Fostering social worker

at  Barnardos

We are looking for a social worker to join the North England Family Placement service (fostering team) based in Leeds. Key tasks include:

• Assessment of prospective foster carers and completion of assessment reports
• Attending relevant multi agency meetings such as CLA reviews, Placement Planning meetings and panels
• Monthly supervision and regular support to foster carers
• Timely recording and good communication with all professionals involved in placements
• Training delivery in both Group and Individual settings

The post holder will contribute as part of the team to the training and assessment of new carers, and to maintaining the office duty system. After a suitable induction period the post holder will join the Out of Hours support rota. Please note this is not a full job description; other duties and responsibilities are allocated within the team according to experience and particular skills.