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Supervising Social Worker – Kinship Fostering Team

Job Title: Supervising Social Worker – Kinship Fostering Team

Location: Oldham, UK

Salary: £40.00 Hourly

Contract: Ongoing | Full Time / Part Time Available

Social Worker required for an ongoing opportunity within the Kinship Fostering Team in Oldham. This is an exciting role for an energetic professional looking to support family and friends carers who provide homes for children unable to live with their birth parents. The position offers flexible full-time or part-time arrangements, allowing you to balance your professional commitments with your lifestyle.

• Manage a caseload of kinship foster carers, providing regular supervision and guidance
• Support carers in promoting positive attachments and managing children’s emotional wellbeing
• Provide practical advice on parenting, education, and child development
• Conduct thorough assessments of prospective kinship carers in line with statutory guidance
• Prepare detailed reports for fostering panels and support carers through the registration process
• Monitor placements to ensure the wellbeing and safety of children
• Identify and respond promptly to safeguarding concerns
• Collaborate closely with social workers, child services, and other professionals
• Maintain accurate and confidential case records
• Ensure compliance with statutory frameworks and local policies

• Degree in Social Work (BA / MA / DipSW)
• Registered with Social Work England (SWE)
• Experience in children’s social care, fostering, or kinship care is desirable
• Strong skills in assessment, supervision, and supporting carers

• Full Time / Part Time:
  Choose the working hours that suit your lifestyle, ensuring the perfect work-life balance
• Competitive Pay:
  Earn £40.00 per hour while making a meaningful difference in the lives of children and carers
• Professional Development:
  Access opportunities for training and career growth to enhance your skills and knowledge
• Networking Opportunities:
  Collaborate with a wide range of professionals across the sector, expanding your professional connections

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Apply today and make a lasting impact on children and kinship carers while earning £40.00 per hour in a flexible, rewarding Social Work role.

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