Social Work Assistant - Hereford, United Kingdom - Young People at Heart
Young People at Heart
Hereford, United Kingdom
Verified Company
2 weeks ago
Description
Young People at Heart
is different:
- We are a family run, not-for-profit fostering organisation,
- We have outcomes for young people at the heart of everything we do.
We offer the following benefits:
- Working as part of a motivated, childfocused team
- Competitive salary
- Pension scheme
- Optin private medical & wellbeing scheme
The role will include:
- Supporting Supervising Social Workers in and around Hereford / Worcester
- Supporting Foster Carers in their care of children and young people
- Deliver the best outcomes for children and young people in foster care
- Safeguarding children and young people
- Direct work with young people, organising events for foster carers and/or children on a regular or ad hoc basis
About You
- Qualifications and experience of working with children and young people are desirable
- A strong desire to support vulnerable children and young people achieve their best outcomes is essential for this post
- Able to respond flexibly and quickly in times of crisis to support foster carers with the challenges of looked after young people
- Be IT literate
- Full driving licence and your own transport.
Job Types:
Full-time, Permanent
Salary:
£20,820.00-£25,000.00 per year
Application question(s):
- Direct Work with Children
Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence (required)
Work Location:
In person