Social Worker - Fostering Sanctuary Personal

Join us as a Social Worker within Fostering in the vibrant town of Hartlepool, UK, earning £28.54 hourly on an ongoing, full-time basis. This thrilling opportunity invites you to become a part of a forward‑thinking team dedicated to making a genuine difference in the lives of children and foster carers. As a Social Worker with a focus on fostering, you will be able to draw from your expertise in the recruitment, assessment, and support of foster carers while benefit ting from well‑supported and manageable caseloads within Hartlepool Borough Council’s Children Services.

• Work‑Life Balance: Enjoy the benefits of locum work with flexibility in your schedule, allowing you to balance your professional and personal life seamlessly.
• Training Opportunities: Access excellent training opportunities designed to enhance your practice and enable you to confidently utilize the Secure Base Model in your work.
• Supportive Environment: Become a part of a nurturing and motivational team that prioritises staff wellbeing with visible management and an excellent culture of support and development.
• Career Development: Benefit from a highly positive culture that encourages the support and guidance of newly qualified Social Workers, offering you a platform to grow and enhance your career development.

• Engage in the recruitment, assessment, and support of foster carers to ensure they provide the highest quality care to children in need.
• Stay informed with fostering legislation, procedures, and compliance to maintain the highest standard of service.
• Deliver tailored support to foster carers, ensuring each receives bespoke guidance and care.
• Contribute to fostering a supportive environment for newly qualified Social Workers, aiding their development and growth.
• Maintain detailed records and communicate effectively with foster carers, team members, and other stakeholders.
• Practice the embedded Secure Base Model, ensuring consistency and quality in service delivery.

Hartlepool is not just a place of work but a wonderful community in which to live. Enjoy striking coastal views and a rich maritime history alongside modern amenities and a lively social scene. Immerse yourself in a supportive community with plenty of activities and opportunities to grow both professionally and personally. Make Hartlepool your home and embark on this fulfilling career journey with us!

Sanctuary Personnel is a trusted and award‑winning agency for roles. With an ‘Excellent’ rating on Trustpilot from over 1,000 reviews and many prestigious industry awards, we are dedicated to finding you the best possible rates in roles that match your skills and experience.

Excellent 1,038 reviews on