Supervising Social Worker - Fostering

Join Our Team as a Supervising Social Worker - Fostering!

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and families? Do you have the skills and experience to support foster parents in their vital role? If so, we want you to be part of our dedicated team at the Integrated Services Programme (ISP) in South London!

About Us

Founded in 1987 by a group of committed foster parents, ISP is proud to be the UK's first independent foster care agency. With over 30 years of experience, we have built a strong foundation of support for looked-after children, especially those who have faced challenging beginnings. Our mission is to place the child at the heart of everything we do, surrounded by a comprehensive range of support services.

Our team includes social workers, fostering advisors, teachers, and therapists, all working collaboratively to provide a therapeutic approach to fostering. This integrated support system is what sets us apart and allows us to truly make a difference.

Your Role

As a Supervising Social Worker, you will play a crucial 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, ensuring effective supervision.
• Conducting regular supervision sessions to monitor practice and compliance with regulatory standards.
• Collaborating with children, young people, foster parents, and other professionals to facilitate participation in assessments, planning, and decision-making.

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 and their invaluable skills.
• 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.
• Possesses a comprehensive understanding of relevant legislation in children's services.
• Holds a full driving license with unrestricted access to your own car.

Working Conditions

This is a full-time position based in Cheam, South London. The successful candidate will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check, which will be covered by ISP.

Why Join Us?

At ISP, we value our team members and offer a range of benefits to support your well-being and professional growth:

• Competitive salary of up to £39,500 per annum.
• A generous £3,000 car allowance.
• 30 days of annual leave, increasing to 35 days with length of service, plus bank holidays.
• Company pension and life assurance (x2).
• Employee discount scheme and medical cash plan.

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.

If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact and join a supportive team, we’d love to hear from you!