Form F Assessor

Join Our Team as a Form F Assessor!

Salary: £2,000 + Expenses

Location: Multiple locations throughout the UK

At Polaris Community, we are passionate about making a difference in the lives of children in our care. Our independent fostering services are dedicated to achieving the best outcomes for every child. As we expand our team, we are looking for empathetic and qualified social workers to join us as Independent Form F Assessors.

What Will You Do?

As a Form F Assessor, you will play a crucial role in safeguarding the futures of foster children. Your responsibilities will include:

• Conducting thorough assessments of prospective foster families.
• Producing high-quality, evidence-based analytical fostering assessments.
• Presenting findings in a clear and impactful manner.
• Staying informed about child care legislation, including the Children Act 1989 and the Fostering and Adoption Act 2002.

What Do You Need?

To thrive in this role, you should meet the following criteria:

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

Why Choose Polaris Community?

Working with us is more than just a job; it’s about achieving extraordinary things every day. Here’s what you can expect:

• Be part of a strong team of over 1,000 dedicated professionals.
• Make a meaningful impact on the lives of 3,500 vulnerable young people.
• Access to a variety of local and national fostering brands.
• Opportunities for growth and development within one of the largest providers of children's services in the UK.

We are ambitious for our children, families, and staff, and we believe in their futures. If you’re ready to make a difference, we can’t wait to hear from you! We aim to review applications and meet candidates within a week of submission.