Locum Supervising Social Worker - Fostering Team (£40/hr)

My Social Work News; Oldham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - GBP 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading social work agency in Oldham is seeking a Supervising Social Worker for the Fostering Team. This full-time locum position offers an hourly rate of £40. You'll provide supervision, support, and training to foster carers while working in a dynamic, supportive environment. Ideal applicants will have experience in social work practices. This role is perfect for those dedicated to making a difference in the lives of foster children and their carers, ensuring compliance with best practices in fostering services.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Competitive pay

Professional development opportunities

Networking with professionals

Qualifications

• Experience providing supervision and support to foster carers.
• Ability to carry out assessments in line with fostering regulations.
• Excellent report writing and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide supervision and support to foster carers.
• Carry out assessments ensuring compliance and best practice.
• Facilitate training and support groups for foster carers.
• Collaborate with agencies for positive outcomes.
• Maintain up-to-date case records.

Skills

Supervision and support

Assessment skills

Training facilitation

Report writing

Collaborative work

Job description

A leading social work agency in Oldham is seeking a Supervising Social Worker for the Fostering Team. This full-time locum position offers an hourly rate of £40. You'll provide supervision, support, and training to foster carers while working in a dynamic, supportive environment. Ideal applicants will have experience in social work practices. This role is perfect for those dedicated to making a difference in the lives of foster children and their carers, ensuring compliance with best practices in fostering services.