Social Work QA Officer - Home and Futures Fostering Team

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Job Title: Social Work Quality Assurance Officer
Specialism: Home and Futures Fostering Team
Job Location: West Sussex (UK)
Salary: £61.47 Hourly
Salary Type: Ongoing

Join our vibrant team in the Home and Futures Fostering Team as a Social Work QA Officer. This exciting and ongoing opportunity awaits you in the picturesque landscapes of West Sussex. In this role, you will support the fostering team to ensure that the highest standards of social work practice are maintained. Whether you prefer full time or part time work, we have options that will fit your lifestyle.

Perks and benefits:

• Hourly Salary: Enjoy the flexibility and financial benefits that come with an hourly salary. This ensures you’re rewarded for every moment of your expertise.
• Work-Life Balance: With options for full-time or part-time work, you can tailor your career around your lifestyle and personal commitments.
• Professional Growth: As part of a forward-thinking team, you will have opportunities to engage in training and professional development to enhance your skills.
• Networking Opportunities: Collaborate with internal teams and external partners, expanding your professional network and opening doors to new opportunities.

What you will do:

• Quality assure fostering assessments, annual reviews, and case records, ensuring high standards of practice are consistently met.
• Conduct comprehensive audits of case files and documentation, ensuring compliance with legislation, fostering regulations, safeguarding requirements, and organisational policies.
• Diligently monitor the quality and timeliness of recording, statutory visits, reviews, and other key social work processes.
• Provide constructive feedback and support, guiding social workers and managers to improve practice and service delivery.
• Prepare detailed audit findings, quality assurance reports, and performance data for management and regulatory purposes.
• Play a key role in preparing the service for inspections, ensuring evidence of good practice and compliance is available.
• Identify emerging trends, risks, and areas for improvement, and contribute to service development and continuous quality improvement initiatives.
• Promote best practice by assisting with policy development, training, and the implementation of quality standards.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to achieve positive outcomes for children, young people, and foster carers.
• Ensure safeguarding concerns, complaints, and incidents are appropriately monitored, reviewed, and acted upon in line with statutory guidance.

West Sussex offers an excellent quality of life. With its charming countryside, historic towns, and vibrant community, it is a great place to live and work. The area promises a perfect blend of tranquility and exciting career opportunities. Come make a difference with us in this vibrant setting!

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