Senior Social Worker – Kinship

Senior Social Worker – Kinship - Slough - £40.80 Hourly

Step into an exciting opportunity in Slough with us as a Senior Social Worker specialising in Kinship. At Slough Children First, we pride ourselves on offering exceptional support and flexible working arrangements, allowing you to make a real difference in children's lives. We are looking for a social worker who embodies integrity, approachability, and authenticity. If this sounds like you, we want to hear from you.

As a Senior Social Worker, you will ensure that children placed with Regulation 24 Family and Friends foster carers are safeguarded. You will also make sure that foster carers are well-informed of their responsibilities according to standards, regulations, and procedures, all while providing guidance and support. You must be Social Work England registered, with a professional social work qualification and substantial post-qualification experience in fostering, along with an understanding and experience of the Special Guardianship Order (SGO) process and assessments.

Perks and benefits:

• Competitive pay of £40.80 per hour, reflecting the importance and value of your work in the community.
• Flexible working arrangements to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance, catering to both full-time and part-time preferences.
• Access to excellent training and professional development opportunities to keep you at the forefront of social work practice.
• A robust support network to ensure you thrive in your role with ongoing supervision and team collaboration.
• Vibrant community and location in Slough, offering cultural diversity and proximity to London.

What you will do:

• Ensure children placed in foster care are well protected and foster carers understand their roles fully.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with foster carers and the children in their care.
• Supervise a caseload of foster carers, providing assessments and ensuring adherence to timelines and standards.
• Engage in direct work with children to understand their experiences within the placement.
• Provide support and guidance to foster carers in managing children's challenging behaviour and emotional needs.
• Coordinate planned breaks for foster carers and ensure their needs and concerns are addressed.
• Collaborate with partners and stakeholders to incorporate the child's voice in all care aspects.
• Manage and report concerns, responding to care plans and facilitating changes for children’s best interests.
• Ensure foster carers receive relevant training and resources for effective caregiving, focusing on children’s education and future preparation.
• Maintain and update relevant administrative systems and reports in a timely manner.
• Participate actively in supervision, appraisals, and team meetings, providing office and out-of-hours duty cover as required.
• Uphold safeguarding practices and adhere to all Slough Children First policies and national legislation.

Living in Slough comes with its unique flair and benefits. Known for its rich cultural tapestry, it offers great places to live, easy access to London for big city experiences, and a community-oriented environment perfect for both work and leisure. If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact, join us at Slough Children First and embark on a rewarding journey.

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