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 based in Ashurst, Southampton. 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 have always placed the child at the heart of our mission. Our Integrated Service Programme (ISP) offers a comprehensive range of support services, ensuring that children and foster parents receive the help they need from a dedicated team of professionals, including 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 while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
• Collaborate with children, young people, foster parents, and other professionals to facilitate full participation in assessments, planning, and decision-making related to safeguarding and child protection.

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.
• Possessing a full driving licence and unrestricted access to your own car.

Qualifications

• A Social Care England recognized qualification in Social Work or equivalent.
• Previous experience in children and families social work.
• A comprehensive understanding of relevant legislation pertaining to children's services.

Working Conditions

This is a full-time, permanent position that includes a quality assurance role to maintain high standards and a training role for prospective and current foster parents. The successful candidate will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check, which will be covered by ISP.

Why Join Us?

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

• £3,000 Car Allowance
• 30 days of 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.

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 take on this rewarding challenge and help shape the future of fostering, we’d love to hear from you!