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.