Orange Grove Fostercare Southern Counties registration covers the whole of the South, London, and Essex area. We are currently seeking a qualified and experienced Social Worker who is enthusiastic, committed, and has an appreciation of the role of the foster parent and their skills. We ask our Social Workers to take a collaborative approach with foster parents in order to promote meaningful and relevant supervision of placements.
To have experience of working with foster parents as professional colleagues and working within a multi-discipline arena is essential, as is holding a full driving licence, being a confident driver, willing and able to travel across Hampshire and surrounding areas, with unrestricted access to your own car. This is a demanding position that includes both a quality assurance role to maintain high standards and a training role for prospective and current foster parents.
You will be an excellent Report Writer and able to work to strict deadlines. You will be involved in the recruitment, training, and supervision of Foster Parents and promoting the welfare of children placed with Orange Grove Fostercare.
Responsibilities include:
1. Direct support of foster parents within a realistic caseload which enables a high level of supervision.
2. Provide regular supervision to allocated foster parents, enabling and monitoring their practice and ensuring their compliance with regulatory standards.
3. Work in partnership with children, young people, foster parents, other professionals, local authorities, and stakeholders, enabling full participation in assessment, planning, review, and decision-making relating to safeguarding and child protection.
4. Hold a full driving licence and unrestricted access to your own vehicle.
5. Willingness to undertake an Enhanced DBS check (cost covered by Orange Grove Fostercare).
6. Hold a Social Care England recognised qualification in Social Work or equivalent.
7. Ideally previous experience of family placement work and foster care practice, including the assessment of potential foster parents; however, training and development are provided for the right candidate.
8. Comprehensive knowledge of fostering regulations, child care law, and safeguarding legislation.
9. Excellent communication skills.
10. A commitment to high-quality practice.
11. Intermediate IT skills, including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) and databases.
About Orange Grove:
Founded in 1996 by two social workers, Orange Grove understands that strong relationships are key to successful fostering. We prioritize building positive relationships with children, foster parents, local authorities, and partners to provide a safe, supportive, and nurturing environment.
Benefits:
* £3,000 Car Allowance
* 30 days Annual Leave (rising to 35 days with service) + Bank Holidays
* Company Pension
* Life Assurance x2
* Employee Discount Scheme
* Medical Cash Plan
* Free Parking
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