Mou - Childrens Social Care - Social Worker

Childrens Social Care - Social Worker (Mou)

Are you an experienced Social Worker looking for an exciting contract opportunity in Childrens Social Care? We are currently seeking a dedicated Childrens Social Care - Social Worker to join a dynamic team, supporting the regional Pathfinder Hub to deliver high-quality services for vulnerable children and families. If you have a solid background in fostering, kinship, or adoption, and possess excellent communication skills, this could be the perfect role for you.

Job Title: Childrens Social Care - Social Worker

Location: [Insert Location]
Employment Type: Contract
Salary/Pay Rate: Competitive, to be discussed at interview

Candidate Responsibilities

As a Childrens Social Care - Social Worker, your main responsibilities will include:

• Implementing the regional Pathfinder Hub initiatives to support prospective foster carers effectively.
• Providing sound advice and guidance to prospective foster carers, ensuring best practices are followed.
• Demonstrating excellent knowledge of the Children Act 1989 and applying this legislation in your daily work.
• Working collaboratively with children, foster carers, parents, and other professionals to promote the welfare of children.
• Utilizing your experience in fostering, kinship, or adoption to match children with suitable carers.
• Contributing to family finding and matching processes to ensure children are placed with appropriate and caring families.
• Maintaining accurate case records and completing documentation in line with organisational standards.
• Attending team meetings, case conferences, and case reviews to ensure ongoing communication and coordination.

Candidate Requirements

• Qualified Social Worker (CQSW, DipSW, or equivalent).
• Proven experience working within fostering, kinship, or adoption fields.
• Sound knowledge of the Children Act 1989.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Current DBS check and relevant registration with social work governing bodies.

Benefits

• Competitive pay rate, to be negotiated based on experience.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Opportunity to make a real difference in children's lives.
• Supportive team environment.
• Potential for contract extension or further opportunities.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should contact Jane Smith at recruitmentsocial@agency.com or call 07123 456789 for more information. Please send your updated CV, demonstrating your relevant experience in Childrens Social Care, particularly fostering, kinship, or adoption.

Join us today as a Childrens Social Care - Social Worker and contribute to meaningful change in children's lives through your expertise and dedication!