Job Description
Are you an experienced Qualified Social Worker with a background in fostering?
Do you have a solid understanding of fostering regulations and want to be part of a supportive, flexible team?
We have a fantastic Locum Fostering Social Work Opportunity available within a Mainstream Fostering Team, offering hybrid working and a supportive environment. You'll be working within a mainstream fostering service, supporting foster carers, undertaking assessments, and ensuring compliance with fostering regulations to deliver safe, stable placements for children in care.
Benefits:
* Hybrid role, with 2-3 days per week in the office
* Dedicated Consultant - one point of contactKeep your CPD/Training up to date by accessing our e-learning portal
* Two weekly payroll runs
* Weekly mailers keeping you up to date with locum posts within your locality
* Receive up to £300 for referring a friend or colleague (T&Cs apply)
Responsibilities:
* Support and supervise foster carers
* Undertake fostering assessments and reviews
* Ensure all work is in line with fostering regulations and national minimum standards
* Work closely with internal teams and partner agencies to support placement stability
* Maintain accurate, timely, and high-quality records and reports
To be considered for the role:
* Social Work England registration
* Mainstream fostering experience
* Working knowledge of fostering legislation and regulations
* Previous experience in a Senior Social Worker post - desirable but not essential
* Confident, self-motivated, and capable of managing a busy caseload
If you're ready to bring your fostering expertise to a team that values flexibility and high standards - apply now or contact us for more information-
Randstad Care acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Randstad Care is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merits alone.
Did you know that Randstad Care have been awarded a place on the National Clinical Staffing Framework for the NHS? This means we will be able to bring you more opportunities within nursing & midwifery and clinical staffing.