Social Worker - Fostering- Devon

Caritas Recruitment; Barnstaple; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Generous annual leave package

Access to employee wellness programs

Job summary

Caritas Recruitment is seeking a dedicated Social Worker specialising in Fostering to support children and families in the Devon region. You will assess foster carer suitability, provide training and guidance, and develop tailored care plans to safeguard welfare.

The role involves collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, maintaining case records, and ensuring compliance with local authority guidelines. A Social Work qualification and SW England registration are required.

Qualifications

• A recognized Social Work qualification (e.g., Degree in Social Work, DipSW, or equivalent).
• Current registration with Social Work England.
• Experience in fostering or children’s services is highly desirable.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport with children and families.
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage a caseload effectively.

Responsibilities

• Conducting assessments and home visits to evaluate the suitability of potential foster families.
• Providing support and guidance to foster carers, ensuring they have the resources and training necessary to provide a nurturing environment.
• Developing and implementing care plans tailored to the individual needs of children in foster care.
• Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and external agencies to promote the welfare and safety of children.
• Maintaining accurate and up-to-date case records in compliance with local authority guidelines.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Caseload management

Assessment experience

Education

Social Work degree

Job description

Are you a passionate and dedicated Social Worker looking to make a meaningful impact in the lives of children and families? Join our dynamic team as a Social Worker specializing in Fostering in the beautiful region of Devon. In this rewarding role, you will work closely with foster families, children, and various stakeholders to ensure the best outcomes for those in care.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Conducting assessments and home visits to evaluate the suitability of potential foster families.


• Providing support and guidance to foster carers, ensuring they have the resources and training necessary to provide a nurturing environment.


• Developing and implementing care plans tailored to the individual needs of children in foster care.


• Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and external agencies to promote the welfare and safety of children.


• Maintaining accurate and up-to-date case records in compliance with local authority guidelines.

To be considered for this role, you must possess the following essential qualifications and skills:

• A recognized Social Work qualification (e.g., Degree in Social Work, DipSW, or equivalent).


• Current registration with Social Work England.


• Experience in fostering or children’s services is highly desirable.


• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport with children and families.


• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage a caseload effectively.

In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a supportive working environment with opportunities for professional development and training.

• flexible working arrangements


• generous annual leave package


• access to employee wellness programs