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Fostering Social Worker (Kinship)
Job Posted: 12 hours ago
Salary: £ 38 - 38 / Hour
Job Type: Temporary
Location: Dorchester, Dorset
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Job Title: Qualified Social Worker (Fostering)
Location: Dorchester (Dorset)
Contract Type: Temporary, FT. 37 hours
Salary: £38.00 per hour (umbrella)
Type: Hybrid/Remote working
About Us:
Connect2Dorset 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 50% of our profits are returned directly to Dorset Council for investment in frontline services.
About the Role:
You 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 are 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. The successful candidate will also participate in the team duty rota.
Required Skills and Qualifications:
Enhanced DBS for Children's and Adults (we can obtain for you)
Eligibility to work in the UK
SWE (HCPC) Registered
Degree in Social Work (or equivalent)
Minimum 3 years post qualified experience within an English Local Authority
Have access to a car and be willing to travel
Demonstrable experience of working within the framework of the Children Act 1989, Care Planning Regulations 2010, Fostering Regulations 2011, National Minimum Standards and other relevant legislation, Statutory guidance, Standards and Procedures.
Knowledge and experience in the application of relevant theoretical frameworks, practice models, research findings and the application of psychological and human development theories. Benefits
£500 welcome bonus (paid after 12 weeks) T&C's apply, Dorset Council has ample onsite parking, with the opportunity for role progression and training for both permanent and temporary staff within the authority as well as competitive rate of pay.
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 £500.00 referral bonus to anyone who is successfully placed in a new role.
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Connect2Dorset is 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 candidatesBefore You Apply
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