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Job description

Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of children and families? Would you like to join an enthusiastic and passionate staff team where we believe every child deserves a safe, loving, and supportive home? We are currently recruiting a qualified social worker who has experience working with children in the care system. We know all children need loving, caring and dedicated adults in their life. That's why we work hard every day to find that family who can go on that journey with children and give them the future they deserve. About Us We are committed to providing exceptional fostering and adoption services to ensure that children find stability, security, and the opportunity to thrive. We work closely with families, carers, and professionals to create positive outcomes for children.

Responsibilities

• Assessment of prospective foster carers and adopters using the BAAF Form F and AAR frameworks.
• Attending multi-disciplinary meetings, Looked After Children reviews and panels.
• Regular supervision and support to foster carers and adopters.
• Timely recording and good communication with all professionals involved in children's lives.
• Pre and post-approval training delivery.
• Participation in the office duty system on a rota basis.
• Please see website for full details

Skills and Qualifications

Essential Skills

• Degree in Social Work/ Dip SW/ CQSW/ CSS.
• Registered with NISCC.
• Demonstrable experience of working with Looked After Children.
• Access to a car. A full driving licence and appropriate business insurance are also essential and evidence of these documents will be required if appointed.
• Please see website for full details

Desirable Skills

• Demonstrable experience of working in Fostering and Adoptions.
• Demonstrable experience of delivering training or presentation.