Fostering Social Worker-Kinship Assssments

Fostering Social Worker - Havering - £39.04 per hour umbrella

We are currently seeking an experienced Fostering Social Worker to join a team in Havering, supporting the assessment and approval of prospective kinship carers.

This role is to carry out kinship viability assessments.


Key Responsibilities:

Undertake kinship viability assessments in line with relevant legislation, policies and procedures.
Complete thorough assessments of prospective kinship carers, identifying strengths, risks and support needs.
Prepare clear, analytical assessment reports and recommendations.
Work collaboratively with children, families, social workers and other professionals.
Ensure the child's welfare and best interests remain central throughout the assessment process.
Maintain accurate and timely case records and documentation.

Requirements:

Social Work qualification and Social Work England registration.
Relevant experience within fostering, kinship care, connected persons or children's social care.
Strong assessment and analytical skills.
3 years post qualification experience in a permanent social worker role
Experience undertaking viability assessments is highly desirable.
Ability to work independently and manage a varied caseload.

If you're an experienced Social Worker with strong kinship assessment experience and are looking for your next opportunity in Havering, we'd love to hear from you.

Don't forget...Eden Brown Synergy offers a £250 referral bonus for Social Workers. If this role isn't for you but you know someone suitable, ask them to get in touch. £250 could be on it's way to you! Your expert recruitment consultant is Becky Dewis, call today on (phone number removed) or email (url removed) Eden Brown Synergy is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. Eden Brown Synergy is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

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