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Join our dedicated team in South Gloucestershire as a Children's Social Worker within our Fostering Team, where you will play a vital role in improving the lives of vulnerable children and young people. As a qualified social worker, you will be responsible for assessing, planning, and implementing care packages that ensure the safety and well-being of children in foster care. Your expertise will help foster families provide nurturing environments, enabling children to thrive emotionally and socially.

Your key responsibilities will include:

Conducting comprehensive assessments of prospective foster carers and ongoing evaluations of placements. Developing and maintaining strong relationships with children, foster families, and other stakeholders. Creating and implementing tailored care plans that address the individual needs of children. Providing support and guidance to foster carers to enhance the quality of care provided. Ensuring compliance with statutory requirements and local policies in all aspects of your work.

The ideal candidate will possess the following essential qualifications and skills:

A recognized social work qualification (e.g., CQSW, DipSW, or equivalent). Registration with Social Work England. Experience in children's social work, particularly within a fostering or adoption context. Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with children and families. Sound knowledge of child protection legislation and fostering regulations.

In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a supportive working environment with opportunities for professional development and training. You will have access to a comprehensive benefits package, including flexible working arrangements, generous annual leave, and employee assistance programs. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and families, we invite you to apply for this rewarding position in our Fostering Team.

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We are seeking a dedicated and passionate Children's Social Manager for the Children with Disabilities (CWD) Team in South Gloucestershire. This interim position offers a unique opportunity to lead a committed team in delivering high-quality services to children with disabilities and their families. You will play a crucial role in ensuring that the needs of these children are met with compassion, professionalism, and adherence to statutory guidelines.

As the Children’s Social Manager, your key responsibilities will include:

Leading and managing a team of social workers and support staff to deliver effective services for children with disabilities. Overseeing case management processes, ensuring compliance with local and national policies. Developing and implementing strategies to improve service delivery and outcomes for children and families. Collaborating with external agencies, stakeholders, and families to promote a holistic approach to care. Providing supervision, support, and professional development for team members.

The ideal candidate will possess essential qualifications and skills, including:

A relevant social work qualification (e.g., CQSW, CSS, or equivalent). Proven experience in children’s social work, particularly with children with disabilities. Strong leadership and management skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate a team. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to engage effectively with children, families, and professionals. Sound knowledge of legislation, policy, and best practices related to children’s services.

In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a supportive working environment with opportunities for professional growth and development. You will have access to training programs, regular supervision, and the chance to make a real difference in the lives of children and families in South Gloucestershire. If you are a driven and compassionate leader looking to take on a rewarding challenge, we invite you to apply for this interim position today.

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