Social Worker – Placement Team

Social Worker – Placement Team
Pay Rate: £38.50 per hour
 

About the Role:
Tower Hamlets is seeking a qualified Social Worker to join its Placement Team.

This is a unique opportunity to play a pivotal role in supporting Ofsted regulation and ensuring high standards of care, support, and safety in children’s homes.

About You:

The successful candidate will take a proactive approach in ensuring that children’s homes meet Ofsted’s minimum quality standards. This includes overseeing regulatory compliance, monitoring performance, and ensuring the safety and well-being of children in care. The post holder will also support the children’s placement team to identify appropriate homes for children and ensure placement stability.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support management in ensuring compliance with standards and regulations for homes/providers. Conduct inspections, audits, and track Ofsted outcomes. Visit homes to assess care quality and service standards.
• Maintain a quality assurance system to monitor homes, ensuring they meet required welfare standards. Ensure compliance documents are up to date and stored securely.
• Ensure homes adhere to health and safety regulations. Conduct risk assessments and provide guidance on best practices.
• Oversee the quality of support services, ensuring they meet individual needs and promote the well-being of children and young people.
• Evaluate financial packages offered by homes/providers and collaborate with teams to review financial plans.
• Support placement stability and develop stable, supportive environments for children, minimizing disruptions and ensuring continuity of care.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to ensure a holistic approach to care and enhance service delivery.
• Promote continuous improvement among providers, stay updated on regulations, and lead the development of a framework for regulating children’s homes.

Essential Skills & Qualifications:

• Social Work England registered and qualified.
• Proven experience in social work, particularly in compliance and quality assurance within regulated services.
• Strong knowledge of Ofsted regulations and child protection frameworks.
• Ability to monitor, evaluate, and improve service delivery in children's homes.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong organisational and report-writing abilities.
• Ability to maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with policies and procedures.

 

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