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Associate Therapist - Fostering Location: Home-based, covering the South East (including London, Kent, Sussex, Southampton, Portsmouth, Bournemouth and the Isle of Wight) Salary: £35 per hour About Us Foster Care Associates South East is an Ofsted-rated 'Good' service (2023). We are highly ambitious for our fostering families and want every child in our care to live safe and happy lives. We have an office in London Bridge, with staff and foster parents based throughout the region, including Kent, Sussex, London, Southampton, Portsmouth, Bournemouth and the Isle of Wight. The Role We are looking for a highly motivated and passionate Therapist or therapy training social worker to deliver high-quality therapy services and strengthen our therapeutic offering. The role will support the development of a therapeutic environment for looked-after children and young people. As an Associate Therapist, you will offer consultation sessions to foster parents who require support when managing specific challenges. You will also provide consultation to internal staff to discuss issues relating to actual or potential placements, as well as liaising with external local authorities, social workers and schools. This rewarding role allows you to build strong relationships with new foster parents by delivering sessions and groups during their first year, helping them understand what it means to be a therapeutic foster carer. You will also facilitate workshops for staff to support reflective therapeutic practice and ongoing learning. Experience of working within a fostering service or similar environment would be beneficial. You should be able to demonstrate strong administrative skills, an understanding of regulatory policies and processes, and the ability to work effectively within a fast-paced team. For an informal discussion about this opportunity, please contact Caroline Ellis, Registered Manager, on 07967 381058. To be considered, please apply and we will be in touch. No agencies please. Foster Care Associates is an equal opportunities employer and has been awarded Disability Confident Employer status by Jobcentre Plus. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check. JBRP1_UKTJ

Career Progression Opportunites | Supportive Management | Flexible Working | 9 Day Fortnight Find out more about this role by reading the information below, then apply to be considered. Are you an experienced social worker looking to get into Fostering, but finding opportunities are limited in your current role? We're currently working with a highly rated council based in on the South Coast of England, for an experienced practitioner to join their established service as a Supervising Social Worker. As a supervising social worker, you will also be responsible for supporting and managing approved foster carers, assessing special guardians and ensuring support plans are in place, working with childrens social workers to achieve permanence, either through long term fostering or special guardianship. Benefits include a competitive salary of up to £46,141, as well as ahybrid working pattern, the managers are also always open to discussions on flexible working arrangements, including opportunities for condensed hours and 9-day fortnights to make sure youre maintaining that all important work life balance. This council are rated Good by Ofsted, and also have great staff retention, with vacancies in the service a rarity. They have a real focus on professional development, with regular career progression opportunities within the first 12-months should you wish. For this role, you do require a social work qualification & registration to Social Work England. xrnqpay To apply for this role, send your CV to . Or call Chris on for some more info.

Foster Care Associates (FCA) Senior / Supervising Social Worker Salary: Up to £36,323.65 per annum (dependent on experience) Benefits: Company Car or £2,000 Car Allowance, 30 days' annual leave (rising to 35 days with length of service) + Bank Holidays (pro rata), Life Assurance, Company Pension, On-site Free Parking, Employee Discount Scheme & Medical Cash Plan Location: Home-based, supporting foster parents across the Isle of Wight, Southampton and Portsmouth About Us Set up by a former foster parent and former social worker in 1994, Foster Care Associates (FCA) is an established fostering agency which forms part of the Polaris Community - one of the UK's largest communities of children's service providers. The business was born out of an enthusiasm for delivering fostering services that make a positive difference to the lives of looked-after children. Our first office was in the Worcestershire countryside, and that's still where our Head Office is today. We've come a long way since those early days and, over the years, FCA has built a strong reputation for excellence and now offers a wide range of services to children and families. However, our purpose remains the same: to make a positive and lasting difference for children, families and communities. This is underpinned by a series of values designed to help children and young people reach their full potential. Today, we're one of the country's largest and most experienced independent fostering agencies. Despite our size, we remain a close-knit and supportive community. At FCA, we're one big family, committed to supporting every child and foster parent, every day. Duties Will Include • Supporting foster parents and their families to achieve outstanding outcomes for all children and young people in foster care, • Supporting and monitoring the continued suitability and competence of foster parents, ensuring they provide a safe, healthy, nurturing and learning environment, • Ensuring carers fully understand the fostering task, required competencies and expected standards, including complaints and representation procedures in line with FCA policies, • Providing and recording regular supervision to allocated foster parents in line with FCA's Operational Standards, • Working in partnership using a team parenting approach to identify needs within the foster family (e.g. respite, activities, therapy, holidays), contributing to meetings and relevant actions, • Ensuring each child and foster parent is fully compliant with all key documentation, • Attending meetings and/or providing reports for commissioning teams regarding individual care packages, • Promoting participation of children and young people in agency development and access to local resources and opportunities, • Participating in an out-of-hours support service on a rota basis, • Participating in the day duty system on a rota basis, supporting the referrals team, • A Social Work qualification, • Professional registration with Social Work England or equivalent, • Proven ability to produce a high standard of report writing, • A comprehensive working knowledge of relevant legislation and safeguarding procedures, • The willingness and ability to travel extensively (including occasional overnight stays), • Confidence transporting children and young people in potentially challenging situations To be considered, please apply and we will be in touch. No agencies please. Foster Care Associates is an equal opportunities employer and has been awarded Disability Confident Employer status by Jobcentre Plus. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check. JBRP1_UKTJ

