Social Worker, Child Development​/Support

Sanctuary Personnel is hiring a permanent Supervising Social Worker to join the Fostering Team in Uxbridge, London. The role is full‑time and offers a salary of up to £38,000 per annum.

• Liaise with placing authorities and other professional services to ensure child care plans are followed.
• Undertake annual foster carer reviews and present findings to the fostering panel.
• Manage a caseload of approved and registered foster carers.
• Provide day‑to‑day support and guidance for foster carers.
• Participate in selecting and matching potential foster carers.
• Conduct assessments of prospective foster carers using the BAAF(F1) competency‑based assessment.
• Provide placement reports in accordance with Fostering Innovations practice and the placing authority.
• Gather evidence for the Training Support and Development Standards.
• Keep accurate records of all work in line with regulations and policy.
• Attend supervision, team meetings and staff development days.
• Collect and review feedback from foster carers.
• Assist in developing and delivering ongoing training for foster carers.
• Participate in carer team meetings and workshops.
• Support strategic business development to promote organisational growth.
• Seek continuous service improvement.
• Continue professional development.
• Engage fully in creative meetings for development.
• Build and maintain relationships with foster carers, placing authorities, social services and other professional organisations.
• Comply with finance policy regarding petty cash and staff expense procedure.

• Social work qualification and registration with Social Work England.
• Experience managing social work caseloads and supervising others.
• Experience in community and/or group work.
• Knowledge of children’s health and social care systems, agencies and relevant legislation.

To apply, send your CV and cover letter via the application link. Sanctuary Personnel is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applicants from diverse backgrounds. The position is open until filled; applications will be processed on a rolling basis.