Job Title:Fostering Social Worker (Assessment Team)Location:Dorchester (Hybrid/Remote)Contract Type:TemporarySalary:£38.00 per hourAbout UsConnect2Dorset is a managed service agency owned by Dorset Council providing temporary, contract and interim opportunities into the Council. Our service is built on our values of ethical, trustworthy, and caring, and our profits are returned to our Local Authority shareholders.About the RoleYou will be joining a well-structured and organised team of around 30 individuals who are looking to grow the staffing levels. The role offers flexible working hours and has a supportive team culture with regular supervision on cases. This is an exciting opportunity to join a fast-paced and supportive team within Dorset Council.The team is involved in:Mainstream assessment and post-approval support. Kinship assessments (including Reg 24/Fostering/Special guardianship). Supported Lodgings assessment and support. Staying Put Run the Mockingbird model.Day to Day Activities: Plan own diary. Full team meeting once a month and assessment team meeting once a month. Take turn in duty rota. Complete approximately 4 kinship (fostering/SGO) assessments through to completion (3-4 months requirement to work between home and office).Required Experience and Qualifications: 3 years post qualification experience within the UK. Enhanced Children’s & Adults DBS/CRB (we can obtain for you). Eligibility to work in the UK. SWE Registered. Degree in Social Work (or equivalent). Fulfil the travel requirements of the role. Experience in Fostering and SG assessments. Experience of Assessing Kinship Carers by way of fostering and Special Guardianship. Familiarity with Coram Baaf forms. Experience of fostering post-approval work.Benefits:We have ample onsite parking with the opportunity for role progression and training for both permanent and temporary staff within the authority. Competitive pay rate offered.Please do not hesitate to contact our dedicated recruitment team if you have any questions or feel you have the requirements to fulfil this post. We offer a £250.00 referral bonus to anyone who is successfully placed in a new role.Connect2Dorsetis a trading style of Dorset & Kent Commercial Services LLP - A joint venture between Dorset Council & Commercial Services Kent Ltd. Connect2Dorset is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates. #J-18808-Ljbffr
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Fostering Social Worker