Locum Social Worker - Kinship Fostering Team
Location: North Somerset
Pay Rate: £36 per hour
Are you an experienced and passionate Social Worker looking for a rewarding locum opportunity? Our client, a well-established fostering team in North Somerset, is seeking a dedicated Locum Social Worker to join their Kinship Fostering Team.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Undertake comprehensive kinship assessments and viability assessments.
2. Support and supervise kinship carers to ensure the best outcomes for children.
3. Work closely with families, foster carers, and multi-agency teams to provide holistic support.
4. Contribute to care planning, permanency planning, and court reports as required.
5. Ensure compliance with fostering regulations, policies, and statutory guidance.
Requirements:
1. Qualified Social Worker with Social Work England registration.
2. Proven experience within fostering, kinship care, or children's services.
3. Strong assessment, analytical, and report-writing skills.
4. Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
5. Up-to-date knowledge of relevant legislation and best practices.
Benefits:
1. Competitive hourly rate of £36ph.
2. Flexible working arrangements.
3. Supportive and collaborative team environment.
4. Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on children and families.
If you are a motivated and skilled Social Worker looking for your next locum role, we want to hear from you! Apply today to join a dedicated team making a real difference in the lives of children and kinship carers.
Please contact Gemma Bridgman at Caritas on (phone number removed) or email g.bridgman @ (url removed) for details.
Caritas Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
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