Social Worker - Fostering recruitment team

A Kent-based 'Good rated' Local Authority is looking for a Social Worker to join their Fostering Recruitment Team. You will contribute to the recruitment of foster carers. This role is a full-time, and permanent position.

Benefits for you as the Social Worker:

• Salary up to £46,600 per annum
• Local Government pension scheme
• Maternity pay
• Generous Annual leave
• Retention Payment - £2,000
• Progression Opportunities

The successful candidate will be the initial point of contact for any prospective enquirer or foster carer; meaning their ability to deliver an excellent 'first impression' is vital. Their experience, understanding and insight into the needs of children in care will support their undertaking of Initial Enquiries and Registration of Interests, whilst providing the prospective foster carer with factual information about fostering and the process, as well as offering guidance and advice as to their individual circumstances in relation to the impact of fostering.

You will be responsible for 'duty' and ensuring all enquiries are responded to within timescales, undertaking home visits and completing good quality Form F assessments. You will also support the line manager with the monitoring of enquiries, applications and the Stage 1 process.

Please follow the instructions on this website, or contact Tom McKenna on 07587 031100 or email tmckenna@charecruitment.com for further details and please do be sure to leave your contact details