Seeking a dedicated Social Worker to support children and families in foster care, working closely with foster carers, children, and multidisciplinary teams to ensure safe and supportive environments.
Randstad is proud to partner with the Fostering Team to recruit a passionate and dedicated Social Worker. This rewarding role will directly impact the lives of children and families.
As a Social Worker in this role, you will conduct thorough assessments of potential foster carers, match children with suitable foster carers, and oversee the placement process. You will work collaboratively with other professionals to ensure the well-being of children in foster care.
* Conduct thorough assessments of potential foster carers and prepare reports for fostering panels.
* Match children with suitable foster carers and oversee the placement process.
* Work collaboratively with other professionals, including social workers, health professionals, and educators, to ensure the well-being of children in foster care.
* Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, policies, and procedures related to fostering and child care.
* Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of assessments, placements, and ongoing support.
Qualifications:
* Qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England.
* Proven experience in a social work role, preferably within fostering or children's services.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with foster carers, children, and professionals.
* Knowledge of relevant legislation, policies, and procedures related to fostering and child care.
Benefits:
* Competitive pay-rates of £29 - £37 per hour.
* One committed and dedicated point of contact.
* An unlimited referrals incentive, giving you a £300 voucher for anyone you refer.
* Access to 100s of discounts through the Hapi App.
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.
Randstad Care have been awarded a place on the National Clinical Staffing Framework for the NHS, bringing more opportunities within nursing & midwifery and clinical staffing.