Fostering Social Worker
Quick answer
Action for Children is hiring a home-based Fostering Social Worker in Northeast England (requiring travel) paying £38,000 per annum to support foster carers and children who have experienced trauma.
- Role
- Fostering Social Worker
- Organization
- Action for Children
- Location
- Northeast England (Home based with travel)
- Work setup
- Hybrid
- Level
- Mid
- Compensation
- £38,000 per annum
- Category
- Programs & Operations
The role
Action for Children is seeking a Fostering Social Worker in the Northeast region of England to support foster carers and children who have experienced trauma. The role involves providing professional supervision, conducting complex assessments, and ensuring regulatory compliance while working within a therapeutic framework. Candidates must be registered with Social Work England.
What you'll do
- Provide professional supervision and developmental support to fostering families
- Conduct complex assessments of applicants to foster
- Support fostering families caring for children with a history of trauma
- Perform fostering reviews and provide high-quality analytical reports
- Ensure all regulatory body requirements are met
- Participate in an out-of-hours foster service on a rota basis
What it takes
- Social Work qualification
- Source of transport to travel across the Northeast area
- Social Work England Registered status
- Experience in fostering is preferred but not required
- Ability to manage work to deadlines and regulatory requirements
- Strong commitment to a therapeutic framework
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Over 7 weeks inclusive paid leave, professional training opportunities, flexible maternity/paternity/adoption packages, up to 5% employer contribution, life assurance cover, Blue Light Card eligibility.
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located and what is the work setup?
The role is based in Northeast England, with a home-based setup that requires regular travel to support foster carers in the region.
What is the compensation for this position?
The salary is £38,000 per annum.
What are the key qualifications required for the candidate?
Candidates must have a Social Work qualification and be registered with Social Work England. A means of transport to travel across the Northeast area is also essential.
10/27 - What is the deadline for applying or when will the role be active until?
The contract is fixed-term until September 1, 2027.
How to apply
Apply directly on Action for Children's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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