Job Description
Could you be the person who helps create safe, stable homes for children who need them most? If you’re a qualified social worker who is values‑led, resilient and child‑focused, we’d like to hear from you.
What you’ll be doing
As a Lead Officer, Fostering & Commissioning, North Lincolnshire Council, you’ll manage a team of Practice Supervisors, providing supervision and support across a range of regulatory functions including recruitment, assessment and support of our foster carers, kinship carers and supported lodging providers. You’ll ensure that our carers receive the right support at the right time to ensure children in their care experience care and love. You will be a visible member of the team, attending regular events and activities with our carers and children. You'll be open to feedback to ensure voice and impact support us to provide stable homes for children. You’ll also work closely with colleagues and partner agencies to achieve the best outcomes for children and young people.
Who we’re looking for
We’re looking for a committed, proactive social worker who can thrive in a busy team and keep children at the centre of decision‑making.
You’ll Need
* A recognised social work qualification
* Registration with Social Work England
* A collaborative, solution‑focused approach
* Resilience and sound professional judgement
* The ability to travel independently across North Lincolnshire (driver’s licence & vehicle)
Why choose us
You’ll be joining a highly experienced and dedicated fostering team with a strong commitment to supportive practice and high standards for children. This is a role where your work has a direct, lasting impact on children’s lives and the stability of foster families. Aside from this, you’ll get access to all of the benefits listed below!
Interviews to be held on 20th March.
Contact
For an informal discussion about this position, please contact Belinda Cashman on 01724 298 050 or belinda.cashman@northlincs.gov.uk. Please see attached job description and employee specification which you should refer to when completing your application to demonstrate you meet the essential criteria for the role.
Right to work and safeguarding
Candidates must be able to evidence their right to work in the UK. Please note the council does not hold a sponsor licence to sponsor people to work in the UK.
As an employer, we promote and safeguard the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expect the same commitment from existing and prospective employees or volunteers. Recruitment to this post will follow our safer recruitment procedure which includes us requesting references prior to interview and a DBS check.
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