Supervising Social Worker

Job Title: Fostering Supervising Social Worker
Location: Wakefield
About the Role: We're seeking a dedicated and experienced Fostering Supervising Social Worker to join our clients team. In this role, you'll play a vital part in recruiting, assessing, training, and supporting foster carers. You'll also work to promote the well-being of children placed with foster families and contribute to the development of the fostering service.
Key Responsibilities:

• Recruitment and Assessment:
  • Actively recruit foster care applicants.
  • Assess potential foster carers to determine their suitability.
  • Promote the recruitment of carers who can meet the diverse needs of children.
• Training and Support:
  • Develop comprehensive assessments for presentation at fostering panels.
  • Conduct pre-approval preparation and training programs for foster carers.
  • Provide ongoing support to foster carers, including annual reviews and out-of-hours assistance.
• Placement and Liaison:
  • Match children and young people with appropriate foster carers.
  • Facilitate successful placements by liaising with local authorities and other agencies.
  • Prepare reports and statistical information as required by statutory and internal regulations.
• General Duties:
  • Participate in regular supervision and annual performance reviews.
  • Attend meetings, training events, and conferences as needed.
  • Uphold values, including promoting equality and diversity.
  • Undertake other duties as required, consistent with the role's responsibilities.

What We're Looking For:

• A qualified social worker with at least 2 years of experience working with children and families.
• Strong IT skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and social networking tools.
• Excellent attention to detail, organizational, and analytical abilities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• A valid driver's license.
• A commitment to promoting equality and diversity.
• Flexibility and adaptability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: Up to 33,000 per year
Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company events
• Company pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Discounted or free food
• Employee discount
• Free parking
• Health & wellbeing programs
• On-site parking
• Referral program
• Sick pay
• Store discounts