Supervising Social Worker

Charles Hunter Associates Ltd; West of England; On-site; GBP 43,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Parking onsite

Umbrella PAYE options

CV/Skill development

Job summary

Charles Hunter Associates Ltd is seeking a Locum Supervising Social Worker to join our Private Fostering Service. You will lead supervision of foster carers, conduct assessments, and support safeguarding for looked after children.

The role requires a Social Work degree (Degree/DipSW/CQSW) with at least three years in a Children’s services setting, and willingness to undertake unannounced visits. On-site parking is available and umbrella PAYE options are offered.

Qualifications

• Must hold a Social Work degree (Degree/DipSW/CQSW).
• Minimum of three years' experience working in a Children’s setting.
• Experience supervising foster carers is essential.

Responsibilities

• Supervise foster carers and oversee assessments to ensure the best outcomes for looked-after children.
• Undertake unannounced visits to foster carers to safeguard children.
• Collaborate with Children and Families to secure positive outcomes for young people.

Education

Degree in Social Work (Degree/DipSW/CQSW)

Job description

We are Looking for a Locum Supervising Social Worker to join our Private Fostering Service.

About the team

This is a close-knit team who are responsible for undertaking high quality assessments that ensure the best placements for the most vulnerable children in the service. The team are also expected to complete unannounced visits to foster carers, ensuring that the safety of the child or children are paramount. Managing complex situations effectively and efficiently is key to the success of this role.

About you

The ideal candidate will have sound understanding and experience of undertaking supervision of foster carers as well as working with Children and Families ensuring the best outcome for the child. Other relevant experience such as Looked After Children and Leaving Care will also be helpful in being successful in this role. A degree within Social Work (Degree/DipSW/CQSW) with a minimum of three years' experience working in a Children setting are essential for this position.

What's on offer?

• Up to £38 per hour umbrella depending on experience (PAYE payment options available also)
• Opportunity to improve on and learn new processes.
• Enhance your CV and Skill set
• Parking available onsite

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