms of discrimination, and we value diversity. Treating people fairly, with dignity and respect is at the heart of what we do.

To Apply:

Apply online today for immediate consideration. For further questions or a confidential chat, please contact Toni Whitmarsh on 0800 0209 858.