Social Worker - Fostering Team in Carmarthenshire, Dyfed

JOB-20240819-db742659

Locum Social Worker within Fostering Team in Carmarthenshire UK - Earn £38.43 Hourly. Ongoing

Dive into a rewarding locum opportunity as a Social Worker in the Fostering Team located in the beautiful region of Carmarthenshire. You will be working full time, earning a competitive hourly rate of £38.43. Embrace the chance to make a significant impact on children's and families' lives while enjoying the flexibility and variety that come with locum work. This is your chance to take on meaningful work that blends both professional and personal fulfilment.

Perks and benefits:

- Hourly Salary: Enjoy the benefit of an attractive hourly rate allowing for increased financial control and flexibility.
- Variety of opportunities: With locum positions, you can experience a range of challenges and work settings, keeping your career fresh and exciting.
- Enhanced skillset: Immerse yourself in diverse roles and responsibilities to further develop your practitioner skills and broaden your professional experience.
- Work-life balance: Locum work often allows for more dynamic scheduling, giving you the freedom to plan your work around your life, rather than the other way around.

What you will do:

- Adhere to national legislation and guidelines while working within the Fostering Services Statement of Purpose, ensuring all departmental policies and procedures are upheld.
- Contribute actively to the Service's Business Plan and regularly monitor and review performance to ensure compliance with national minimum standards and best practices.
- Manage a caseload of approved foster carers or Family and Friends carers, providing regular supervision and support to identify their training and development needs.
- Conduct annual reviews on all approved foster carers to ensure conformity with statutory regulations.
- Recognise the placement needs of children in care to ensure appropriate matching and support with carers.
- Participate in team meetings and strategic business planning days, fostering effective teamwork and collaboration with childcare services and partner agencies.
- Attend LAC Reviews, and convene placement support meetings and end of placement reviews, assessing the ongoing needs of foster carers and the impact of fostering on their families.
- Offer support to foster carers' family members, particularly through the Sons and Daughters group, and maintain effective communication with children’s social workers and mentoring services.
- Collaborate with supervisors to identify your own professional development and training needs, achieving recognised levels of competency in childcare practice.
- Perform form F assessments, and involve yourself in the recruitment, training, and support of new carers.

Living and working in Carmarthenshire offers a delightful blend of natural beauty and vibrant culture. With its rolling hills, stunning coastline, and a vibrant community, Carmarthenshire is not only a great place to work but also a perfect place to live and explore. Enjoy the perfect work-life balance in this scenic haven, and make unforgettable memories both professionally and personally.

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