Trauma-Informed Fostering Social Worker (Hybrid)

Five Rivers; Doncaster; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

8 bank holidays

Pension scheme

Car allowance

Employee Assistance Programme

Training & progression opportunities

Enhanced Maternity Leave

Job summary

Five Rivers is seeking a dedicated Social Worker to join our Doncaster Fostering Service. The hybrid role involves supporting Foster Carers, ensuring safe and nurturing care for children and young people, and collaborating with local authorities and internal professionals.

You will work within an Attachment and Trauma-Informed (ATIC®) model, contributing to recruitment activities and assessments, while enjoying professional supervision and ongoing training.

Qualifications

• Must hold a recognised Social Work qualification and be registered with SW England.
• Experience with children, young people and families is essential.
• Strong communication and relationship-building abilities are required.
• Driving licence and access to a vehicle for work are required.

Responsibilities

• Provide support and supervision to Foster Carers to ensure safe, stable care for children.
• Collaborate with local authorities and internal teams to promote positive outcomes.
• Contribute to recruitment events, complete assessments, and develop the fostering service.
• Participate in ongoing trauma-informed practice within ATIC model.

Skills

Communication skills

Relationship-building

Independent and team work

Full UK driving licence

Education

Qualified Social Worker with recognised Social Work qualification

Registered with Social Work England

Job description

Five Rivers is seeking a dedicated Social Worker to join our Doncaster Fostering Service. The hybrid role involves supporting Foster Carers, ensuring safe and nurturing care for children and young people, and collaborating with local authorities and internal professionals.

You will work within an Attachment and Trauma-Informed (ATIC®) model, contributing to recruitment activities and assessments, while enjoying professional supervision and ongoing training.