Job Title: Social Work Assistant Team Manager
Specialism: Fostering
Location: Hayes, UK
Salary: £46,000 - £48,000 per annum
Type: Full-time
We are on the lookout for a compelling and effective Social Work Assistant Team Manager to join our dynamic Fostering Team based in Hayes, UK. This is a full-time opportunity with a rewarding annual salary of £46,000 to £48,000. Your role will involve working within our innovative fostering division, renowned for their supportive community and commitment to enhancing the lives of foster children and carers. It's a fantastic chance to showcase your leadership skills and make a significant impact on the fostering journey.
Perks and benefits:
- Full-time stability: Enjoy a consistent and meaningful workload within a secure role.
- Professional development: Access a wide range of training opportunities to keep your skills sharp and up to date.
- Supportive environment: Work within a nurturing culture that encourages creativity and collaboration.
- Health and wellbeing: Benefit from comprehensive programmes designed to support your wellbeing.
- Generous leave: Take advantage of a strong holiday allowance to maintain a healthy work-life balance.
What you will do:
- Consider future approval of Foster Carers and present cases to the Fostering Panel, ensuring fostering standards meet the highest quality.
- Conduct timely and thorough Foster Carer Reviews in line with guidance, chairing reviews after complaints or child protection enquiries when necessary.
- Collaborate with the team to provide an enhanced quality service and support foster carers effectively.
- Lead reviews of foster carers' households, ensuring alignment with care plans for young people based on the Five Outcomes.
- Ensure that foster carers' reviews are child-centred, involving consultations with children and young people, shared carers, and social workers.
- Evaluate the progress and placements of the previous year and set a Personal Development Plan for each foster carer.
- Guarantee each fostering household has a Safer Caring Agreement tailored to the children and young people in their care.
- Work alongside Independent Reviewing Officers where appropriate to strengthen plans and provide support.
Knowledge, skills, and experience:
- Possession of a CQSW, Diploma in Social Work, Degree in Social Work, or recognised equivalent, and registration with Social Work England.
- At least three years of post-qualifying experience in Children and Family Services, with specific experience or training in Family Placements.
- Comprehensive knowledge of the Children Act 1989 and Fostering Minimum Standards and Regulations 2002.
- Strong ability to facilitate effective participation in meetings, ensuring the voices of foster carers and children are heard.
- Proficiency in time management, IT skills in CHARMS, and the ability to communicate effectively with children and adults.
Hayes is not just a place to work but also a fascinating area to live in. With its rich history and vibrant community, there is always something new to explore. Enjoy a perfect mix of urban buzz and tranquil parks, all with excellent transport links to London. Make this vibrant town your next career destination!
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