Senior/Supervising Social Worker

Join Our Team at Foster Care Associates!

Role: Senior/Supervising Social Worker
Salary: Up to £43,626.47 per annum (dependent on experience)
Location: Recruiting across North Wales - Anglesey, Gwynedd, Conwy, Denbighshire, Flintshire, Wrexham
Covering Area: Cymru North

Why Choose Us?

This is an incredible opportunity to become a part of Foster Care Associates, where we are on the lookout for a passionate and dedicated Full-Time Supervising Social Worker. Join our inspiring and friendly team as we work together to develop and promote fostering services in Cymru North. Our office is based in Abergele, and we embrace a hybrid working model that offers you the flexibility to work from home.

What We Offer

We believe in the wellbeing of our staff and have crafted a supportive environment that fosters growth and connection. Here’s what you can expect:

• Company Car or £2,000 Car Allowance
• 30 days' annual leave, increasing to 35 days after length of service + bank holidays
• Company Pension Scheme
• Free on-site Parking
• Life Assurance
• Employee Discount Scheme
• Medical Cash Plan

Our Commitment to Wellbeing

We are dedicated to enhancing the wellbeing of our team. Our Staff Wellbeing Strategy includes:

• Walks and talks at the beach or in parks
• Wellbeing hours, park runs, mindfulness sessions
• Yoga sessions, raft racing, and charity events

Our office is a welcoming space, stocked with tea, coffee, and snacks to support your wellbeing throughout the day.

Professional Development

We provide a robust induction process, a supportive management team, and monthly reflective supervision. You’ll have access to:

• Online and face-to-face training opportunities
• Practice Assessor Award completion
• Out of Hours (OOH) service with additional payment for evening and weekend duties
• Refer a friend scheme with a monetary incentive
• Opportunity to complete Form Fs for additional payment

About Us

Founded in 1994 by a former Foster Parent and social worker, Foster Care Associates (FCA) is a well-established fostering agency and part of the Polaris Community, one of the UK's largest networks of children's service providers. Our mission is to make a positive and lasting difference in the lives of looked-after children.

Over the years, we have built a strong reputation for excellence, offering a wide range of services to children and families. Our core purpose remains unchanged: to help children, families, and communities reach their full potential.

Your Role

As a Senior/Supervising Social Worker, your duties will include:

• Supporting Foster Parents to achieve outstanding outcomes for children and young people in foster care
• Monitoring the suitability and competence of Foster Parents
• Providing regular supervision in line with FCA's Operational Standards
• Collaborating with the child's network to identify needs
• Ensuring compliance with key documentation for children and Foster Parents
• Participating in meetings and providing reports for commissioning teams
• Promoting the participation of children/young people in agency development
• Participating in an 'out of hours' support service on a rota basis
• Occasional initial home visits and Form F assessments

What You Need

To thrive in this role, you must have:

• A Social Work qualification
• Professional registration with Social Work Wales or equivalent
• Proven ability to produce high-quality reports
• A comprehensive understanding of relevant legislation and child safeguarding procedures
• The willingness to travel extensively, including occasional overnight stays
• Confidence in transporting children and young people in challenging situations
• A full driving licence

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you’re excited about joining our amazing team, we would love to hear from you! Apply now and take the first step towards a fulfilling career with Foster Care Associates.

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