Supervising Social Worker – Fostering Kinship Team

Supervising Social Worker within the Fostering Kinship Team in Worcestershire, earning £33.30 per hour. This ongoing locum opportunity offers both part‑time and full‑time flexibility, allowing you to support kinship foster carers while maintaining a healthy work‑life balance. This is a rewarding role where you will help ensure children in kinship arrangements receive safe, stable, and nurturing care environments.

Job Details

Job Title: Supervising Social Worker – Fostering Kinship TeamSpecialism: Social Worker – Children (Fostering)Location: Worcestershire, UKSalary: £33.30 per hourType: Ongoing, Part Time / Full Time

Perks and benefits

• Part Time / Full Time: Choose flexible working hours that align with your lifestyle and commitments.
• Hourly Pay: Earn £33.30 per hour, offering strong financial reward and flexibility.
• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy the freedom of locum work, allowing you to manage your schedule effectively.
• Professional Development: Access training opportunities to enhance your expertise in fostering and kinship care.
• Networking Opportunities: Work collaboratively with a range of professionals across children’s services.

What you will do

• Foster Carer Support: Provide regular supervision and guidance to kinship foster carers to ensure high standards of care.
• Relationship Building: Develop strong, trusting relationships with carers, children, and families.
• Assessment: Carry out assessments of prospective kinship carers and prepare detailed reports for fostering panels.
• Safeguarding: Promote the safety, welfare, and development of children, responding effectively to safeguarding concerns.
• Care Planning: Contribute to care and permanence planning, supporting stable placements.
• Multi-Agency Working: Collaborate with partner agencies to deliver coordinated support for children and carers.
• Quality Assurance: Maintain accurate records and support service improvement initiatives.
• Service Development: Contribute to enhancing fostering services and outcomes for children.

Why Worcestershire

• Natural Beauty: Enjoy access to the stunning Malvern Hills and picturesque countryside.
• Community Feel: Experience a welcoming and family-friendly environment.
• Great Connectivity: Benefit from easy access to Birmingham and other major cities.
• Work-Life Balance: Combine meaningful work with a relaxed and scenic lifestyle.

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