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Join our dedicated Fostering Connected Care team in Blackpool as a Qualified Social Worker (QSW) and make a meaningful impact on the lives of children and families. We are seeking a passionate and skilled professional to support our fostering initiatives, ensuring that children in care receive the best possible support and guidance. This role offers a competitive rate of £41 per hour, allowing you to thrive both professionally and financially.

As a Qualified Social Worker in our team, you will have a variety of key responsibilities and duties, including:

Conducting assessments to identify the needs of children and foster families. Developing and implementing care plans in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams. Providing ongoing support and supervision to foster carers and children. Ensuring compliance with legislation, policy, and best practice standards. Maintaining accurate and up-to-date records and documentation.

To be successful in this role, you must possess essential qualifications and skills, including:

A recognized social work qualification (e.g., Degree in Social Work, DipSW, or equivalent). Registration with Social Work England. Experience in fostering or child protection services. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work collaboratively within a team and manage a caseload effectively.

In addition to a rewarding work environment, we offer several benefits to our team members, such as flexible working arrangements, access to professional development opportunities, and a supportive management structure. If you are committed to improving the lives of children and families and have the experience and qualifications we seek, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity in Blackpool today.

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Join our dedicated team as a Children's Social Worker in the Fostering Team in Blackpool, where you will play a vital role in improving the lives of children and young people in care. In this dynamic position, you will work collaboratively with foster families, children, and multi-agency partners to ensure the best outcomes for those in our care. Your passion for making a difference will be the driving force in providing support and guidance to foster carers, while ensuring the well-being of children is always at the forefront.

Key responsibilities in this role include:

Conducting assessments of foster carers and ensuring they meet the required standards. Developing and implementing care plans tailored to individual children's needs. Providing ongoing support and supervision to foster families, including training and guidance. Collaborating with local authorities, schools, and health services to ensure holistic support for children. Maintaining accurate and up-to-date records in accordance with statutory requirements.

The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications and skills:

A recognized social work qualification (e.g., Degree in Social Work, DipSW, or equivalent). Registration with Social Work England. Experience in children's social work, particularly within fostering or adoption services. Strong communication skills and the ability to build relationships with children, families, and professionals. A sound understanding of child protection legislation and safeguarding practices.

In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a range of benefits to support your professional development and well-being, including:

Access to ongoing training and career progression opportunities. A supportive work environment with regular supervision and peer support. Flexible working arrangements to promote work-life balance. Generous annual leave and pension contributions.

If you are a passionate and committed social worker looking to make a meaningful impact in the lives of children and families, we would love to hear from you. Apply today to be part of a team that values dedication, compassion, and excellence in social work practice.

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