Supervising Social Worker - Fostering

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Posted on Sep 25, 2024 by CV-Library
South Croydon, Greater London, United Kingdom
Social Care
Immediate Start
£37 - £38.5 Hourly
Contract/Project
Supervising Social Worker - Fostering – Croydon

Role: Supervising Social Worker

Location: Croydon

Team: Fostering

Pay: up to £38.50 per hour

Contract: Full-Time Locum

OFSTED: Good

In the office: Hybrid

Are you a dedicated and experienced Social Worker with a passion for fostering? Croydon Council is looking for enthusiastic professionals to join their Fostering service as Supervising Social Workers. This is a fantastic opportunity to support foster carers and make a lasting impact on the lives of children in care.

Benefits:

Supportive and collaborative team environment

Opportunities for professional development and career progression

Flexible working arrangements, including a mix of office-based and remote work

A chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and foster families

Role Overview:

Supporting and supervising foster carers to ensure they provide high-quality care to children and young people

Conducting regular visits and assessments to monitor the well-being of children in foster placements

Providing training, guidance, and resources to foster carers to help them meet the needs of children in their care

Working closely with social work teams and external agencies to ensure comprehensive support for both children and foster carers

Participating in the matching process to find the best possible placements for children

Preparing detailed reports, attending meetings, and contributing to fostering panel discussions when necessary

Requirements:

Qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England

Proven experience in fostering or a related area within children's services

Strong assessment, support, and report-writing skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities, with a focus on building positive relationships with foster carers

Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage a diverse caseload

A commitment to improving outcomes for children and ensuring high standards of care

About Croydon Council: Croydon Council is committed to delivering high-quality services to its diverse community. The Fostering service plays a vital role in ensuring that children in care receive the love and support they need to thrive. As a Supervising Social Worker, you will be an essential part of a team dedicated to supporting foster carers and promoting positive outcomes for children.

Why choose Sheldon Phillips to find your next role? It's simple: we're not pushy or overly persistent. We understand that you want to be heard. Our priority is to proactively seek the roles you desire, not just the ones that benefit us financially.

Our success comes from making your job search our top priority.

Interested in learning more about the Supervising Social Worker role in Croydon? Contact Rhys Rafferty at (phone number removed).

Plus, refer a friend to us, and if we place them, you'll receive a generous £300 referral bonus (terms and conditions apply)

Reference: 222378186

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CV-Library

Supervising Social Worker - Fostering

CV-Library

Posted on Sep 25, 2024 by CV-Library

South Croydon, Greater London, United Kingdom
Social Care
Immediate Start
£37 - £38.5 Hourly
Contract/Project
Supervising Social Worker - Fostering – Croydon

Role: Supervising Social Worker

Location: Croydon

Team: Fostering

Pay: up to £38.50 per hour

Contract: Full-Time Locum

OFSTED: Good

In the office: Hybrid

Are you a dedicated and experienced Social Worker with a passion for fostering? Croydon Council is looking for enthusiastic professionals to join their Fostering service as Supervising Social Workers. This is a fantastic opportunity to support foster carers and make a lasting impact on the lives of children in care.

Benefits:

Supportive and collaborative team environment

Opportunities for professional development and career progression

Flexible working arrangements, including a mix of office-based and remote work

A chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and foster families

Role Overview:

Supporting and supervising foster carers to ensure they provide high-quality care to children and young people

Conducting regular visits and assessments to monitor the well-being of children in foster placements

Providing training, guidance, and resources to foster carers to help them meet the needs of children in their care

Working closely with social work teams and external agencies to ensure comprehensive support for both children and foster carers

Participating in the matching process to find the best possible placements for children

Preparing detailed reports, attending meetings, and contributing to fostering panel discussions when necessary

Requirements:

Qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England

Proven experience in fostering or a related area within children's services

Strong assessment, support, and report-writing skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities, with a focus on building positive relationships with foster carers

Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage a diverse caseload

A commitment to improving outcomes for children and ensuring high standards of care

About Croydon Council: Croydon Council is committed to delivering high-quality services to its diverse community. The Fostering service plays a vital role in ensuring that children in care receive the love and support they need to thrive. As a Supervising Social Worker, you will be an essential part of a team dedicated to supporting foster carers and promoting positive outcomes for children.

Why choose Sheldon Phillips to find your next role? It's simple: we're not pushy or overly persistent. We understand that you want to be heard. Our priority is to proactively seek the roles you desire, not just the ones that benefit us financially.

Our success comes from making your job search our top priority.

Interested in learning more about the Supervising Social Worker role in Croydon? Contact Rhys Rafferty at (phone number removed).

Plus, refer a friend to us, and if we place them, you'll receive a generous £300 referral bonus (terms and conditions apply)

Reference: 222378186

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