Location: OxfordshireBusiness Unit: Children's ServicesAbout UsAn exciting opportunity has arisen for a Social Worker to join the Countywide Fostering Recruitment Team. Part-time Social Worker - Fostering Recruitment Countywide - OX5 2BPNumber of Positions: 1Contract Type: PermanentSalary: 3822

JOB-20241107-791d94d2Job Title: Social Worker Fostering Kinship TeamLocation: Southend-on-Sea, UKSalary: £AnnuallyContract: Permanent Full-TimeWe are seeking an enthusiastic Social Worker to join our Fostering Kinship Team in the vibrant seaside town of Southend-on-Sea.

One of our long-serving, now retired, Supervising Social Workers said this about her experiences of working for Fostering People: "Fostering People are a fantastic company to work for where you really feel as though you can make a difference to children's lives. As an innovative agency we are seekin

JOB-20241107-791d94d2Job Title: Supervising Social Worker Fostering TeamLocation: Oldham, UKSalary: £ AnnuallyContract: Permanent Full-TimeWe are on the hunt for an enthusiastic Supervising Social Worker to join our dynamic Fostering Team in Oldham.

Multiple positions are available, ranging from Social Worker to Team Manager, with opportunities in Child Protection, Safeguarding, and Fostering services. A social work recruitment agency is seeking Qualified Social Workers for various roles in Gloucestershire and Wiltshire. Candidates must have a

Ideal candidates must hold a degree or diploma in Social Work and be registered with Social Work England. A recruitment agency seeks Qualified Social Workers for various levels of positions in Devon, ranging from full-time to part-time roles. The role requires knowledge of child protection, safeguar

A leading fostering organization in the UK seeks a self-employed Assessing Social Worker to conduct Form F assessments across Nottinghamshire and Derby. The ideal candidate is passionate about fostering, has a strong understanding of child protection, and is committed to safeguarding vulnerable youn

A trusted recruitment agency is looking for a Social Worker to join their Fostering Assessments Team in North Yorkshire. This is ideal for social workers passionate about meaningful, evidence-based practice.

Fostering Form F Assessing Social Worker. We are recruiting sessional assessing social workers toundertake Form F assessments. To carry out the duties in line with our Foster Carer and Supervising Social Worker Standards and Practice Guidance.

This role requires significant experience in fostering and local authority social work, with responsibilities including supervising a team of social workers, managing foster carer caseloads, and mentoring newly qualified social workers. A family-owned Independent Fostering Agency in Lewisham is seek

Fair Ways are looking to recruit a supervising social worker to join our dedicated and supportive fostering team. Undertaking fostering and parenting assessments as required, adhering to specific role guidelines, and presenting assessments to the Independent Fostering Panel. Providing Duty and On-ca

A non-profit organization is seeking a Senior Supervising Social Worker to provide support to children and young people in foster families. Candidates must possess a recognized Social Work qualification and hold a valid UK Driving Licence.

A dedicated recruitment agency is seeking a full-time Social Worker to join the Fostering Team in Redbridge. Candidates must possess a relevant social work qualification and a management qualification, along with at least one year of supervisory experience.

An independent fostering agency in the United Kingdom is seeking a Fostering Social Worker with a Diploma/Degree in Social Work and a minimum of 3 years post-qualification experience.

A dedicated children's services provider in the United Kingdom is seeking a full-time specialist support role within their Placements Team.This position offers a flexible and hybrid working environment, where you will assess and approve foster placements while providing therapeutic support to famili

A leading children’s services provider in Greater London seeks a dedicated Social Worker. You need fostering experience, and a good understanding of childcare law and safeguarding regulations.

Qualified Social Worker, Fostering and Kinship Team. We are recruiting for experienced Social Worker to work in a Fostering and Kinship Team in Warwickshire Council.

An Independent Fostering Agency in England is seeking a Fostering Social Worker with at least 3 years of post-qualifying experience. The role involves completing Form F assessments and requires a Diploma/Degree in Social Work and a valid UK driving license.

