Have you got what it takes to support our dedicated Foster Carers?

Liverpool Children and Young People Services have high ambitions and are on an improvement journey to become outstanding. We have a new permanent locally based inspirational leadership team who have a fresh vision, dedicated to driving practice forward. It’s an exciting time to join us and be part of that change.

We are currently recruiting experienced social workers to join us in our Fostering Supervision and Support Service. You will have the drive and passion to deliver excellent services and improve outcomes to ensure a positive difference and brighter future for our children and young people.

You will have strong career background within children and families and have sound knowledge within Safeguarding and Fostering, as well as having comprehensive understanding of all fostering regulations and legislation statutory guidance and processes.

The role

You will manage a diverse, complex and varied caseload always being child centered in your approach. You will bring your knowledge and expertise to the role to work in order to make effective decisions and advise, supervise and support our foster carers in ensuring we offer the best stable placements for our children and young people.

You will ensure quality standards are maintained and champion good practice to reduce risks, building on strengths through effective internal and external communication and excel in purposeful effective partnership working.

Here’s what our foster carers say about our amazing team - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y5VuVemZd1M

‘I won’t pretend there aren’t hard times but with the support from family support workers and our social worker Martin, who’s been committed to us for the last ten years, it was plain sailing.’ Lynn and Saied, Foster Carers

"We’ve been supported from day one, and the young people are always engaging with support too. It’s like an extension of a big family." Tony and Debbie, Foster Carers

Why Liverpool?

We are proud of our world-famous thriving city with it’s rich culture, as well as affordable housing, good schools, beautiful green spaces – there’s really something for everyone!

If you would like any further information or an informal discussion, please contact Harriet Cadman via harriet.cadman@liverpool.gov.uk

This post is being re-advertised therefore previous applicants need not apply.