Supervising Social Worker

We are working closely alongside a Local Authority in Cardiff to assist with the appointment of a Supervising Social Worker on a 3-month contract likely to be extended at clients discretion. Please apply with your CV for immediate consideration.

Rate of Pay: 27.00 - 35.68 per hour

Summary:

To undertake high-quality assessments for kinship carers and prospective Special Guardians supporting children to remain within their family networks wherever safe and appropriate. The role focuses on completing Connected Person Assessments and Special Guardianship Orders (SGO) ensuring informed decision-making and the best outcomes for children.

Responsibilities:

• Complete Connected Person Assessments and Special Guardianship (SGO) assessments including conversion assessments
• Assess suitability of kinship carers and existing foster carers
• Provide clear guidance on the differences and benefits of Kinship Fostering vs Special Guardianship
• Undertake comprehensive risk and needs assessments in line with statutory requirements
• Work closely with children families and multi-agency professionals

Qualifications:

• Degree in Social Work (or equivalent qualification)
• Registration with Social Work England

Essential Requirements:

• Experience in fostering kinship care or childrens social care
• Strong experience completing assessments and reports
• Knowledge of Special Guardianship Orders and fostering regulations
• Ability to manage a caseload independently
• Excellent communication and analytical skills

Please note:

• You should be available to work immediately or at a short notice.
• You should have right to work in U.K
• This role requires a Basic DBS

Disclaimer: Brackenberry Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. We are committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. Unless otherwise stated all of our roles are temporary though assignments can be and often are extended by clients on a longer term basis and can sometimes become permanent.

Important: We will interpret your application as being permission to submit your CV to this role (with the right to represent you) unless you advise us to the contrary. Your DBS must be either through us or be accompanied by a subscription to the DBS updating service.

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