Social Worker Week, Monday 17 March - Friday 21 March 2025 is a special time to celebrate and recognise the incredible work that social workers do every day.
Social Worker Week is an annual event that celebrates the dedication and hard work of social workers across the country. It’s a chance to highlight the positive impact they have on individuals, families, and communities. This week is all about showing appreciation for the compassion and commitment that social workers bring to their roles.
Meet Danielle, one of our dedicated fostering social workers at Hull Fostering, as she shares her journey into social work, what her role involves, and how she supports foster carers and children. From guiding new foster families to ensuring children have the best possible care, Danielle talks about the purpose of a fostering social worker and her experiences working with fostering households in Hull.
The Role of Fostering Social Workers
Fostering social workers are the backbone of the fostering system. They work tirelessly to ensure that children in care are placed in safe, loving homes and that foster carers receive the support they need. Here’s a closer look at what they do -
- Conducting Assessments - Fostering social workers carry out detailed assessments to ensure that potential foster carers are suitable and ready for the role. This includes home visits, background checks, and gathering references
- Providing Training - They offer comprehensive training programs to help foster carers develop the skills and knowledge needed to be effective in their role
- Offering Support - They provide ongoing support and guidance throughout the fostering journey, ensuring that foster carers have the resources and assistance they need
Matching Children with Carers: They work to match children with the right foster carers, considering the needs and preferences of both the child and the carer.
Watch this video to meet some more of our amazing fostering social workers and hear their stories -
Sarah shares why she loves her job and is immensely proud of her team -
Louise is a fostering social worker and one of her roles is to support applicants interested in becoming a foster carer through the process. Louise is one of our newest members of the team and is a true ray of sunshine:
Why Fostering Social Workers Are Important?
Fostering social workers play a crucial role in the lives of children and families. They provide the stability and support that help children thrive and ensure that foster carers are well-equipped to handle the challenges of fostering. Their dedication and compassion make a real difference in our community.
The Remarkable Work of Social Workers
We know that social workers often get a lot of bad press, but what they do is truly remarkable. They are the unsung heroes who work behind the scenes to make sure that children and families get the support they need. Their work is challenging, but their commitment and passion for helping others are what make them so special.
How to Become a Social Worker
If you’re inspired by the work of our fostering social workers and want to make a difference, consider becoming a social worker. Follow this link to the Social Work Acedemy.
How to Volunteer for Hull Fostering
Volunteering with Hull Fostering is a rewarding way to give back to your community. Volunteers provide much-needed support to our foster carers and help make a real difference in the lives of children in care.
To learn more about volunteering opportunities,follow this link.
How to Enquire About Becoming a Foster Carer
If you’re interested in becoming a foster carer and making a difference in a child’s life, we’d love to hear from you. To learn more about the process and how to get started, follow this link.