Social Worker - Fostering Team - Derbyshire - Sanctuary Personal

Sanctuary Personnel Ltd; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A trusted staffing agency is seeking a qualified Social Worker for their Fostering Team in Derbyshire. This full-time locum position offers an hourly rate of £22.93. Candidates should have a degree in social work, relevant frontline experience, and the ability to start immediately. This role provides the chance to gain unique professional experiences while contributing positively to fostering recruitment and child care.

Benefits

Competitive hourly rate

Flexible locum work

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Current registration with Social Work England.
• Significant frontline experience in Social Services.
• Availability for immediate start.

Responsibilities

• Support fostering recruitment and conduct Form F assessments.
• Handle detailed assessments and work closely with foster carers.
• Collaborate with managers to ensure high standards.
• Engage with Children in Care for proper placements.

Skills

Form F assessments

Fostering service experience

Collaboration

Education

Degree in social work

Job description

Overview

Embrace an exciting opportunity as a Social Worker within the Fostering Team in the beautiful county of Derbyshire. With an hourly rate of £22.93 and an ongoing contract, this full-time locum position offers a chance to apply your skills in fostering recruitment and child care. Derbyshire provides an inspiring backdrop, combining rural charm and vibrant communities.

Benefits

• Earn a competitive rate of £22.93 per hour, allowing you to enjoy both professional and personal pursuits with ease.
• Flexible locum work means you can tailor your career around your lifestyle, striking the perfect work-life balance.
• Gain unique professional experience within a supportive and dynamic fostering team, expanding your career opportunities.
• Work in a location that allows you to explore the stunning Peak District and enjoy a rich cultural tapestry in your downtime.
• Access to continuous professional development and training opportunities to keep your skills sharp and relevant.

What you will do

• Support fostering recruitment by completing Form F assessments and provide peer support in honing their Form F assessment skills.
• Utilise your experience working within a fostering service to handle various tasks, including detailed assessments and working closely with foster carers.
• Collaborate with the Practice Supervisor and Team Manager to ensure high standards of practice and service delivery.
• Engage with Children in Care, ensuring their placements are robust and matched to the right families.

Requirements

• You hold a degree or equivalent in social work.
• You have current registration with Social Work England.
• You possess significant frontline experience in Social Services within the UK, working as a qualified Social Worker.
• You have an immediate start availability.

Working with Sanctuary Personnel

Sanctuary Personnel is a trusted and award-winning agency for roles. With an ‘Excellent’ rating on Trustpilot from over 1,000 reviews and many prestigious industry awards, we are dedicated to finding you the best possible rates in roles that match your skills and experience.