Special Guardianship & Private Fostering Social Worker

As a key member of the Kinship Support Team, you'll combine hands-on practice with leadership responsibilities, supporting both families and fellow practitioners. You will:

• Lead on Special Guardianship support, private fostering, and therapeutic funding (ASGSF)
• Provide guidance and informal supervision to colleagues
• Oversee support plans and case progression to improve outcomes for children
• Monitor performance, data, and service delivery
• Work closely with families, carers, and partner agencies
Key Responsibilities Leadership & Practice Support
• Offer day-to-day advice, guidance, and coaching to team members
• Champion trauma-informed and restorative practice
Special Guardianship (SGO)
• Lead and develop the SGO support service
• Provide expert advice and direct support to carers
• Ensure timely responses through duty systems
Therapeutic Support (ASGSF)
• Manage funding applications and assessments
• Work with therapeutic providers and manage demand
• Ensure high-quality, timely submissions
Private Fostering
• Act as the service lead for private fostering
• Promote awareness and ensure statutory compliance
• Work with families and professionals to safeguard children
  
  We are looking for an experienced and passionate Social Worker to join our Kinship Support Team, helping children and families thrive through stability, strong relationships, and high-quality support., A qualified Social Worker with current registration
• Experienced in children's social care, particularly kinship or fostering
• Knowledgeable in Special Guardianship, kinship care, and private fostering
• Confident supporting or guiding other practitioners
• Skilled in assessment, analysis, and report writing
• An excellent communicator who thrives in partnership working