Sessional Assessing Social Worker

Sessional Assessing Social Worker – Self‑employed Form F Assessor

Location:

Applicants must cover Walsall, Birmingham, Sandwell, Dudley, and South Staffordshire.

Role:
Self‑employed Form F Assessor – You will undertake Form F assessments face‑to‑face with prospective foster carers.

• Complete Form F assessments within the timescale set out in policy and guidance.
• Visit personal referees identified on the application form.
• Ensure all checks and references are completed.
• Provide regular written updates to the supervisor on draft assessments.
• Coordinate with the administrative team regarding administrative checks and completion of the Form
  
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• Be available for supervision, consultation, or liaison as required.
• Present completed Form Fs to the virtual fostering panel and support applicants through the process.
• Follow child protection procedures and report any concerns to a TACT manager, relevant placing authority, and the local authority immediately.
• Carry out duties in line with Foster Carer and Supervising Social Worker Standards and Practice Guidance.

• DipSW, CSS, or CQSW qualified and registered with the relevant regulatory body (Social Work England).
• Enhanced DBS check (to be arranged by TACT).

• £2,250 per Form F assessment / £37.50 per hour, plus £250 bonus for ‘panel ready’ assessments, plus £250 bonus for completion within 16 weeks, plus 45p mileage.
• £37.50 per hour for assessments not completed, and for any other pieces of work.

Closing date:
Tuesday 14th July 2026.