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 creating 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.

What You'll Do

As a Form F Assessor, your mission will be to safeguard the futures of foster children by conducting thorough assessments of prospective foster families. Your expertise will help ensure that children and young people are placed in nurturing environments.

• Produce and present high-quality, evidence-based analytical fostering assessments.
• Demonstrate a solid understanding of child care legislation, including:
• The Children Act 1989
• The Fostering and Adoption Act 2002
• The National Minimum Standards for Fostering Services
• The Fostering Services Regulations

What We’re Looking For

To thrive in this role, you should 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 meaningful impact every day. Join a vibrant team of over 1,000 talented individuals who are committed to transforming the lives of 3,500 vulnerable young people.

As one of the largest providers of children’s services in the UK, we offer a diverse 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 becoming part of the Polaris Community, you’ll have the opportunity to work with several of our local and national fostering brands. We value your application and aim to connect with all candidates within a week of submission.

Ready to make a difference? Join us at Polaris Community!