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Our client Surrey council is looking for a Senior Social Worker to join their Fostering Kinship Team. Specific areas of work will vary depending on the team but will include: triage of contacts to the service to ascertain whether contacts from families, members of the community and partner organisations meet the threshold for a statutory social work assessment of significant impairment of a child's health/development or significant harm, with appropriate information from referrers and the consent of the family (except when over-ridden by a team manager to protect a child from further significant harm); to provide an assessment of the needs of family members, their strengths and any risks to children's health/development or significant harm to the child/ren and develop SMART plans that will meet the needs of family members and reduce risks to children, in conjunction with children and their families; to work with partners to meet those needs and monitor progress via child in need and core group meetings involving families, young people and relevant professionals. to conduct child protection investigations where a multi-agency strategy discussion considers there are grounds to believe the child has or is likely to suffer significant harm and to involve families in developing plans for change which will reduce the risk of significant harm and keep children in their families wherever possible. where children cannot be adequately cared for within their families or their families cannot be engaged to access services that would support them to change and the significant harm threshold is reached, to initiate discussions to seek agreement for s20 or initiate planned or emergency legal proceedings to ensure children are protected in line with departmental policy, procedures and relevant legislation. to work with colleagues in commissioning, fostering and adoption to identify high quality placements for children that will promote keeping children with their siblings and engage in timely care planning so children are placed in stable long-term homes where their health and development as well as education and training needs are supported and they can strengthen their resilience to lead a happy and stable adult life Casework Management Take professional responsibility as directed for managing a caseload which will include individuals, children, families and carers who require support and guidance. Enable them to identify their needs and plan support to meet those needs using the full range of options, seeking advice and support where appropriate. Demonstrate confident and effective judgement about risk and accountability in decision making. Assessment and Review Use assessment procedures discerningly in response to the presenting needs and to ensure that a proportionate assessment is completed in a way that enables maximum participation. Advice and Guidance Provide information, advice and guidance in line with current national legislation and to recognise the need for, and appropriately signpost to other agencies, services or providers. Safeguarding Understand the forms of harm and their impact on people and be able to identify safeguarding concerns. Where relevant and with support undertake assessment and planning for safeguarding. Staff Development Share and present professional knowledge and expertise with colleagues within the team. When appropriate provide professional reflective supervision to staff who are not professionally qualified. Benefits of working with Remedy A personal one-one service from your highly experienced dedicated consultant. Top tier supplier across London giving us first access to jobs Referral bonus - up to 250 per person placed. Double payrolls each week. Terms & Conditions apply You will be required to fully register with Remedy for all locum positions. Remedy Social Care is a APSCo Standard agency and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the vulnerable. Successful applicants will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure via the DBS. Our objective is to be an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from everyone with suitable skills and ability regardless of race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, gender, disability, sexual orientation, age, religion or belief. All applications will be accepted and reviewed solely on merit.

Our client North Yorkshire Council is looking for an Advanced Practitioner to join their Fostering service. Practice Supervisor in Fostering overseeing fostering assessment's of Kinship Carers. Ideally needing a candidate with management experience, experience of signing off assessment work, safeguarding, and fostering regulations and standards. Key skills To supervise Social Workers on a day to day basis to ensure the delivery of an effective social work service to children and their families in accordance with the relevant policies and procedures Modelling and facilitating reflective practice To promote professional development and quality evidence based practice through supervision and contributing to the annual appraisal of team members To ensure all assessments undertaken by the Team are based on clear accurate information and analysis - including direct involvement in some, more complex assessments To ensure all interventions are supported by clear plans which ensure the protection and development of the child or young person To manage risk and support social workers in managing risk Leading and mentoring colleagues in reaching appropriate decisions To assist the team manager to be able to make safe evidence based decisions relating to improving outcomes for children and families Provide leadership, advice and support to other professional staff in relation to complex cases and to be an active practice leader driving Signs Of Safety across social work practice Ensure professional decisions are made according to the highest standards, using an evidence base and stand up to scrutiny Provide appropriate challenge to the decisions of other staff within the team Benefits of working with Remedy A personal one-one service from your highly experienced dedicated consultant. Top tier supplier across London giving us first access to jobs Referral bonus - up to 250 per person placed. Double payrolls each week. Terms & Conditions apply You will be required to fully register with Remedy for all locum positions. Remedy Social Care is a APSCo Standard agency and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the vulnerable. Successful applicants will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure via the DBS. Our objective is to be an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from everyone with suitable skills and ability regardless of race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, gender, disability, sexual orientation, age, religion or belief. All applications will be accepted and reviewed solely on merit.

Our client Rochdale council is looking for a Children's Team Manager to join their Fostering Kinship team. We are seeking an experienced, motivated and nurturing Team Manager to lead our Connected Persons Team within Rochdale's Fostering Service. Kinship care is a growing and integral part of achieving permanence for children and young people, enabling them to remain connected to their family networks and communities. We are looking for an enthusiastic and resilient leader with a passion for family-led solutions, who can inspire and develop staff, drive high-quality practice and ensure children remain at the centre of all decision-making. As Team Manager, you will provide operational leadership and management oversight for a team of social workers undertaking Connected Persons Assessments, Regulation 24 assessments and viability assessments. You will be responsible for ensuring assessments are robust, analytical, relationship-based and completed within statutory timescales. You will support the team in presenting assessments to fostering panel and provide quality assurance to ensure high standards of practice are consistently achieved. The role will involve managing the team's involvement in court proceedings where required and providing guidance and support regarding complex cases and decision-making. You will oversee the support and supervision provided to Kinship Foster Carers, ensuring carers receive high-quality services that enable children to thrive within their family networks. You will lead a busy and dynamic team, ensuring effective allocation and oversight of work, including participation in duty arrangements relating to viability and Regulation 24 assessments. The successful candidate will promote a culture of reflective practice, learning and continuous improvement, supporting staff to develop their skills and confidence in delivering excellent outcomes for children and families. This is an exciting time to join Rochdale's Fostering Service. We have established two successful Mockingbird Hubs, a Supported Lodgings Service and continue to work closely with the No Wrong Door Hub. We are also committed to developing our carers through Secure Base, Therapeutic Parenting and PACE training, ensuring children and carers receive therapeutic and relationship-focused support. The successful candidate will have substantial experience within children's social care and a strong understanding of fostering, kinship care and permanency planning. You will possess sound knowledge of relevant legislation, fostering regulations, standards and guidance, together with a proven ability to manage performance, support staff development and drive service improvement. Experience of connected persons assessments, carer supervision and fostering practice would be highly advantageous. As a Team Manager, you will receive comprehensive support through regular supervision, professional development opportunities and access to a strong and supportive management team. We are committed to staff wellbeing and offer reflective supervision, flexible working arrangements where possible, excellent training opportunities and a healthy work-life balance. You will join a friendly, stable and highly experienced fostering service that is committed to delivering outstanding support to children, families and carers. This is a fantastic opportunity to lead a dedicated team at a time of continued growth and development within our Connected Persons Service. Benefits of working with Remedy A personal one-one service from your highly experienced dedicated consultant. Top tier supplier across London giving us first access to jobs Referral bonus - up to 250 per person placed. Double payrolls each week. Terms & Conditions apply You will be required to fully register with Remedy for all locum positions. Remedy Social Care is a APSCo Standard agency and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the vulnerable. Successful applicants will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure via the DBS. Our objective is to be an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from everyone with suitable skills and ability regardless of race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, gender, disability, sexual orientation, age, religion or belief. All applications will be accepted and reviewed solely on merit.