Supervising Social Worker - Fostering

Join Our Team as a Supervising Social Worker - Fostering!

Base Location: South London - Cheam

Salary: Up to £39,500 per annum

Contract: Full Time

Why Choose Us?

At the Integrated Services Programme (ISP), we are proud to be the UK's first independent foster care agency, established in 1987 by a passionate group of foster parents. With over 30 years of experience, we are dedicated to providing exceptional support to children who have faced challenging beginnings.

Our mission is simple: to place the child at the heart of everything we do. We offer a comprehensive range of support services, including social workers, fostering advisors, teachers, and therapists, all working collaboratively to ensure the best outcomes for children and foster parents alike.

What We Offer

• £3,000 Car Allowance
• 30 days' annual leave, increasing to 35 days with length of service + bank holidays
• Company Pension
• Life Assurance x2
• Employee Discount Scheme
• Medical Cash Plan

Your Role

As a Supervising Social Worker, you will play a vital role in supporting our foster parents and ensuring high standards of care. Your responsibilities will include:

• Providing direct support to foster parents with a manageable caseload for effective supervision.
• Conducting regular supervision sessions to monitor practices and ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
• Collaborating with children, young people, foster parents, and other professionals to facilitate participation in assessments and decision-making processes.

What We’re Looking For

We are seeking a qualified and experienced Supervising Social Worker who is:

• Enthusiastic and committed to the role of foster parents.
• Experienced in working collaboratively with foster parents and within a multi-disciplinary environment.
• Skilled in report writing and able to meet strict deadlines.
• Holds a Social Care England recognized qualification in Social Work or equivalent.
• Has previous experience in children and families social work.
• Possesses a comprehensive knowledge of relevant legislation and publications.
• Holds a full driving license with unrestricted access to your own car.

Working Conditions

This is a demanding yet rewarding position that includes both quality assurance and training roles for foster parents. The successful candidate will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check, with the cost covered by ISP.

Join Us in Making a Difference!

ISP is an equal opportunities employer and encourages applications from all qualified candidates. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults, and we expect all staff to share this commitment.