Supervising Link Worker
About Us
We are working on behalf as a established Fostering Agency with an Ofsted rating of 'Good', who have been changing children's lives for over 20 years.
We're looking to recruit a passionate and experienced social worker who wants to make a positive impact within fostering. The role is hybrid covering the South Yorkshire and North Nottinghamshire areas.
Job Description
Role: Supervising Link Worker
Hours: 37 per week
Rate of Pay: Up to £43,000.00 (depending on skills and experience)
Salary includes cover for Out of Hours
Overall Purpose:
The Supervising Link Worker is responsible for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people within quality family placements. This role involves assessing and supporting foster carers, ensuring compliance with National Minimum Standards, and facilitating the successful matching of children with appropriate foster families.
Main Duties and Responsibilities:
Recruitment and Support: Undertake the recruitment, approval, training, and support functions related to foster carers.
Form F Assessments: Conduct thorough Form F assessments of potential foster carers and present these to the fostering panel within agreed timelines.
Compliance: Ensure that all fostering households comply with the Foster Care Agreement and associated plans.
Child Welfare: Monitor carers' suitability and competence to ensure they provide a safe, healthy, nurturing, an...