Form F Assessor

Salary: £2,000 + Expenses

Location: Multiple locations throughout the UK

Join Us at Polaris Community!

At Polaris Community, we are passionate about delivering 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!

What Does a Form F Assessor Do?

As a Form F Assessor, you will play a crucial role in safeguarding the futures of foster children. Your primary responsibility will be to conduct thorough assessments of prospective foster families, ensuring that children and young people are placed in safe and nurturing environments.

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, National Minimum Standards for Fostering Services, and Fostering Services Regulations.

Are You the Right Fit?

To join our team, you must meet the following criteria:

• Be a qualified social worker.
• Have significant post-qualification experience in relevant Foster Parent assessment work.
• Be 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 and taken to Panel at least one Form F Assessment previously.

Why Choose Polaris Community?

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 and ambitious individuals, we are dedicated to transforming the lives of 3,500 vulnerable young people across the UK.

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

By joining the Polaris Community, you will have the chance to work with several of our local and national fostering brands. We are committed to reviewing your application promptly and aim to meet all candidates within a week of their application.