Locum Social Worker - Kinship Fostering Team
Location: North Somerset
Pay Rate: 36 per hour
Are you an experienced and passionate Social Worker looking for a rewarding locum opportunity? Our client, a well-established fostering team in North Somerset, is seeking a dedicated Locum Social Worker to join their Kinship Fostering Team.
Key Responsibilities:
Undertake comprehensive kinship assessments and viability assessments.
Support and supervise kinship carers to ensure the best outcomes for children.
Work closely with families, foster carers, and multi-agency teams to provide holistic support.
Contribute to care planning, permanency planning, and court reports as required.
Ensure compliance with fostering regulations, policies, and statutory guidance.
Requirements:
Qualified Social Worker with Social Work England registration.
Proven experience within fostering, kinship care, or children's services.
Strong assessment, analytical, and report-writing skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Up-to-date knowledge of relevant legislation and best practices.
Benefits:
Competitive hourly rate of 36ph.
Flexible working arrangements.
Supportive and collaborative team environment.
Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on children and families.
If you are a motivated and skilled Social Worker looking for your next locum role, we want to hear from you!
Apply today to join a dedicated team making a real difference in the lives of children and kinship carers.
Please contact Gemma Bridgman at Caritas on (phone number removed) or email g.bridgman @ (url removed) for details
Caritas Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.