Social Worker within Corporate Parenting - Fostering Team - North Somerset - Sanctuary Personal

Sanctuary Personnel Ltd; England; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading social services organization is seeking a Social Worker within Corporate Parenting – Fostering in North Somerset. This role offers up to £28.61 per hour, allowing flexibility while making a significant impact in the community. Responsibilities include assessing foster carers, providing support, and engaging with families. The position is ongoing and ideal for professionals looking to balance work with a vibrant lifestyle in North Somerset.

Benefits

Flexible work hours

Attractive hourly salary of £28.61

Opportunities for training and development

Qualifications

• Experience in fostering assessments and support.
• Ability to work within a multidisciplinary team.
• Strong communication and engagement skills.

Responsibilities

• Undertake assessments of foster carers and private arrangements.
• Support kinship foster carers for stable home environments.
• Provide advice and access to adoption support.
• Engage with families to assess needs and plan interventions.
• Maintain accurate case records for confidentiality.
• Participate in professional development and supervision.

Skills

Comprehensive assessments

Support and guidance to kinship foster carers

Collaborative teamwork

Engagement with families

Record maintenance

Professional supervision

Job description

Social Worker within Corporate Parenting – Fostering Team

Social Worker within Corporate Parenting – Fostering in North Somerset, earning £28.61 hourly. Ongoing.

Embark on an exciting journey as a Social Worker within Corporate Parenting – Fostering in the scenic region of North Somerset. Earning up to £28.61 per hour, this ongoing locum opportunity allows you the flexibility to balance your professional and personal commitments. Whether you’re craving the sea breeze or the comfort of countryside living, North Somerset offers a vibrant community and breathtaking landscapes—the perfect backdrop for your rewarding work.

Perks and benefits

• Enjoy the flexibility and variety that locum work provides, allowing you to manage your own schedule and take on assignments that suit your lifestyle.
• Relish an attractive hourly salary of £28.61, offering financial stability and rewarding your expertise.
• Expand your professional network and gain varied experiences across different settings and teams, boosting your career progression.
• Benefit from training and development opportunities to continuously enhance your skills and keep your practice fresh and current.

What you will do

• Undertake comprehensive assessments of foster carers, special guardianship carers, and private fostering arrangements.
• Provide crucial support and guidance to kinship foster carers, enhancing their ability to offer stable and nurturing home environments.
• Offer professional advice for special guardianship carers, ensuring access to the adoption support fund when needed.
• Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to ensure the best outcomes for children and their carers.
• Engage directly with families and children to assess needs, plan interventions, and review progress, using best practice models like Signs of Safety.
• Maintain accurate and timely records using the Council’s case recording tools, ensuring confidentiality and data protection compliance.
• Participate in professional supervision and continue developing personally and professionally, embracing reflective practice and evaluation.

North Somerset, with its rolling hills and coastal vistas, offers a unique living experience. Rich in history and culture, it’s a place where work aligns with a quality lifestyle. Join us and make a difference while enjoying the benefits of this inspiring location!