Are you an experienced social worker looking for flexible, rewarding work that genuinely changes lives? We have an exciting opportunity for you. Lighthouse Fostering is recruiting experienced Independent Social Workers to complete Form F Assessments across Kent and East Sussex.
This is your chance to play a vital role in shaping the future of fostering families in our region. If you are passionate about supporting foster carers and committed to high standards, we would love to hear from you. ✨
In this post, we will explain what the role involves, who we are looking for, and how you can join our welcoming community. Let us get started.
About the Role
Form F Assessments sit at the very heart of safe, successful fostering. They ensure that every prospective carer is fully prepared, properly supported, and ready to provide a stable home for a vulnerable child. As an Independent Social Worker with Lighthouse Fostering, you will carry out these essential assessments across Kent and East Sussex.
This role offers genuine flexibility alongside meaningful impact. You will work closely with prospective carers, getting to know their strengths, their motivations, and their readiness to foster. Your thorough, thoughtful work will help us build a network of confident, capable foster carers.
Here is what the position involves:
- Completing Form F Assessments to a high professional standard
- Working independently while remaining fully supported by our team
- Building rapport with prospective foster carers across the region
- Producing clear, evidence-based reports that inform fostering panel decisions
- Upholding safeguarding standards at every stage of the process
Who We Are Looking For
Could this be the right opportunity for you? We are searching for dedicated professionals who bring both expertise and genuine compassion to their work.
The ideal candidate will be:
- An experienced social worker with a strong understanding of fostering
- Confident in completing Form F Assessments independently
- Based in or able to travel across Kent and East Sussex
- Passionate about supporting foster carers and improving outcomes for children
- Committed to high standards of safeguarding and professional practice
If you recognise yourself in this description, you could be exactly who we need.
Why Work With Lighthouse Fostering?
Choosing where to offer your skills is an important decision. At Lighthouse Fostering, we value the Independent Social Workers who partner with us, and we work hard to make every assessment a positive experience.
When you join us, you can expect:
- Flexible working that fits around your professional life
- A supportive, friendly team who value your expertise
- Meaningful work that directly improves children's lives
- A strong local focus across Kent and East Sussex
- A genuine sense of community within our fostering family
You will be more than a name on a contract. You will be a valued contributor to our mission of providing safe, loving homes for children who need them most.
The Difference You Will Make
Every Form F Assessment you complete helps shape a child's future. Behind each report is a family preparing to open their home and a young person waiting for stability, safety, and care.
Your professional judgement ensures that carers are well matched, well prepared, and ready to thrive. That is a profound responsibility, and an incredibly rewarding one. As an Independent Social Worker, you become part of the foundation that keeps fostering safe and successful.
Get in Touch Today
Ready to make a real difference with Lighthouse Fostering? We would love to hear from you.
If you are an experienced Independent Social Worker who is passionate about supporting foster carers across Kent and East Sussex, please reach out to our friendly team. 💛
- 📞 Call: 01227 250096
- 📧 Email: emma@lighthousefostering.co.uk
Join us in supporting fostering families and changing lives. We look forward to welcoming you to the Lighthouse Fostering community.