Supervising Social Worker | Fostering

Job Description

If you are interested in applying for this job, please make sure you meet the following requirements as listed below.

Are you an experienced Qualified Social Worker with a background in fostering?

Do you have a solid understanding of fostering regulations and want to be part of a supportive, flexible team?

We have a fantastic Locum Fostering Social Work Opportunity available within a Mainstream Fostering Team, offering hybrid working and a supportive environment. You'll be working within a mainstream fostering service, supporting foster carers, undertaking assessments, and ensuring compliance with fostering regulations to deliver safe, stable placements for children in care.

Benefits:

• Hybrid role, with 2-3 days per week in the office
• Dedicated Consultant - one point of contactKeep your CPD/Training up to date by accessing our e-learning portal
• Two weekly payroll runs
• Weekly mailers keeping you up to date with locum posts within your locality
• Receive up to £300 for referring a friend or colleague (T&Cs apply)

Responsibilities:

• Support and supervise foster carers
• Undertake fostering assessments and reviews
• Ensure all work is in line with fostering regulations and national minimum standards
• Work closely with internal teams and partner agencies to support placement stability
• Maintain accurate, timely, and high-quality records and reports

To be considered for the role:

• Social Work England registration
• Mainstream fostering experience
• Working knowledge of fostering legislation and regulations
• Previous experience in a Senior Social Worker post - desirable but not essential
• Confident, self-motivated, and capable of managing a busy caseload

If you're ready to bring your fostering expertise to a team that values flexibility and high standards - apply now or contact us for more information-

Randstad Care acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Randstad Care is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merits alone. xwzovoh

Did you know that Randstad Care have been awarded a place on the National Clinical Staffing Framework for the NHS? This means we will be able to bring you more opportunities within nursing & midwifery and clinical staffing.