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Children's Social Worker - Fostering

Children's Social Worker - Fostering

Service Care Solutions - Social Work

Posted 8 hours ago, valid for 10 days

Wigan, Lancashire WN2 5AJ, England

£35 per hour

Full Time

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Wigan Council is seeking an experienced Supervising Social Worker for their Fostering Team on a locum basis, offering £35.00 per hour.
The role requires a qualified professional with significant post-qualifying experience in fostering services.
Key responsibilities include managing a caseload of foster carers, conducting annual reviews, and participating in relevant meetings.
Candidates must have a strong understanding of fostering regulations and excellent communication skills.
This position offers a supportive team environment with hybrid working options and structured supervision.

Locum Supervising Social Worker – Fostering (Children's Services)£35.00 per hourWigan CouncilContract: Locum | Full-timeI am looking for experienced Supervising Social Worker to join the Fostering Team at Wigan Council on a locum basis. This is an exciting opportunity for a qualified professional with a strong background in fostering and statutory requirements.Key Responsibilities:

Hold a caseload of foster carers and provide regular supervision and support
Undertake annual foster carer reviews
Attend and contribute to all associated meetings including LAC reviews, strategy meetings, and placement planning meetings
Complete relevant training and CPD
Participate in fostering panel as required
Maintain accurate and up-to-date records

Requirements:

Qualified Social Worker with current registration with Social Work England
Significant post-qualifying experience in fostering services (experience essential)
Strong understanding of fostering regulations, safeguarding, and statutory frameworks
Ability to manage a complex caseload and meet deadlines
Excellent communication and report-writing skills

Additional Information:

Thursdays are designated office days for all staff
Duty days are also office-based
Hybrid working pattern available outside of these designated days
Supportive team environment with structured supervision

If you are a confident and capable fostering social worker ready for your next locum assignment - get in touch today and apply! Alternatively please contact me on or email me .ukService Care Solutions offer a referral bonus of £350.00 - if this vacancy isn't suitable for you but you know an experienced social worker who is interested, once referred and placed we can offer a fantastic bonus package.

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