North West, England, UK

Children's Services

Contract

Reference 3384

Fostering Social Worker – Support & Supervision | Liverpool City Council | £40 per hour

Sheldon Phillips are working in partnership with Liverpool City Council to recruit an experienced Fostering Social Worker to join their Support and Supervision Team. This role focuses on supporting foster carers who have recently been assessed and approved under Regulation 24 arrangements, ensuring children are provided with safe, stable, and nurturing placements.

As a Fostering Social Worker, you will provide ongoing support, supervision, and guidance to foster carers caring for children under Regulation 24 arrangements. You will work closely with children, families, and partner agencies to promote positive outcomes and placement stability.

Key Responsibilities

Provide supervision and support to foster carers approved under Regulation 24.
Undertake foster carer reviews and contribute to fostering panel processes where required.
Ensure carers receive appropriate training, guidance, and support.
Complete statutory visits and maintain accurate case recordings.
Work collaboratively with children's social workers and multi-agency professionals.
Monitor placement stability and identify support needs at an early stage.
Ensure all practice is in line with fostering regulations, national standards, and safeguarding procedures.

Benefits

Competitive rate of £40 per hour.
Opportunity to work within a well-established fostering service.
Flexible and supportive working environment.
Manageable caseloads.
Access to regular supervision and professional support.

Requirements

Social Work England registration.
Qualified Social Worker status.
Previous fostering experience is essential.
Direct experience supporting foster carers approved under Regulation 24 arrangements.
Strong knowledge of fostering legislation and statutory guidance.
Excellent assessment, communication, and relationship-building skills.