JOB [ Click Apply]db742659 Job Title: Supervising Social Worker - Kinship Team Specialism: Social Work within the Kinship Team Job Location: Gateshead, UK Salary: £27.62 Hourly Salary Type: Hourly Job Type: Full Time/Part Time Job Duration: Ongoing Jump into this thrilling role as a Supervising Social Worker within the dynamic Kinship Team in Gateshead. Earn a competitive hourly rate of £27.62 while making a meaningful difference in the lives of children and kinship carers. Whether you're looking for full-time or part-time work, this ongoing opportunity empowers you to apply your social work skills effectively within a supportive team. Perks and Benefits: Flexible Working Hours: Offering both full-time and part-time positions to help you balance your personal life while achieving professional aspirations. Career Growth: Opportunities for professional development and additional training will enhance your skill set in an engaging work environment. Competitive Pay: Benefit from a rewarding hourly rate that reflects your expertise and dedication. Supportive Team Environment: Join a friendly and collaborative team dedicated to safeguarding children and supporting kinship carers. Holistic Work Satisfaction: Experience the fulfillment that comes from directly impacting the well-being of children and families. What You Will Do: Support and Supervision: Provide crucial supervision and emotional support to our valuable kinship carers, ensuring the children are well-cared for and fostering regulations are upheld. Assessment and Approval: Conduct thorough Form C assessments to evaluate potential kinship carers and ensure all findings are clearly presented to the fostering panels. Safeguarding and Compliance: Keep a watchful eye on child welfare, address any safeguarding issues swiftly, and ensure carers meet all necessary legal requirements. Training and Development: Facilitate impactful training sessions for kinship carers, strengthening their parenting skills and knowledge in trauma-informed care. Case Management: Carefully manage your caseload, maintaining detailed records and writing comprehensive reports. Multi-Agency Collaboration: Collaborate with diverse teams including social work colleagues, educational entities, and health services to provide comprehensive support to children in kinship care. Skills and Qualifications: A degree in Social Work and registration with Social Work England are essential. Prior experience in fostering, child protection, or working with looked-after children is highly desirable. Proven assessment, analytical, and report-writing skills are a must. Understanding of fostering regulations, kinship care policy, and safeguarding procedures is crucial. Superior communication skills and relationship-building abilities will serve you well in this rewarding role. Living and working in Gateshead offers an enriching experience - a vibrant hub with excellent transport links, cultural attractions, and scenic beauty. Surrounded by friendly locals and a strong community spirit, Gateshead is the perfect place to advance your career as a Supervising Social Worker while enjoying life to the fullest. Join us and be a part of something truly special 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.