Form F Assessor

Role: Form F Assessor

Salary: £2,000 + Expenses

Location: Multiple locations throughout the UK

At Polaris Community, we are passionate about providing the best outcomes for every child in our care. As we expand our independent fostering services, we are on the lookout for dedicated Independent Form F Assessors to support our fostering teams across the UK.

If you are an empathetic and qualified social worker with a knack for producing high-quality analytical assessment reports, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!

As a Form F Assessor, you will play a crucial role in safeguarding the futures of foster children. Your primary responsibility will be to assess prospective foster families, ensuring they are well-suited for the children and young people placed with them.

To excel in this role, you will need to:

• Produce and present high-quality, evidence-based analytical fostering assessments.
• Have a solid understanding of child care legislation, including the Children Act 1989, Fostering and Adoption Act 2002, and relevant National Minimum Standards.

We are looking for candidates who meet the following criteria:

• Qualified social worker with significant post-qualification experience in foster parent assessment.
• Registered with your country's applicable social work council (e.g., SWE, SSSC).
• Willing to obtain professional indemnity insurance.
• Available to attend a mandatory induction day and training sessions.
• Have unrestricted access to your own transport and are willing to travel.
• Pass statutory and company checks as part of the assessment process.
• Ideally, have completed and presented at least one Form F Assessment to Panel.

Working at Polaris is more than just a job; it's about making a meaningful impact every day. With a team of over 1,000 talented individuals, we are committed to transforming the lives of the 3,500 vulnerable young people in our care.

As one of the largest providers of children's services in the UK, we offer a wide range of services and a nurturing community that collaborates to achieve the best outcomes for every child. We are ambitious for our children, families, and staff, and we believe in their futures.

Joining the Polaris Community means you will have the opportunity to work with various local and national fostering brands. We value your application and aim to connect with all candidates within a week of submission.