Children's Social Worker - Fostering

Locum Supervising Social Worker – Fostering (Children's Services)
£35.00 per hour
Wigan Council
Contract: Locum | Full-time
I am looking for experienced Supervising Social Worker to join the Fostering Team at Wigan Council on a locum basis. This is an exciting opportunity for a qualified professional with a strong background in fostering and statutory requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Hold a caseload of foster carers and provide regular supervision and support
• Undertake annual foster carer reviews
• Attend and contribute to all associated meetings including LAC reviews, strategy meetings, and placement planning meetings
• Complete relevant training and CPD
• Participate in fostering panel as required
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records

Requirements:

• Qualified Social Worker with current registration with Social Work England
• Significant post-qualifying experience in fostering services (experience essential)
• Strong understanding of fostering regulations, safeguarding, and statutory frameworks
• Ability to manage a complex caseload and meet deadlines
• Excellent communication and report-writing skills

Additional Information:

• Thursdays are designated office days for all staff
• Duty days are also office-based
• Hybrid working pattern available outside of these designated days
• Supportive team environment with structured supervision

If you are a confident and capable fostering social worker ready for your next locum assignment - get in touch today and apply! Alternatively please contact me on 01772 208964 or email me oscar.morgan@servicecare.org.uk

Service Care Solutions offer a referral bonus of £350.00 - if this vacancy isn't suitable for you but you know an experienced social worker who is interested, once referred and placed we can offer a fantastic bonus package.