Fostering Social Worker (Experienced)

£42,324 - £47,532 + £5,000 R&R | Hybrid Working | Barkingside, East London

Redbridge Council is recruiting an experienced Social Worker to join our fostering service with a focus on the supervision and ongoing support of foster carers. This is an opportunity to build lasting relationships with carers, ensure high-quality placements, and be directly involved in improving outcomes for children and young people.

This role is best suited to someone who is confident in managing a caseload of foster carers, understands the complexities of foster care, and is passionate about placement stability.

What we offer:

Salary from £42,324 to £47,532

£5,000 Recruitment and Retention Bonus

Hybrid working and flexible arrangements

Free parking at the office site

Convenient location near Barkingside Underground Station

Ongoing professional development

Key responsibilities:

Provide supervision and support to foster carers

Attend placement planning meetings and statutory reviews

Monitor standards of care and ensure compliance with fostering regulations

Participate in carer training and support groups

Promote placement stability and respond to carer queries and concerns

Requirements:

Qualified Social Worker with SWE registration

Experience in children's social care, ideally in fostering

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Ability to assess, plan and review effectively

A child-centred, outcome-focused approach

Closing date: 11th July 2025
Interview dates: 27th June, 16th & 17th July 2025

To apply, contact Phil at Ackerman Pierce on (phone number removed) or