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Location: Croydon
Closing Date: 21/10/2024
Salary: £37 - £39 Per Hour
Hours: Full Time
Type: Permanent
Job Requirements / Description
Supervising Social Worker - Fostering – Croydon
Role: Supervising Social Worker
Location: Croydon
Team: Fostering
Pay: up to £38.50 per hour
Contract: Full-Time Locum
OFSTED: Good
In the office: Hybrid
Are you a dedicated and experienced Social Worker with a passion for fostering? Croydon Council is looking for enthusiastic professionals to join their Fostering service as Supervising Social Workers. This is a fantastic opportunity to support foster carers and make a lasting impact on the lives of children in care.
Benefits:
Supportive and collaborative team environment
Opportunities for professional development and career progression
Flexible working arrangements, including a mix of office-based and remote work
A chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and foster families
Role Overview:
Supporting and supervising foster carers to ensure they provide high-quality care to children and young people
Conducting regular visits and assessments to monitor the well-being of children in foster placements
Providing training, guidance, and resources to foster carers to help them meet the needs of children in their care
Working closely with social work teams and external agencies to ensure comprehensive support for both children and foster carers
Participating in the matching process to find the best possible placements for children
Preparing detailed reports, attending meetings, and contributing to fostering panel discussions when necessary
Requirements:
Qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England
Proven experience in fostering or a related area within children's services
Strong assessment, support, and report-writing skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities, with a focus on building positive relationships with foster carers
Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage a diverse caseload
A commitment to improving outcomes for children and ensuring high standards of care
About Croydon Council: Croydon Council is committed to delivering high-quality services to its diverse community. The Fostering service plays a vital role in ensuring that children in care receive the love and support they need to thrive. As a Supervising Social Worker, you will be an essential part of a team dedicated to supporting foster carers and promoting positive outcomes for children.
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Interested in learning more about the Supervising Social Worker role in Croydon? Contact Rhys Rafferty at (phone number removed).
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