Supervising Social Worker - Fostering Team

Supervising Social Worker - Fostering Team, Redcar & Cleveland Council

Redcar & Cleveland Council's Children's Services is seeking a dedicated and skilled Supervising Social Worker to join our dedicated Fostering Team. We are committed to providing high-quality support and guidance to foster carers, ensuring children in their care experience a safe, loving, and nurturing environment.

Your Role:

As a Supervising Social Worker in our Fostering Team, you will play a vital role in supporting foster carers, ensuring they have the resources and guidance they need to provide exceptional care for children in their homes.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Supervising Foster Carers: Providing regular supervision and support to foster carers, ensuring they have the skills, knowledge, and resources to meet the needs of the children in their care.
• Building Relationships: Developing strong and trusting relationships with foster carers, supporting their development and helping them to feel confident and valued.
• Assessing and Matching: Working with foster carers to ensure that children are placed with the most suitable carers, considering their individual needs and circumstances.
• Case Management: Managing a caseload of foster carers, ensuring their needs are met, and their wellbeing is supported.
• Promoting Stability: Working with foster carers to promote continuity and stability for children in care, ensuring they have a secure and loving home.
• Multi-agency Collaboration: Collaborating with other professionals involved in the child's care, including social workers, education staff, and health professionals, to ensure a holistic approach.
• Promoting Positive Outcomes: Working to ensure children in foster care have the best possible opportunities to thrive and reach their full potential.

Key Requirements:

• Social Work Qualification: You must be a qualified Social Worker.
• Social Care England Registration: Essential for this role.
• Updated DBS: Essential for working with children and families.
• Experience in Fostering: Demonstrated experience working with children in care, including a strong understanding of fostering principles and practices.
• Excellent Assessment and Case Management Skills: Proven ability to conduct comprehensive assessments, develop effective care plans, and manage complex cases effectively.
• Strong Communication and Interpersonal Skills: Ability to build positive relationships with foster carers, children, families, other professionals, and stakeholders.
• Commitment to Safeguarding Children: Passion for protecting children and ensuring their rights and well-being are paramount.

We offer more than just a job; we offer a rewarding career path.

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Free access to 100s of discounts on the Happi App
• Refer a friend and earn up to £300 (T&Cs apply)
• Nationwide Access to Exciting Social Care Opportunities
• Dedicated Consultant by Your Side
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression
• A supportive and collaborative work environment
• The chance to make a real difference in the lives of children and families in Redcar & Cleveland Council

Ready to join our dedicated team and make a positive impact? Apply now!

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