We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Kinship Fostering Supervising Social Worker to join our team in Darlington.... Read more
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Kinship Fostering Supervising Social Worker to join our team in Darlington. This is a unique opportunity to play a pivotal role in supporting kinship carers and ensuring the welfare of children in need. With a competitive pay rate of £27.56 per hour (Umbrella), you will be part of a dynamic environment committed to making a positive impact in the lives of families and children.
As a Kinship Fostering Supervising Social Worker, your key responsibilities will include:
Conducting assessments and home visits to evaluate the suitability of kinship placements. Providing ongoing support, guidance, and supervision to kinship carers. Developing and implementing care plans in collaboration with families and other professionals. Ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and safeguarding policies. Maintaining accurate records and preparing reports for court and panel presentations.To be considered for this role, you must possess the following essential qualifications and skills:
A recognized social work qualification (e.g., Degree in Social Work, DipSW, CQSW). Registration with Social Work England. Proven experience in fostering, child protection, or family support. Strong interpersonal and communication skills to build rapport with families and stakeholders. Ability to manage a caseload effectively and work independently.In addition to the competitive hourly rate, we offer a supportive work environment with opportunities for professional development and training. You will also benefit from flexible working arrangements, access to employee assistance programs, and a chance to make a meaningful difference in your community. If you are passionate about supporting families and children, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding position.
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Join our dedicated and compassionate Children's Social Work Fostering Team in Darlington, where you will play a vital... Read more
Join our dedicated and compassionate Children's Social Work Fostering Team in Darlington, where you will play a vital role in supporting vulnerable children and their families. We are seeking a qualified and experienced Social Worker who is passionate about making a difference in the lives of children in foster care. In this rewarding position, you will work collaboratively with foster families, children, and multidisciplinary teams to ensure the best outcomes for those in your care.
Your key responsibilities will include:
Conducting assessments and developing care plans for children and young people in foster placements. Providing ongoing support and supervision to foster carers, ensuring they have the resources and guidance needed to provide a nurturing environment. Building strong relationships with children, families, and external agencies to promote effective communication and collaboration. Participating in court proceedings and contributing to reports and documentation as necessary. Monitoring and evaluating the progress of children in foster care, making adjustments to care plans as needed.To be successful in this role, you must possess the following essential qualifications and skills:
A recognized social work qualification (e.g., Degree in Social Work, DipSW, or equivalent). Registered with Social Work England. Experience working within children's social work, particularly in fostering or family support. Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport with children and families. Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage a caseload effectively.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 professional development opportunities. Flexible working arrangements to promote work-life balance. A supportive team environment with regular supervision and peer support. Generous annual leave and pension scheme.If you are a motivated and empathetic Social Worker looking to make a real impact in the lives of children and families, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our Fostering Team in Darlington and help us create brighter futures for our children!
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📍 Darlington💼 Locum Opportunity 🕒 Full-time | Hybrid working availableI'm currently working with a forward-thinking Adult Social Care... Read more
📍 Darlington
💼 Locum Opportunity
🕒 Full-time | Hybrid working available
I'm currently working with a forward-thinking Adult Social Care team in Darlington who are looking to appoint an experienced Learning Disabilities & Autism Social Worker to join their service.
This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a genuinely lovely, supportive team that is making a real difference to the lives of adults with learning disabilities and autism, supporting them to achieve positive, person-centred outcomes.
🔎 Please note: there is a strong focus on clearing a backlog of Care Act Assessments, so this role would suit someone confident, organised, and able to hit the ground running.
About the RoleYou will play a key role in delivering statutory social work responsibilities, working with adults across Darlington to safeguard and promote independence using a strength-based approach.
This is not a role for newly qualified workers - you will be trusted with complex cases and expected to contribute to wider service delivery during a busy period.
Key ResponsibilitiesManaging a caseload of complex adults with learning disabilities and/or autismUndertaking a high volume of Care Act Assessments to support backlog reductionCompleting reviews and safeguarding enquiriesPromoting independence, wellbeing, and personalised outcomesWorking collaboratively with families, carers, and multi-agency partnersTaking a lead role in complex case management and decision-makingSupporting service delivery during a period of increased demandWhat We're Looking For✅ Qualified Social Worker (ESSENTIAL)
✅ Social Work England registered
✅ Proven post-qualified experience in Adult Social Care
✅ Strong background in Learning Disabilities and Autism
✅ Confident managing complex caseloads and safeguarding work
✅ Comfortable working at pace to clear outstanding assessments
✅ Strong understanding of strength-based, person-centred practice
With over 20+ years' recruitment experience, I take a straightforward, honest approach - no pushy sales, just genuine support to help you find the right role.
✅ Access to exclusive roles not on the open market
✅ Honest advice and tailored interview prep
✅ Ongoing support throughout your contract
✅ £300 referral bonus if you recommend a colleague
For more information or to apply, contact:
Davina Cripps
📞 07385 031109
📧 [email protected]
If this one isn't quite right, still get in touch - I work with a range of Adult Social Work opportunities across the UK.
Caritas Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
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Darlington, England, United KingdomTemporary
📍 Darlington 💼 Locum Opportunity🕒 Full-time | Hybrid working availableI'm currently working with a forward-thinking Adult Social Care... Read more
📍 Darlington
💼 Locum Opportunity
🕒 Full-time | Hybrid working available
I'm currently working with a forward-thinking Adult Social Care team in Darlington who are looking to appoint an experienced Learning Disabilities & Autism Social Worker to join their service.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a team making a genuine difference to the lives of adults with learning disabilities and autism, supporting them to achieve positive, person-centred outcomes.
About the RoleYou will play a key role in delivering statutory social work responsibilities, working with adults across Darlington to safeguard and promote independence using a strength-based approach.
This is not a role for newly qualified workers - you will be trusted with complex cases and expected to contribute to wider service development.
Key responsibilities include:
Managing a caseload of complex adults with learning disabilities and/or autismUndertaking Care Act assessments, reviews, and safeguarding enquiriesPromoting independence, wellbeing, and personalised outcomesWorking collaboratively with families, carers, and multi-agency partnersTaking a lead role in complex case management and decision-makingContributing to team development, best practice, and service improvementWhat We're Looking For✅ Qualified Social Worker (ESSENTIAL)
✅ Social Work England registered
✅ Proven post-qualified Social Worker experience (Adult Social Care)
✅ Strong experience working with Learning Disabilities and Autism
✅ Ability to confidently manage complex cases and safeguarding work
✅ Experience working within a strength-based, person-centred framework
With over 20+ years' recruitment experience, I take a straightforward, honest approach - no pushy sales, just genuine support to help you find the right role.
✅ Access to exclusive roles not on the open market
✅ Honest advice and interview prep tailored to you
✅ Ongoing support throughout your contract
✅ £300 referral bonus if you recommend a colleague
For more information or to apply, contact:
Davina Cripps
📞 07385 031109
📧 [email protected]
If this one isn't quite right, still get in touch - I work with a range of Adults Social Work opportunities across the UK.
Caritas Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
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Darlington, England, United KingdomTemporary
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