Children’s Senior Social Worker Fostering #OR21236

Job Description

Our Fostering Kinship Team comprises of a Team Manager, Managing Practitioner, Senior Practitioners, Social Workers, and Family Support Workers.

We are proud of our restorative approach to social work – a way of working that is firmly embedded in our team culture and management style. Collaboration and reflection are at the heart of how we practice: senior managers are always available for guidance and support, especially when navigating complex cases.

The Role

We are seeking a skilled, experienced, and compassionate Senior Social Worker to join our Kinship Assessment Team. 

In this vital role, you will take the lead in completing comprehensive assessments for Kinship Carers and Special Guardianship Order (SGO) support plans, often those involving additional complexity. Your work will help ensure that children are able to remain safely within their family networks wherever possible.

You will work collaboratively with children, families, and professionals to deliver high-quality, evidence-based assessments that reflect each child’s needs and promote long-term stability and permanence. As a senior member of the team, you will also provide peer support, mentoring, and guidance to colleagues, contributing to a culture of shared learning and professional growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Undertake comprehensive connected persons (kinship) assessments, including viability assessments and Special Guardianship reports.

• Engage with families in a sensitive, respectful, and inclusive manner, identifying both strengths and areas for support.

• Present assessments to fostering panels and contribute to care planning discussions and decision-making.

• Work in close collaboration with colleagues across fostering, safeguarding, and legal teams to ensure a coordinated approach.

• Support the development and promotion of best practice in kinship care across the service.

• Provide mentoring, guidance, and reflective support to less experienced staff as required.

• Have a minimum of 3 years post qualifying experience.

Please note: This is a long-term temporary position with an immediate start available — perfect for experienced professionals ready to make an impact without delay.

What’s on offer:

• Excellent, competitive pay rates – paid weekly

• Supportive management team with approachable, experienced leaders

• A desirable location with great transport links

• A stable, well-resourced, and encouraging working environment

Why join Semester.co.uk?

• Free ongoing CPD and training opportunities to enhance your skills

• Competitive rates of pay with prompt, reliable payments through our in-house payroll

• Enhanced DBS processing included

• Dedicated, friendly consultant offering tailored support

• Access to a wide range of opportunities in your chosen location

Ready to take the next step?
Click ‘Apply’ now to express your interest in this role, or explore other exciting opportunities with Semester.co.uk.