Advanced Practitioner - Fostering

Advanced Practitioner (Qualified Social Worker) - Fostering Kinship Team - Southend

Job Advert:

Southend-on-Sea City Council is seeking a full-time permanent Advanced Practitioner to join its Fostering Kinship Team. This is a fantastic opportunity for experienced professionals with at least 3 years of current fostering experience and Advanced Practitioner status.

In this role, you will:

Deliver high-quality assessment, intervention, and therapeutic services to children and families
Manage complex cases and provide specialist advice and consultation
Conduct holistic assessments considering education, health, and social needs
Ensure compliance with statutory requirements and council policies
Attend team meetings, participate in duty days, and contribute to continuous improvement

Key Details:

Salary: £46,142-£52,413 (no movement - please inform candidates before submission)

Location:

Southend-on-Sea
Working Pattern:
Hybrid - 2-3 days on-site weekly, approx. 3 duty days/month
Requirements:
Must have 3+ years fostering experience, be an Advanced Practitioner, hold a valid UK driving licence, and have access to a carThis role offers the chance to lead and shape fostering practice within a supportive and forward-thinking team.

For more information on this role or for a discussion about Social Work opportunities across England and Wales please contact Gemma at Caritas Recruitment - (url removed) / (phone number removed)

Caritas Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy