Due to an increase in the looked after children population we are looking for a qualified social worker who will have the skills and experience to complete viability reports and family and friends assessments.
You will have the experience in the following:
- Experienced social worker in fostering, preferably with safeguarding experience
- Experience in completing form C fostering assessments.
- Experience in presenting assessments to the fostering panel.
- Experience of completing viability, kinships and SGO assessments.
- Good working knowledge of fostering regulations/legislation and National Minimum Standards.
- Ability to work to court timescales.
- Ability to work closely with the local authority child care and legal teams.
Qualifications and Skills:
- Qualified Social Worker with relevant degree or equivalent qualification
- Registered with Social Work England
- Experience working with vulnerable children
- Ability to work independently and within a team
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Full enhanced DBS
How to Apply:
If you are interested in applying for this role please submit your CV via email to or call to discuss the role with me directly.