We adopt a ‘name blind’ approach to shortlisting. Recruiting managers will not have access to personal information, including your name and contact details, until a shortlisting decision has been made - please note that this also includes any CV uploaded. Equality monitoring information is not accessible by recruiting managers at any stage. /*generated inline style */ Organisation   Kirklees /*generated inline style */ Directorate   Children & Families /*generated inline style */ Service Area   Resources, Improvement & Partnerships /*generated inline style */ Hours   37 /*generated inline style */ Number of Jobs   1 /*generated inline style */ Location(s)   Across Kirklees /*generated inline style */ Position type   Permanent /*generated inline style */ Grade   Grade 12 /*generated inline style */ Salary  

£45,091- £47,181

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We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Social Worker to join our dynamic fostering recruitment team. This is a rewarding opportunity to play a vital role in identifying, assessing, and supporting prospective foster carers who can provide safe, loving homes for children in need.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead on the recruitment of foster carers through community engagement, events, and campaigns.Complete initial visits and assessments (Form F) of prospective carers.Deliver training and preparation groups for applicants.Work collaboratively with marketing and communications teams to develop recruitment strategies.Build strong relationships with local communities and partner agencies to promote fostering.Provide ongoing support and guidance to applicants throughout the assessment process.

What We’re Looking For:

Qualified Social Worker with current Social Work England registrationExperience in fostering, children’s services, or recruitment is desirableStrong understanding of safeguarding, permanence planning, and relevant legislation (e.g., Children Act 1989, Fostering Regulations)Experience in completing complex assessments.Excellent analytical writing skills and a sensitivity to the complex dynamics of foster care.A flexible, strengths-based approach that puts children and families at the centre of practiceExcellent communication and interpersonal skillsAbility to work independently and as part of a supportive teamPassionate about improving outcomes for children and young people

It’s great to work in our team because:

we all work together to assess and retain carers and achieve better outcomes for childrenthere’s lots of opportunity to work together, use your own initiative and learn whilst on the jobyou'll build a positive and supportive relationship with all of your peerswe have a great sense of team workwe have a high retention rate of staffthere’s a clear pathway to progress your careeryou'll have regular reflective supervision meetingsour team members feel that their manager invests in them

Ready to inspire change?

Apply now and help us find the foster carers of the future.

The interviews are expected to take place: Monday 8th and Tuesday 9th September 2025. 

/*generated inline style */ html body [inline_imp][inline_imp][inline_imp][style_hash_0ed937380c2252c044bc2bf68c3a4c91][style_count_1] {Display: none !important; !important;} Zoe Prince is the manager for this role, please contact them on 01484 221000 for an informal discussion, or if you need any more information.  /*generated inline style */ This job is subject to a DBS check at the appropriate level, please refer to the Job Description/Profile.  A conviction may not exclude candidates from appointment but will be considered as part of the recruitment process. /*generated inline style */ We know there’s a wealth of talent among people who have a disability and we encourage applications from people with all differing abilities. So, if you need any support completing an application form, or any other format for the application or Job Description please contact the Recruitment Team for help by email: jobs@kirklees.gov.uk or phone: 01484 221000 and ask for ‘Recruitment’. /*generated inline style */ We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable adults and children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. /*generated inline style */ Closing date  

24 August 2025, 11:55 PM

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