Senior/Supervising Social Worker
Join Our Team at Foster Care Associates!
Position: Senior/Supervising Social Worker
Salary: Up to £40,081.10 per annum (dependent upon experience)
Why Work With Us?
At FCA Midlands, we believe in making a real impact in the lives of children and families. We are on the lookout for a passionate and driven Senior/Supervising Social Worker to join our friendly and inspiring team. With a hybrid working model, you’ll enjoy the flexibility of balancing office collaboration with working from home.
What We Offer:
- Company car or £2,000 car allowance
- 30 days' annual leave, increasing to 35 days with length of service, plus Bank Holidays
- Life assurance
- Company pension
- On-site free parking
- Employee discount scheme
- Medical cash plan
About Us
Founded in 1994 by a former foster parent and social worker, Foster Care Associates (FCA) is part of the Polaris Community, one of the UK's leading children's service providers. Our mission is to make a positive and lasting difference in the lives of looked-after children. We pride ourselves on our strong reputation for excellence and our commitment to supporting every child and foster parent.
Your Role:
As a Senior/Supervising Social Worker, you will:
- Support foster parents in achieving outstanding outcomes for children and young people.
- Monitor the suitability and competence of foster parents, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment.
- Provide regular supervision to foster parents in line with FCA's Operational Standards.
- Collaborate with the child's network to identify needs and resources.
- Ensure compliance with all key documentation for children and foster parents.
- Attend meetings and provide reports for Commissioning Teams.
- Promote the participation of children/young people in agency development.
- Participate in an out-of-hours support service on a rota basis.
- Conduct occasional initial home visits and Form F Assessments.
What You Need:
- A Social Work qualification.
- Professional registration with Social Work England or equivalent.
- Proven ability to produce high-quality reports.
- Comprehensive knowledge of relevant legislation and child safeguarding procedures.
- Willingness to travel extensively (including occasional nights away).
- Confidence in transporting children and young people in challenging situations.
- A full driving licence.
Ready to Make a Difference?
If you’re excited about this opportunity and want to be part of a supportive and dynamic team, we’d love to hear from you! Apply today, and let’s start this journey together!
Note: Foster Care Associates is an equal opportunities employer and has been awarded the Disability Confident Employer status by Jobcentre Plus. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.
