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 invite you to explore an exciting opportunity with the Integrated Services Programme (ISP) in South London!

About Us

Founded in 1987 by a dedicated group of foster parents, ISP is proud to be the UK's first independent foster care agency. With over 30 years of experience, we have developed a unique Integrated Services Programme that places children at the heart of everything we do. Our holistic approach includes a diverse team of professionals—social workers, fostering advisors, teachers, and therapists—who collaborate to provide comprehensive support to foster families.

Your Role

As a Supervising Social Worker, you will play a crucial role in supporting our foster parents and ensuring the highest standards of care for the children in our program. This is a full-time position based in Cheam, South London, with a competitive salary of up to £39,500 per annum.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct support to foster parents, managing a realistic caseload for effective supervision.
• Conduct regular supervision sessions, monitoring practice and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
• Collaborate with children, young people, foster parents, and other professionals to facilitate participation in assessments, planning, and decision-making.
• Maintain high standards through quality assurance and training for both prospective and current foster parents.

What We’re Looking For

We seek 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.
• Knowledgeable about relevant legislation and publications related to children's services.
• A strong report writer who can meet strict deadlines.
• Holds a Social Care England recognized qualification in Social Work or equivalent.
• Possesses a full driving license and has unrestricted access to a car.

Working Conditions

This demanding yet rewarding position requires a commitment to maintaining high standards and supporting foster families effectively. You will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check, with the cost 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:

• £3,000 Car Allowance
• 30 days' annual leave, increasing to 35 days with length of service, plus bank holidays
• Company Pension
• Life Assurance x2
• Employee Discount Scheme
• 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 expect all staff to share this commitment.

If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact in the lives of children and families, we’d love to hear from you!