Children’s Social Worker, Fostering, Supervising Social Worker, West Midlands. If you are a Social Worker and this is not the role for you, contact us about other roles including IRO (Independence Reviewing Officer), BIA (Best Interest Assessor), MASH, LAC, Children’s Social Work, Adult Social W

Blue Sky Fostering has a brilliant opportunity for a knowledgeable and experienced Supervising Social Worker to join the team in the Devon & Cornwall area, working in conjunction with our hub in Ivybridge. As a Supervising Social Worker, you will be responsible for the recruitment, assessment and ap

Qualified Social Worker with Social Work England registration. Social Worker - Adults Multi-Disciplinary Team. Work collaboratively with children’s social workers, education, and health professionals.

A social work organization is seeking a full-time Supervising Social Worker to join their fostering and kinship team in Windsor and Maidenhead. Ideal candidates will have experience in social work and a commitment to supporting new social work practitioners. This position plays an essential role in

A local fostering agency in the Devon & Cornwall area seeks a dedicated Supervising Social Worker for part-time (30 hours/week) work. Essential qualifications include a recognised Social Work qualification and current registration with Social Work England.

Job Opportunity: Social Worker at Family Centre.

Social Worker – Fostering Team (Kinship Focus). Liquid Personnel is seeking an experienced and compassionate Children’s Social Worker to join our client in the North East of England. Refer a Friend” bonus – get £500 for each social worker you refer who we successfully place*.

A fostering charity in the Wirral is seeking a Qualified Social Worker to manage placements and provide training and support for foster carers. The ideal candidate must be registered with Social Work England, have UK experience, and a degree in Social Work.

Be a qualified social worker registered with Social Work England. We have an exciting opportunity for a qualified Social Worker. Supervising social workers manage and support a caseload of foster carers to provide excellent care to ensure the best outcomes for children we care for and supporting car

A social work organization is seeking a Senior Supervising Social Worker for a permanent position covering East Ridings & North Lincolnshire. The role requires experience in Children's Social Work and ideally in a Fostering team.

Supervising Social Worker – Fostering Team. As a Supervising Social Worker, you’ll be part of a team that values innovation and provides unparalleled support to its foster carers, ensuring each child’s needs are met in a caring and nurturing environment. Collaborate closely with other professi

If you are a Social Worker and thisisn’tthe role for you, contact us about other roles including IRO, BIA, MASH, LAC, Children’s Social Work, Adult Social Work, Service Manager, Head of Service, Team Manager and Assistant Team Manager. Children’sSocial Worker,FosteringSupervisionTeam, Leiceste

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Supervising Social Worker for the Fostering Team located in Waltham Abbey. The ideal candidate will hold a Social Work Qualification, be registered with Social Work England, and demonstrate a strong understanding of relevant legislation.

A local government council in England is seeking a Qualified Social Worker for its Fostering Team. Applicants should possess a relevant social work qualification and experience in child welfare.

A reputable social work agency in the UK is looking for a Social Worker specializing in fostering. Successful candidates must have a degree in Social Work and relevant registration.

If you are a Social Worker and this isn’t the role for you, contact us about other roles including IRO, BIA, MASH, LAC, Children’s Social Work, Adult Social Work, Service Manager, Head of Service, Team Manager and Assistant Team Manager. Children’s Social Worker, Fostering Supervision Team, Le

We are Looking for a Locum Kinship Social Worker to join our Fostering Service. This role requires a Social Work Qualification with a minimum of 3 years post qualified experience. A degree within Social Work (Degree/DipSW/CQSW) with a minimum of three years' experience working in a Children setting

The Assessing Social Worker will be a dedicated and experienced Social Worker with a degree in Social Work and relevant registration. Job Title: Assessing Social Worker. With over 20 years experience, National Fostering Group is the largest independent children’s fostering group in the UK with a c

Weve got an exciting opportunity for a Supervising Social Worker as part of our Fostering Service within Children’s Social Care. Work closely with the Placements team, childrens social workers and other relevant professionals to match children with fostering households. Join Children Social Ca

The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in Children's Social Work, particularly within a Fostering team, along with a valid Diploma/Degree in Social Work. A reputable recruitment organization is seeking a qualified Social Worker to handle a caseload in West Yorkshire.

A new fostering agency in the Greater London area seeks a passionate social work manager to lead the development of their operations. The ideal candidate will have current social work qualifications and HCPC registration.

As the ideal Social Worker, you will have previous fostering recruitment experience. As the Social Worker, you will contribute to the recruitment of foster carers.

A recruitment agency is seeking a permanent Supervising Social Worker based in Greater London. Applicants must hold a professional Social Work qualification and understand relevant legislation.

A fostering services provider in the UK is seeking an experienced practitioner to join the Fostering & Kinship team. This role requires a social work qualification and registration with Social Work England. You will be responsible for recruitment, assessment, and supervision of fostering families, f