Fostering support team

Summary: Randstad Care is seeking an experienced Social Worker to join the Fostering Support Team at Durham County Council. The role involves supporting and supervising foster carers to ensure quality placements for children and young people. Key responsibilities include providing guidance, conducting assessments, and collaborating with other professionals in care planning. The position offers a competitive pay rate and opportunities for professional development.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide ongoing supervision, support, and guidance to foster carers
• Undertake regular visits, reviews, and assessments to ensure placement stability and child welfare
• Deliver training sessions and development opportunities to foster families
• Work collaboratively with other professionals in care planning and safeguarding processes
• Respond to placement issues, breakdowns, and provide crisis support where necessary
• Maintain accurate records and reports in line with statutory requirements
• Contribute to panel reports and attend fostering panels when required

Key Skills:

• Qualified Social Worker (BA, MA, DipSW or equivalent)
• Social Work England registration
• Previous experience in fostering, LAC (Looked After Children), or permanence teams
• Strong understanding of fostering regulations, National Minimum Standards, and statutory guidance
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
• Enhanced DBS check

Salary (Rate): 28.96

City: Durham

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: undetermined

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: Mid-Level

Industry: Other