Social worker - fostering - Portsmouth

Reference: 3419622814_1750746559

Social Worker required for work within the Fostering Support Team in the Portsmouth area. 37 hrs a week with flexible working. Competitive rates of pay to £42ph depending on experience. The team has a strong management structure and stable team.

Hybrid role with 2-3 days in the office.

This role is within the Fostering Support Team the core business being support and development of approved mainstream and kinship Foster Carers.

Our service is committed to high standards and a culture of restorative practice. We are continuing to increase foster carer numbers and the menu of support to carers year on year. This is an exciting time to join Portsmouth City Council Fostering Service as we strive to further enhance outcomes for looked after children in the city an example of this is a number of staff are DDP trained. We are committed to professional development and the provision of training to staff. As a service we take pride in our work by valuing others, focusing on whats important so that we make a real and positive difference.

We are seeking a qualified and suitably experienced Social Worker to join our Fostering Service. This is an ideal opportunity to develop specialist knowledge within the fostering sector. You will have the autonomy and responsibility to really make a difference.

You will be Social Work England registered, ideally a driver with access to own car and able to reside and work in the UK

As an Eden Brown Synergy candidate, you can take advantage of our competitive service offering: * Dedicated personal and professional service. * Free DBS check. * CV review service. * Interview advice. * Competitive rates of pay. * Post-placement follow up meetings.

To discuss this role or any other Qualified Social Care roles in South please contact Kelly Stock at Eden Brown on 0117 910 3809/07800 543 641 or email your CV to:

Eden Brown Synergy is an equal opportunities employer.

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£42.00 - £42.00
Per hour
Up to GBP42.00 per hour

Portsmouth

Full Time

Added 24/06/2025
Reference: 3419622814_1750746559

Social worker - fostering - Portsmouth

Portsmouth
Full Time

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