Senior Social Worker – Foster Care & Permanency Lead

London Social Work for Children; Bromley; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A social services organization in Bromley seeks a Senior Practitioner to join the Permanency team. The role involves assessing and supporting foster carers and kinship carers in compliance with regulations. Ideal candidates will have a social work qualification and strong communication skills. Benefits include a Golden Hello, generous leave, and participation in the Local Government Pension Scheme, alongside excellent development opportunities.

Benefits

Golden Hello

Annual Retention Allowance

Local Government Pension Scheme

Generous annual leave

Access to learning and development opportunities

Free car parking

Relocation allowance

Qualifications

• Registered with Social Work England or able to obtain registration prior to commencement.
• Relevant experience in children and family placements.
• Ability to keep accurate records and follow policy procedures.

Responsibilities

• Assess and train foster carers.
• Support and supervise carers.
• Conduct home visits and participate in office work.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Ability to work in a team

IT proficiency

Education

Professional qualification/Degree (Masters, C.Q.S.W., Dip. Social Work)

Job description

A social services organization in Bromley seeks a Senior Practitioner to join the Permanency team. The role involves assessing and supporting foster carers and kinship carers in compliance with regulations. Ideal candidates will have a social work qualification and strong communication skills. Benefits include a Golden Hello, generous leave, and participation in the Local Government Pension Scheme, alongside excellent development opportunities.