Supervising Social Worker - Fostering

Join Our Team as an Integrated Services Programme (ISP) Supervising Social Worker!

Are you ready to make a real difference in the lives of children and families? At ISP, we’re looking for a passionate and dedicated Supervising Social Worker to join our fostering team in Enfield. With a competitive salary of up to £39,500 per annum and a range of fantastic benefits, this is an opportunity you won’t want to miss!

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’ve built a reputation for putting children at the heart of everything we do. Our Integrated Service Programme ensures that children and foster parents receive the comprehensive support they need, including access to social workers, fostering advisors, teachers, and therapists.

Your Role

As a Supervising Social Worker, you will:

• Provide direct support to foster parents, managing a realistic caseload that allows for meaningful supervision.
• Conduct regular supervision sessions, enabling foster parents to enhance their practice and comply with regulatory standards.
• Collaborate with children, young people, foster parents, and other professionals to ensure full participation in safeguarding and child protection processes.

What We’re Looking For

We seek a qualified and experienced Social Worker or Senior 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.
• Has a full driving license and unrestricted access to a car.

Working Conditions

This is a demanding yet rewarding position that includes:

• A quality assurance role to maintain high standards.
• A training role for prospective and current foster parents.

Why Join Us?

At ISP, we value our team members and offer a range of benefits, including:

• £3,000 Car Allowance
• 30 days' 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.

Join us in our mission to provide exceptional support to children and families. If you’re ready to take on this fulfilling role, we encourage you to apply!

ISP is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes 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.