Fostering Social Worker

Posted 23 August 2023
Salary £36080 - £39162 per annum + benefits
LocationNorthamptonshire
Job type Permanent
Discipline Social Work Fostering
ReferenceJ8407_1692813604
Contact NameJamil Olweny

Job description

A Local Authority is looking for Supervising Social Workers for their Post Approval team in their Fostering service in Northamptonshire. These positions are full-time & part-time as well as permanent positions with some hybrid working.

The ideal Social Workers will have post qualification experience in Fostering. This is a great chance to become an integral part of an exciting future as they aspiring to be "Outstanding" rated by Ofsted.


Benefits for you as the Social Worker:

  • Training & Development opportunities
  • 28 days of annual leave + public holidays (rising with service)
  • Retention bonus
  • Up to £8,000 relocation package
  • £4,000 welcome bonus
  • Ability to purchase extra annual leave
  • Government pension scheme
  • Social Work England registration paid
  • Various discounts
  • Additional benefits

Duties and Responsibilities for you as the Social Worker:

  • Managing a caseload
  • Working with the Signs of Safety approach
  • Reporting to the Practice & Team Managers

Requirements for you as the Social Worker:

  • A recognised Social Work qualification (Degree/Diploma)
  • Registered with Social Work England
  • Post qualification experience within Fostering
  • A working knowledge and understanding of the current legislation and frameworks relevant to Children Social Care

Location: Northamptonshire

Salary Scale: £36,080 - £39,162 pro rata + benefits

Please follow the instructions on this website, or alternatively contact Jamil Olweny

If this role is not what you are looking for, but you are looking to make a move within Social Work, get in touch, as we have many other opportunities

What do you get from working with me?

  • CV enhancement
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  • Access to many jobs in the market
  • One central point of contact
  • Interview preparation assistance
  • Expert consultation
  • Questions answered
  • Offer negotiation