Job Opportunity with TACT: Supervising Social Worker

Location: Newcastle to the Tees Valley

Salary: £31,764 p.a. + £750 Homeworking Allowance p.a + £1,500 OOH Allowance p.a.

Hours – 35 Hours per Week

Fixed Term Contract – 12 Months

Closing Date: 07/10/2024

Interview Date: 17/10/2024

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Come and join the TACT Yorkshire & North East team and be part of our amazing team of professionals whose vision is to provide better lives for our children and young people. 

The main role requirements for this role include:

• An appropriate social work qualification
• Up-to-date registration with Social Work England
• Post-qualifying experience in fostering/family placements or other childcare settings
• Suitable experience in supporting and supervising 10-12 foster families to meet the complex needs of the looked-after young people
• A proven track record in working with and on behalf of children, respecting and maintaining their individuality and promoting their positive development.
• Experience in group work and/or delivery of training.
• Up-to-date knowledge of relevant legislation including the Fostering National Minimum Standards and Fostering regulations.
• Suitable experience of working with/supporting looked after children and their foster carers.
• Ability to prioritise, plan and self-organise efficiently.
• Capable of using electronic records systems and IT effectively, including participating in virtual meetings and webinars.

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