JOB-20240819-db742659 Job Title: Social Worker - Fostering Supervising Team Location: Stoke on Trent, UK Salary: £33.30 Hourly Contract: Ongoing | Full Time / Part Time Available Social Worker required for an ongoing opportunity within the Fostering Supervising Team in Stoke on Trent. This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic and supportive team where you can make a real impact in the lives of children and foster carers. The role offers flexible working arrangements, with full-time and part-time options available, allowing you to balance your professional commitments with your lifestyle. Perks and benefits: Full Time / Part Time: Enjoy the flexibility of working hours that suit your lifestyle, whether you're looking for a full-time commitment or prefer part-time Professional Growth: Locum work provides a unique opportunity to expand your skills across different environments, giving you diverse experience that enhances your career development Competitive Pay: Earn £33.30 per hour while contributing to the fostering team's vital work Networking Opportunities: Work alongside a variety of professionals, gaining new insights and making valuable connections in the field of social care What you will do: Manage a caseload of foster carers, providing regular supervision visits in line with statutory requirements Support carers with placement planning, child development, behaviour management, and safeguarding Identify training needs and facilitate access to learning and development opportunities Contribute to assessments of prospective foster carers, completing reports in line with Fostering Regulations Support the fostering panel and provide professional recommendations regarding approvals Ensure foster placements meet the needs of looked-after children Monitor the welfare and progress of children placed with carers Participate in reviews, meetings, and planning forums regarding children's care Identify and respond to safeguarding concerns for children in care Support carers in understanding and implementing safeguarding policies Complete risk assessments and contribute to safeguarding plans Liaise with children's social workers, education, health, and therapeutic services Attend fostering panel meetings, looked-after children reviews, and training events Work collaboratively with birth families to support care plans where appropriate Maintain accurate, timely, and analytical case records for foster carers and placements Ensure all work complies with statutory frameworks and local policies Participate in supervision, reflective practice, and continuous professional development Person Specification: Degree in Social Work (BA / MA / DipSW) Registered with Social Work England (SWE) Experience working in Children's Social Care, particularly with foster carers, looked-after children, or permanence teams Experience in supervision, assessment, and supporting foster placements is desirable Stoke on Trent is a vibrant city with rich heritage, cultural attractions, beautiful surroundings, and excellent amenities. Known as the Potteries, it offers a blend of traditional and contemporary lifestyle, providing a supportive and inspiring environment for both work and life. Working with Sanctuary Personnel: Sanctuary Personnel is a trusted and award-winning agency for roles. With an 'Excellent' rating on Trustpilot from over 1,000 reviews and many prestigious industry awards, we are dedicated to finding you the best possible rates in roles that match your skills and experience. Apply today and make a lasting difference in the lives of children and foster carers while earning £33.30 per hour in a flexible, rewarding Social Work role.