Waltham Forest Council is looking for a Fostering Assessment Social Worker. It’s a permanent, full or part-time post based in London Borough of Waltham Forest paying £42,492 to £53,919 a year. Applications close on Sunday 8 November 2026.
About the role
Children’s services teams work with children, young people and families to keep them safe and help them thrive, from early help and family support through to child protection, fostering and care leavers. Social work roles in this area are registered with the professional regulator, and councils typically offer supervision, protected caseloads and continuing professional development.
About Waltham Forest Council
Waltham Forest Council is the London borough council for the north-east London borough of Waltham Forest, covering Walthamstow, Leyton, Leytonstone, Chingford, Highams Park and Lea Bridge. Based at the Town Hall on Forest Road in Walthamstow, it runs borough services such as schools, social care, housing, waste and planning.
What’s on offer
- Flexible working
- Professional development
How to apply
You apply directly with Waltham Forest Council: the Apply button takes you to their full advert. The closing date is 8 November 2026.
