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Torbay Council

Social Worker – Fostering

Torbay Council

. Work with foster families, kinship foster carers, children and young people .

Posted 10/30/2026full-timeTorquay • United KingdomJuniorMid-Level💰 £41,403 - £44,188 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in child protection, safeguarding, and fostering practices, with a strong understanding of relevant legislation and ethical professional standards. Capable of conducting assessments, mentoring others, and collaborating with partner agencies to support children and families effectively.

Highest-signal resume keywords
Social Work Degree QualificationQualified Social Worker Registered With Social Work EnglandExperience In Child Protection And Court WorkKnowledge Of Child Care LegislationExcellent Interpersonal And Communication Skills

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Hard Skills
Fostering AssessmentsRisk AssessmentsSafer Caring PlansFostering Supervision VisitsChild Development KnowledgeAssessment FrameworksSocial Work Theory And MethodsMediation SkillsNegotiation SkillsProblem Solving Skills
Soft Skills
Interpersonal SkillsCommunication SkillsMentoring SkillsCrisis ManagementEthical Professional Practice
Certifications & Qualifications
Membership Of Social Work EnglandEnhanced Criminal Record CheckBarred List Check
Industry Keywords
Fostering National Minimum StandardsFostering RegulationsChildren's Act 1989Anti-Discriminatory PracticeContinued Professional Development

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Work with foster families, kinship foster carers, children and young people
  • Undertake fostering and kinship assessments
  • Complete fostering annual reviews
  • Complete fostering supervision visits
  • Contribute to fostering training and support groups
  • Develop safer caring plans
  • Undertake risk assessments
  • Work closely with partner agencies to safeguard children and create lasting change
  • Mentor others and promote ethical professional practice
  • Report to the Team Manager

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Social Work degree qualification, e.g., Dip SW, CQSW, CSS or equivalent
  • Membership of Social Work England
  • Commitment to continued professional development
  • Significant post qualification experience of working with children and families in the context of current legislation and government initiatives
  • Experience of complex Child Protection cases and Court proceedings under the Children’s Act 1989
  • Qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England
  • ASYE completed
  • Minimum 2 years post-qualification experience in child protection, safeguarding or court work
  • Confidence working within statutory frameworks and managing risk
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
  • Skills in mediation, negotiation and problem solving
  • Ability to assess situations with clarity and sensitivity and act professionally in crisis situations
  • Ability to implement anti-discriminatory practice
  • Ability to mentor others while upholding ethical principles and professional values
  • Good understanding of activities delivered by the Authority and partners for children, young people and families
  • Knowledge of Social Care policies and procedures, Fostering National Minimum Standards and Fostering Regulations
  • Knowledge of child care legislation and National Guidance
  • Advanced knowledge of child development, attachment theory, anti-discriminatory practice, assessment frameworks, social work theory and methods
  • Ability to fulfil all spoken aspects of the role with confidence and fluency in English
  • Enhanced Criminal Record Check plus an additional Barred List Check
  • This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Relocation package up to £11,000
  • £1,500 Golden Hello
  • Annual retention payments up to £1,500
  • Market Supplement of up to £929
  • Student loan repayment support
  • Professional subscription support
  • Discounts with over 750 retailers
  • Subsidised parking
  • Cycle to Work Scheme
  • Health Cash Plan
  • Financial wellbeing support
  • Supportive, reflective supervision
  • Manageable workloads
  • Strong learning and development offer
  • Clear career progression opportunities