Title: Children''s Social Worker - Fostering Team Knowsley Borough CouncilContract: £39.15 per hour (UMB) £29.77 PAYE 36 hours per week 3-month initial contractWorking style: Hybrid working - 3 days office / 2 days homeWe are working on behalf of Knowsley Borough Council an an exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Children''s Social Worker to join the Fostering Service.The Role This position sits within the Fostering Team and will focus primarily on undertaking a range of fostering assessments. The successful candidate will be confident managing assessment work autonomously and producing high-quality, analytical reports. Key responsibilities include:Completing Connected Carer Assessments (Form K)Undertaking Mainstream Fostering Assessments (Form F)Carrying out Viability AssessmentsCompleting Regulation 24 AssessmentsConducting Initial VisitsPreparing detailed, evidence-based assessment reports for panelRequirementsMinimum 3 years post-qualifying permanent experience within Children''s Services in a Local AuthoritySignificant experience within a Fostering ServiceStrong assessment and report writing skillsAbility to manage workload effectively and meet deadlinesSWE registrationWhat''s on OfferCompetitive rate of £39.15 per hour (UMB)36-hour working weekInitial 3-month contractHybrid working model (3 days office-based, 2 days remote)Supportive fostering service with established processesThis is an excellent opportunity for an experienced fostering social worker seek