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 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!

What Does a Form F Assessor Do?

Your mission will be to safeguard the futures of foster children by assessing prospective foster families. You will work closely with independent fostering agencies like Polaris Community to ensure 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 presented at least one Form F Assessment to Panel.

Why Choose Polaris Community?

Working at Polaris is more than just a job—it's about making a difference every single day! We have built a vibrant team of over 1,000 talented individuals who are committed to transforming the lives of the 3,500 vulnerable young people we care for.

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.

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