Children's SSW - Fostering Team - Wakefield
Join our dedicated Fostering Team in Wakefield as a Children's Social Worker (SSW) and make a meaningful impact on the lives of children and families in our community. In this rewarding role, you will be responsible for assessing, planning, and delivering high-quality social work services to children in foster care. Your expertise will help ensure that each child receives the support and guidance they need to thrive in a safe and nurturing environment.
Your key responsibilities will include:
- Conducting comprehensive assessments of children and families to identify needs and develop tailored support plans.
- Collaborating with foster carers, schools, and other professionals to ensure the best outcomes for children.
- Monitoring and reviewing the progress of children in care, making necessary adjustments to support plans as required.
- Providing training and support to foster carers to enhance their skills and knowledge.
- Maintaining accurate and up-to-date case records in compliance with local authority policies and procedures.
The ideal candidate will possess essential qualifications and skills, including:
- A recognized social work qualification (e.g., CQSW, DipSW, or equivalent).
- Registration with the relevant professional body (e.g., Social Work England).
- Proven experience in children's social work, particularly within a fostering or child protection context.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport with children and families.
- Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage a varied caseload effectively.
In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a range of benefits to support your professional development and well-being, including ongoing training opportunities, flexible working arrangements, and a supportive team environment. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and families, we invite you to apply for this fulfilling role in our Fostering Team.
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Children's SSW - Fostering Team - Wakefield
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