Senior Practitioner - Fostering Team
Content + Source + Freshness • 12 Dec 2025 • 95% confidence
Offer value
Valuable due to competitive hourly rate and experience across diverse settings, though locum positions may lack stability.
- Competitive hourly rate: £35/hour
- Flexibility to choose work assignments
- Exposure to different social work environments
- Varied levels of support and challenge in each role
Pros
- Competitive pay at £35/hour, reflecting expertise
- Ability to choose assignments that fit personal schedule
- Growth opportunities by experiencing various social care settings
Cons
- Locum roles may lack long-term job security
- Potentially challenging nature of social work tasks
- Needs continual adjustment to different service requirements
Who it's for
Mid-Level • Flexible locum
Good fit
- Experienced locum social workers
- Individuals valuing flexible work schedules
- Professionals seeking diverse career experience
Not recommended for
- New social workers without experience
- Candidates looking for permanent employment
- Those not used to adapting to changing work circumstances
Motivation fit
Key skills
About the job
JOB-20240819-db742659
Senior Practitioner within Fostering Team in Beverley, East Riding of Yorkshire UK offering a fantastic salary of £35 per hour. This is an ongoing contract that promises stability and a fulfilling full-time role.
This is an exciting opportunity to make a tangible difference in the community while growing your career in the rewarding field of social work. We are looking for a skilled Senior Practitioner to join our dedicated Fostering Team and contribute their expertise to improve the lives of children and families.
Perks and benefits:
- Competitive hourly pay of £35 that truly reflects your expertise and commitment.
- Flexibility of locum work allows you to enjoy work-life balance. Choose assignments that fit your schedule and lifestyle.
- Gain valuable experience across different settings, enhancing your skills and broadening your professional horizons.
- Work in a collaborative and supportive team environment where your contributions are valued and celebrated.
- Enjoy working in the picturesque town of Beverley, known for its rich history and vibrant community life.
What you will do:
- Assess and oversee the approval of foster carers, ensuring they meet all necessary standards and requirements.
- Provide ongoing support and supervision to foster carers, helping them maintain high levels of care.
- Collaborate with a team of social workers and other professionals to develop and execute care plans for children in foster care.
- Conduct comprehensive assessments of children's needs and make informed recommendations regarding their placements.
- Utilise your frontline experience to manage complex cases effectively and work towards positive outcomes for all parties involved.
Requirements of the Senior Practitioner:
- You must hold a degree or equivalent in social work.
- Current registration with Social Work England is essential.
- Extensive frontline experience working within UK Social Services is key to successfully fulfilling this role.
Nestled in the heart of the picturesque East Riding of Yorkshire, Beverley is not only a fantastic place to live but also offers a dynamic and supportive environment for professionals in the social care sector. Enjoy the charm of this historic market town, with its stunning architecture, cultural events, and a strong sense of community. Join us, and experience life and work in a place where you’ll find both professional fulfilment and personal enjoyment.
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