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Senior Social Worker - Fostering Team | Solihull MBC
Job Posted: 24 minutes ago
Salary: £ 30.57 - 33.3 / Hour
Job Type: Temporary
Location: Solihull, West Midlands
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Senior Social Worker - Fostering and Assessment Team
Location: Solihull (Chelmunds Place) | Hybrid working (1-2 days in office per week)
Council: Solihull Metropolitan Borough Council
Pay Rate: £30.57 per hour (MOU capped rate)
Contract: Full-time | Ongoing | Immediate start
About the Role
Solihull Metropolitan Borough Council (SMBC) is seeking an experienced and dedicated Senior Social Worker to join their Fostering and Assessment Team.
You'll be part of a skilled and supportive service that plays a vital role in recruiting, assessing, and supporting foster carers who provide safe, nurturing homes for children and young people.
This role focuses primarily on Form F Assessments, but you'll also have the opportunity to contribute to recruitment and supervision work as needed.
You will typically manage three assessments at a time, averaging around three visits per week, though this can vary depending on workload and complexity.
You'll work closely with a highly experienced team, including two Advanced Practitioners, within a collaborative environment that values reflection, quality, and child-centred practice.
Key Responsibilities
Undertake Form F Assessments of prospective foster carers to high professional standards.
Contribute to foster carer recruitment, including participation in visits and information sessions.
Support and supervise foster carers to ensure the delivery of safe, consistent, and high-quality placements.
Prepare clear, analytical, and evidence-based assessment reports for fostering panels.
Work in partnership with children, families, and professionals to ensure positive outcomes.
Maintain accurate and timely case recordings in line with SMBC procedures.
Participate in team meetings, reflective supervision, and service development discussions.
Requirements
Qualified Social Worker (DipSW, CQSW, Degree in Social Work, or equivalent).
Current registration with Social Work England.
Proven experience within fostering, assessment, or family placement
Strong understanding of fostering legislation, safeguarding frameworks, and care planning.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work independently, manage your own caseload, and meet deadlines.
Why Join Solihull MBC?
Hybrid working model - work-life balance encouraged.
Supportive and stable team with Advanced Practitioners available for guidance.
Opportunity to contribute to fostering recruitment and development.
High professional standards and reflective practice culture.
Easy access location - Chelmunds Place, Solihull.Why Work With Eden Brown Synergy:
DBS check processed and paid for
Referral bonus if you refer a colleague or friend
Bonus for finding your own job
Twice weekly payroll
Dedicated consultant support throughout your assignmentContact:
📧 Mayur Rabari - m.rabari @(url removed)
📞 (phone number removed)
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