Social worker – Fostering Team

Sanctuary Personnel; Wokingham; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Locum Flexibility

Variety

Competitive Pay

Supportive Team

Job summary

Sanctuary Personnel is seeking a Social Worker to join the Fostering Team in Wokingham. This ongoing locum role offers an hourly rate of £36.00 and is a full-time position, ideal for professionals looking to impact children and families while enjoying flexibility in assignments.

You will conduct assessments and home visits, support foster carers, and collaborate with health and education professionals to safeguard children and provide thorough, compliant casework in line with local guidelines.

Qualifications

• Support foster carers by answering inquiries and providing guidance.
• Conduct assessments and home visits to ensure a safe environment for children in care.
• Collaborate with health services and educational bodies to provide comprehensive support to children and families.
• Prepare detailed reports and maintain accurate records in line with local authority and national guidelines.
• Foster effective communication and relationships with foster carers, ensuring the best outcomes for children and young people.

Responsibilities

• Support foster carers by answering inquiries and providing guidance.
• Conduct assessments and home visits to ensure a safe and supportive environment for children in care.
• Collaborate with other professionals, including health services and educational bodies, to provide comprehensive support to children and families.
• Prepare detailed reports and maintain accurate records in line with local authority and national guidelines.
• Foster effective communication and relationships with foster carers, ensuring the best outcomes for children and young people.

Job description

Job Title: Social Worker – Fostering Team
Specialism: Fostering
Location: Wokingham, UK
Salary: £36.00 per hour
Type: Ongoing, Full-Time

Join our team as a Social Worker within the Fostering Team in Wokingham! This ongoing locum position offers an hourly rate of £36.00 and is a fantastic opportunity for those ready to make a meaningful impact. In this full-time role, you will bring your experience and expertise to support the local community while gaining valuable skills in a rewarding environment.

Perks and benefits:

• Locum Flexibility: Enjoy the flexibility of locum work, allowing you to balance your career with other life commitments.
• Variety: As a locum, you will also experience a variety of work settings, which is perfect for honing your skills and expanding your professional network.
• Competitive Pay: Additionally, competitive pay rates and the opportunity to work with different teams add to the excitement.
• Supportive Team: Joining our fostering team means being part of a supportive and dynamic group where you will be respected and valued for your contributions.

What you will do:

• Support foster carers by answering inquiries and providing guidance.
• Conduct assessments and home visits to ensure a safe and supportive environment for children in care.
• Collaborate with other professionals, including health services and educational bodies, to provide comprehensive support to children and families.
• Prepare detailed reports and maintain accurate records in line with local authority and national guidelines.
• Foster effective communication and relationships with foster carers, ensuring the best outcomes for children and young people.

Working as part of the fostering team, you’ll be instrumental in helping to build better futures for children and young people in care. Wokingham is a charming place to base yourself, offering a blend of urban convenience and rural tranquility. With excellent schools, great transport links, and plenty of green spaces, you’ll find Wokingham a fantastic place to live and work. Come and make a difference with us today!