Fostering Social Worker

Posted 30 May 2024
Salary £35 - £38 per hour
LocationEngland
Job type Contract
Discipline Social Work
ReferenceGT3005_1717081558
Contact NameGeorge Taphouse

Job description

We are looking for a Fostering Social Worker to join an Independent Fostering Agency in the South West.

ONLY APPLY IF YOU HAVE A MINIMUM OF 2 YEARS POST QUALIFYING EXPERIENCE IN THE UK AS A SOCIAL WORKER.

About the team

You will be joining a close-knit team where support and progression is offered to locums. As a Fostering Social Worker you will be undertaking supervision and support of foster carers as well as completing write ups based from home. Caseloads remain very manageable at 7-10 carers as well as having a hybrid model meaning you are able to work from home. Mileage to and from visits is also paid from home.

About you

The ideal candidate will have good experience 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)
  • The benefit of working with supportive management at an Independent Fostering Agency
  • Flexible home working
  • 45p Mileage for visits which is paid from home
  • Parking available onsite
  • Easily accessible via car or public transport

For more information, please get in contact:

George Taphouse- Senior Consultant

0118 948 5555 / 07436 399 975

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