Senior/Supervising Social Worker

Join Our Team as a Senior/Supervising Social Worker!

Salary: Up to £40,081.10 per annum (dependent upon experience)

Exciting Benefits Await You!

• Company car or £2,000 car allowance
• 30 days of annual leave, increasing to 35 days with length of service, plus Bank Holidays
• Life assurance
• Company pension
• On-site free parking
• Employee discount scheme
• Medical cash plan

About the Role

Are you ready to make a real impact? We’re looking for a highly motivated and enthusiastic Senior/Supervising Social Worker to join our inspiring and friendly team at FCA Midlands. You’ll play a crucial role in driving the growth and development of our fostering services across the Midlands.

With a hybrid working model, you’ll enjoy the flexibility of balancing office collaboration with working from home. Our office is based in Bromsgrove, and you’ll have the opportunity to support our Foster Parents across Birmingham, Dudley, Walsall, Wolverhampton, and surrounding areas.

About Us

Founded in 1994 by a former foster parent and social worker, Foster Care Associates (FCA) is a leading fostering agency and part of the Polaris Community. Our mission is to make a positive and lasting difference in the lives of looked-after children. With a strong reputation for excellence, we offer a wide range of services to children and families, all while maintaining a family-oriented culture.

Your Responsibilities

• Support foster parents and their families to achieve outstanding outcomes for all children and young people in foster care.
• Monitor the suitability and competence of foster parents, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment.
• Provide regular supervision to allocated foster parents in line with FCA's Operational Standards.
• Work collaboratively to identify needs within the foster family, including respite and therapy.
• Ensure compliance with all key documentation for each child and foster parent.
• Attend meetings and provide reports for Commissioning Teams regarding individual care packages.
• Promote the participation of children/young people in agency development and community resources.
• Participate in an out-of-hours support service on a rota basis.
• Conduct occasional initial home visits and Form F Assessments.

What You’ll Need

• A Social Work qualification and professional registration with Social Work England or equivalent.
• Proven ability to produce high-quality reports.
• Comprehensive knowledge of relevant legislation and child safeguarding procedures.
• Willingness and ability to travel extensively, including occasional overnight stays.
• Confidence in transporting children and young people in challenging situations.
• A full driving licence.

Why Join Us?

If you’re passionate about making a difference and want to be part of a supportive family-oriented team, we’d love to hear from you! Ready to take the next step in your career? Apply today, and let’s start this inspiring journey together!

Foster Care Associates is an equal opportunities employer and has been awarded the Disability Confident Employer status by Jobcentre Plus. Please note that the successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.