Overview
Opus people solutions on behalf of our Client in the South East of England have an exciting opportunity for a Social Worker to join their Fostering Team
Job Title: Social Worker
Length of assignment: 3 Months
Hours per week: 37
Hourly rate: £38
Location: South East of England
Remote/Office based: Hybrid - 3 days per week in the office
Responsibilities
* Complete thorough Form F assessments for prospective foster carers
* Provide regular supervision and support to approved foster carers
* Monitor placements, offer guidance, and respond to challenges carers face
* Be the main point of contact for advice, safeguarding concerns, or placement issues
* Take part in the duty rota to respond to urgent placement needs or foster carer support requests
* Handle enquiries about fostering, including from prospective applicants
* Liaise with professionals from health, education, safeguarding, and legal services
Qualifications
* Qualified Social Worker (registered with Social Work England)
* Relevant fostering experience
* Good knowledge of Fostering Regulations and National Minimum Standards
* 3 years of post qualifying experience
* Driving licence is required
If you thrive to make a difference and have 3 years Social worker experience and this is the role for you, then we would love to hear from you.
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