Due to an increase in the looked after children population we are looking for a qualified Social Worker who will have the skills and experience to complete viability reports and family and friends assessments.

You will have the experience in the following:

, Experienced Social Worker in fostering, preferably with safeguarding experience
, Experience in completing form C fostering assessments.
, Experience in presenting assessments to the fostering panel.
, Experience of completing viability, kinships and SGO assessments.
, Good working knowledge of fostering regulations/legislation and National Minimum Standards.
, Ability to work to court timescales.
, Ability to work closely with the local authority child care and legal teams.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Qualified Social Worker with relevant degree or equivalent qualification


• Registered with Social Work England


• Experience working with vulnerable children


• Ability to work independently and within a team


• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills


• Full enhanced DBS

How to Apply:

If you are interested in applying for this role please submit your CV via email to oscar.morgan@servicecare.org.uk or call 01772 208964 to discuss the role with me directly.