Supervising Social Worker - Fostering

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

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and families? Do you have the experience and enthusiasm to support foster parents in their vital roles? If so, we invite you to explore this exciting opportunity with us!

About Us

Founded in 1987 by a dedicated group of foster parents, we are proud to be the UK's first independent foster care agency. With over 30 years of experience, we have always placed the child at the heart of our mission. Our Integrated Services Programme (ISP) offers a comprehensive range of support services, ensuring that children and foster parents receive the specialized assistance they need.

Our team includes social workers, fostering advisors, teachers, and therapists, all working collaboratively to create a nurturing environment for children. We pioneered a therapeutic approach to fostering, and we continue to lead the way in providing exceptional care.

Your Role

As a Supervising Social Worker within our fostering team, 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 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.
• A strong report writer who can meet strict deadlines.
• Holds a Social Care England recognized qualification in Social Work or equivalent.
• Possesses a comprehensive knowledge of relevant legislation pertaining to children's services.
• Has a full driving license and unrestricted access to a car.

Working Conditions

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

Why Join Us?

We offer a competitive salary of up to £39,500 per annum along with a range of fantastic benefits:

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

At ISP, we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates and are proud to be an equal opportunities employer.

If you’re ready to take on this rewarding challenge and make a real impact, we’d love to hear from you!