Social Worker - Fostering Team - Hull - Sanctuary Personal

Sanctuary Personnel Ltd; Kingston upon Hull; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a dedicated Social Worker to join the Fostering Team in Hull. This locum role offers flexible full-time or part-time hours, competitive pay, and the opportunity to shape your career while supporting vulnerable children and foster carers. The ideal candidate will be a qualified Social Worker with experience in children's social care and strong assessment skills.

Benefits

Competitive hourly rate

Flexible working options

Professional growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Registered with Social Work England.
• Demonstrable experience in children's social care, preferably within fostering.
• Ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Conduct robust fostering assessments.
• Offer regular supervision and support to foster carers.
• Deliver training sessions for foster carers.
• Monitor ongoing safety and effectiveness of placements.

Skills

Strong assessment skills

Report writing

Working independently

Education

BA/MA/BSc in Social Work or equivalent

Job description

Location: Hull, UK
Hourly Rate: £35.48
Contract Type: Locum (Ongoing)
Working Pattern: Full-time or Part-time (Flexible Options Available)

Overview

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Social Worker to join the Fostering Team in Hull. This is a rewarding locum opportunity to work within a supportive and progressive local authority, playing a vital role in the lives of foster carers and the children they care for.

This flexible role offers the choice of full-time or part-time hours, enabling a better work-life balance while providing a valuable service to vulnerable children. As a locum, you’ll benefit from diverse experiences, varied settings, and the ability to shape your career journey on your own terms.

Flexible Working: Full-time and part-time options to suit your schedule and lifestyle.

Competitive Pay: Earn £35.48 per hour in a high-impact, professionally rewarding role.

Professional Growth: Access to continuous learning and development opportunities.

Diverse Experience: Exposure to varied cases and professional environments.

Expansive Network: Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams and broaden your connections.

Role Purpose

To deliver high-quality fostering services by assessing, supervising, and supporting foster carers, ensuring safe, stable, and nurturing placements for children looked after. You will also play a pivotal role in the recruitment and retention of foster carers while working collaboratively with professionals across agencies.

Key Responsibilities

Conduct robust fostering assessments in line with Fostering Regulations and National Minimum Standards.

Offer regular supervision and support to foster carers to promote placement stability and timely resolution of concerns.

Deliver and support training sessions for foster carers, pre- and post-approval.

Collaborate with the placements team to ensure well-matched child-carer placements that safeguard and meet the child’s needs.

Monitor the ongoing safety and effectiveness of placements, raising safeguarding issues as needed.

Contribute to the annual review process for foster carers, assessing compliance and identifying areas for development.

Liaise effectively with social workers, education professionals, healthcare providers, and other stakeholders to ensure a holistic approach to support.

Maintain accurate and timely records in compliance with GDPR and statutory guidance.

Qualified Social Worker (BA/MA/BSc in Social Work or equivalent).

Registered with Social Work England.

Demonstrable experience in children’s social care, preferably within fostering, LAC, or safeguarding teams.

Strong assessment and report-writing skills.

Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Why Hull?

Hull is a dynamic and welcoming city with a rich maritime heritage, a thriving arts scene, and affordable living. With attractions like the Humber Bridge, The Deep, and a lively marina, it offers a great quality of life for professionals and families alike. Enjoy a meaningful career in a city that values community, culture, and care.

Working with Sanctuary Personnel

Sanctuary Personnel is a market-leading, award-winning recruitment agency, rated ‘Excellent’ on Trustpilot with over 1,000 reviews. We are committed to matching skilled professionals with roles that offer the best rates, flexibility, and career satisfaction.

Apply today and help transform the lives of children and families through fostering excellence in Hull.

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