Ackerman Pierce is currently supporting a leading local authority within Southend to recruit for an Advanced Practitioner for the Fostering Support Team on a permanent basis paying £46,142-£52,413 P/Annum. Our client has a well-structured and organised team that are looking to grow their staffing levels. The role offers flexible working hours and a supportive team culture with regular supervision on cases. Southend is embedding a systemic approach and is currently undergoing several changes focused on reducing caseloads and improving outcomes for families. This is an exciting opportunity to join a fast-paced and supportive team.
YOU MUST BE A PRACTICE EDUCATOR TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS ROLE.
Responsibilities
* To recruit, train, assess, supervise and support Foster Carers in their role of looking after children and young people, ensuring high professional standards and knowledge of relevant children\'s and fostering legislation, regulations and practice methods.
* Provide a supportive and efficient service to children, young people, their families and fostering families to ensure needs are professionally assessed.
* Investigate, evaluate and analyse information on cases, with clear assessment, reliable information, evidence in conclusions and realistic action plans.
* Develop practice with a holistic view of the individual, considering immediate and extended social circles and overall development needs.
* Ensure all casework and foster care services comply with statutory requirements, fostering regulations/National minimum standards and the Council\'s policies and procedures.
* Ensure investigations, enquiries and assessments are completed to high professional standards within agreed timescales.
* Use ICT to maintain adequate case recording as directed in service procedures.
* Ensure all case management complies with statutory requirements and the Council\'s policies and procedures.
* Liaise with and work in partnership with other agencies and organisations to support care plans of children in placement and the work of foster carers.
* Undertake the recruitment, assessment, training and ongoing development of foster carers to meet the diverse needs of children in Southend Borough Council.
* Participate in an effective referral and allocation system, ensuring relevant documentation is available and current for children looked after by foster carers, placing children in line with Fostering regulations, National minimum standards and Southend Council\'s policies.
* Attend panels, conferences, reviews and court as required for each case, presenting the Council plans and opinions with professionalism and integrity.
* Prepare and submit written reports as required.
* Identify service enhancements and support the culture of continuous improvement.
* Recommend expenditure within strict criteria and policy.
Benefits of Working with Southend on Sea Council
* Free onsite parking with opportunities for role progression and training for both permanent and temporary staff within the authority.
* Very competitive pay rate which exceeds most of the surrounding areas.
* OFSTED RATING 2024 – GOOD.
Minimum Requirements
* SWE Registration
* 3 years current fostering experience
* Practice Educator
* Enhanced DBS/CRB (we can obtain for you)
* Eligibility to work in the UK
* Full driving license and access to your own vehicle
Why Choose Ackerman Pierce?
Ackerman Pierce calls upon over 15 years\' worth of experience in recruiting directly into the Social Work Sector. We offer a unique recruitment experience with your own personal consultant, a DBS and Compliance service and a quick and easy registration process. We pride ourselves on a guaranteed weekly payment process.
To discuss the vacancy further or any other opportunities in Southend, please contact Dan Mulvey or email your updated CV to us today.
Job Title: Advanced Practitioner - Fostering Support Team
Location: Southend On Sea
Salary: £46,142-£52,413 P/Annum
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