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Fostering Social Worker

United Kingdom, Swansea 30.50 - 38.43 GBP / Hour · Job Posted July 06, 2026
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Supervising Social Worker - Foster Wales Swansea (Temporary Contract) Location: The Guildhall, Swansea (Hybrid: Office-based Tuesday to Thursday, remote Monday and Friday) Contract: 3 months initially, with potential extension until 31 March 2026 ... Pay: £30.50 per hour (PAYE) / £38.43 per hour (Umbrella) Randstad is proud to partner with Swansea Council to recruit Supervising Social Workers within the Foster Wales Swansea team. This is a great opportunity to join a committed and supportive fostering service, dedicated to achieving the best outcomes for children and young people across Swansea.

Job Responsibility

  • Support and supervise foster carers to ensure the highest standards of care for children and young people
  • Undertake assessments, reviews, and reports in line with fostering regulations and statutory guidance
  • Contribute to the ongoing development and delivery of the fostering service
  • Work collaboratively with colleagues across the Council and partner agencies
  • Manage a caseload effectively, combining office-based and remote work

Requirements

  • Qualified Social Worker with a Social Work Degree or equivalent qualification
  • Registered with Social Care Wales
  • A minimum of 2 years' post-qualifying experience working with children and families in the UK
  • Experience in fostering or children's services, with the ability to work independently and start promptly
  • A current and valid DBS check

What we offer

  • Training and education
  • A full range of free training e-learning courses are available
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