Cardiff SW
Cardiff Council
Role
Who You Are
Cardiff Fostering Service is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Supervising Social Worker to join our supportive and experienced team. A degree in Social Work (or equivalent) is essential, and candidates must be registered with Social Care Wales. Experience working with foster carers and knowledge of relevant legislation and regulations are required.
What the Job Involves
This rewarding role involves recruitment, assessment, support, and supervision of foster carers and kinship fosters. Responsibilities include building relationships with carers, undertaking comprehensive assessments, gathering information for robust assessments, and producing high-quality reports for various decision-making forums. The role also involves developing tailored support plans, collaborating with children's social workers, and contributing to care and permanence planning.
Skills
- Assessment skills
- Report writing
- Knowledge of relevant legislation
- Partnership building
- Presentation skills
- Creative problem-solving