Childrens Social Care - Social Worker Are you an experienced Social Worker seeking a new opportunity to make a meaningful difference in children's lives? Hartlepool Borough Council is currently looking for a dedicated Childrens Social Care - Social Worker to join our Fostering Team on a 13-week contract. This role offers a supportive environment, manageable caseloads, and excellent opportunities for professional development.Childrens Social Care - Social Worker ResponsibilitiesAs a Childrens Social Care - Social Worker, your key responsibilities will include:

• Managing a manageable caseload of fostering cases to provide bespoke support to foster carers
• Recruiting, assessing, and supporting foster carers in accordance with fostering legislation, procedures, and compliance standards
• Building strong relationships with children, foster carers, and families to promote their wellbeing
• Applying the Secure Base Model within practice to ensure a child-focused approach
• Maintaining accurate case records and ensuring timely documentation
• Participating in ongoing training and development opportunities to enhance your skills
• Collaborating with a dedicated team of experienced practitioners and managers to ensure the best outcomes for children

Candidate RequirementsThe ideal Childrens Social Care - Social Worker will have:

• A recognized social work qualification and registration with Social Work England
• Strong knowledge of fostering legislation, procedures, and compliance
• Experience in recruitment, assessment, and support of foster carers
• Knowledge of the Secure Base Model and its application within practice
• Child-focused approach with excellent communication skills
• Ability to work effectively within a supportive team environment

Benefits of the Childrens Social Care - Social Worker Role

• 21.70 PAYE exclusive of holiday pay or 28.54LTD inclusive of holiday pay
• 13-week contract with the possibility of extension
• Very well supported and manageable caseloads
• Excellent training opportunities to develop your practice
• Positive and supportive organizational culture prioritizing staff wellbeing
• Newly qualified Social Workers receive targeted guidance and support
• Collaborative, motivated, and dedicated team environment

How to ApplyInterested candidates are encouraged to contact our recruitment consultant:Name: Delanie Heyes Email: .ukPhone:Join Hartlepool Borough Council as a Childrens Social Care - Social Worker and make a positive impact on children and families. We look forward to receiving your application!