Social Worker - Frostering team - Devon
We are seeking a qualified Social Worker to join a dedicated Fostering Team in Devon. This is an opportunity to contribute to the assessment, support and development of foster carers, while helping to secure safe, stable and nurturing homes for children and young people who cannot live with their birth families.
You will manage a varied caseload and undertake fostering assessments in line with relevant legislation, regulations and professional standards. Your responsibilities will include preparing clear, evidence-based reports, presenting recommendations to fostering panels, completing statutory visits and reviews, and ensuring that records are accurate, timely and fully up to date. You will also contribute to the ongoing supervision, training and development of foster carers.
Working closely with children, young people, carers, families and partner agencies, you will promote positive outcomes and ensure that children’s voices, needs and wishes remain central to planning and decision-making. The role involves responding to complex situations, identifying risks, providing professional advice and participating in safeguarding processes where required. You will build effective working relationships across social care, education, health and other services.
Applicants must hold a recognised Social Work qualification and be registered with Social Work England. You will have sound knowledge of fostering practice, safeguarding procedures, relevant legislation and child development, together with experience of assessment, care planning and partnership working. Strong written and verbal communication skills, sound professional judgement and the ability to work independently are essential. A current driving licence and access to suitable transport may be required for travel across the area.
You will join a supportive professional environment offering regular supervision, opportunities for continuing professional development and the chance to make a meaningful difference to children and foster families. If you are committed, reflective and passionate about achieving positive outcomes for children, we welcome your application.
Social Worker - Frostering team - Devon
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Added 09/11/2026
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Added 10/11/2026
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Added 09/11/2026
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Added 09/11/2026
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Added 09/11/2026
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Social Worker - LAC team - Brent
Added 06/11/2026
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Added 06/11/2026
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Added 06/11/2026
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Added 06/11/2026
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Added 06/11/2026
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