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Social worker - Fostering

Sanctuary Personnel
Posted 5 hours ago, valid for a day
Location

Wigan, Lancashire WN5 0RA

Contract type

Full Time

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  • An exciting opportunity for a Social Worker - Fostering is available in Wigan, UK, offering a salary of £35 per hour for an initial 3-month period.
  • This full-time locum position allows you to make a significant impact on the lives of children and families while working in a supportive team environment.
  • Candidates are expected to have relevant experience in fostering, although the specific years of experience required are not mentioned.
  • The role includes conducting assessments, providing support and training to foster carers, and collaborating with other professionals to ensure high-quality care plans.
  • Wigan offers a great work-life balance, cultural experiences, and affordability, making it an attractive place to live and work.

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Exciting Opportunity for a Social Worker - Fostering in Wigan, UK! Enjoy a rewarding role within the fostering specialism earning £35 per hour on an hourly basis for an initial period of 3 months. This full-time locum position offers the chance to make a real difference in the lives of children and families. Immerse yourself in this vibrant role where you'll be an integral part of a supportive team working towards creating nurturing environments for young people.Perks and benefits:

  • Locum job: Enjoy the flexibility that comes with locum work, allowing you to balance your professional and personal life to suit your needs.
  • Professional development: Access to a range of training opportunities that will help you expand your skills and advance your career.
  • Adaptable working conditions: Embrace the chance to work in a way that complements your lifestyle with options for flexible arrangements.
  • Networking opportunities: Connect with other professionals and broaden your industry contacts for future career growth.
  • Varied experience: Gain a broad range of experience across different cases, enhancing your skillset and career trajectory.

What you will do:

  • Conduct assessments and reviews of foster carers to ensure they provide a safe and supportive environment.
  • Provide advice, support, and training to foster carers to enhance their capability in meeting the children's needs.
  • Work collaboratively with other professionals and agencies to deliver high-quality care plans.
  • Participate in the recruitment and training of new foster carers.
  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date records and reports to monitor foster placements effectively.

Living and working in Wigan offers an amazing blend of work-life balance, culture, and convenience. Known for its rich industrial history and close-knit community vibe, Wigan boasts affordability with easy access to stunning parks, great shopping, and a robust public transport network. Immerse yourself in a town with evident pride and a welcoming spirit, making it a fantastic place to both live and work. Join us in Wigan for a fulfilling career journey!Working with Sanctuary Personnel:Sanctuary Personnel is a trusted and award-winning agency for roles. With an ‘Excellent’ rating on Trustpilot from over 1,000 reviews and many prestigious industry awards, we are dedicated to finding you the best possible rates in roles that match your skills and experience.

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.