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 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 developed a unique Integrated Service Programme that places children at the heart of everything we do. Our dedicated team of social workers, fostering advisors, teachers, and therapists work collaboratively to provide the support that children and foster parents need, ensuring a therapeutic approach to fostering.
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 full-time, permanent position that offers a dynamic and supportive work environment. You will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check, which will be covered by ISP.
Benefits That Matter
At ISP, we value our team members and offer a range of benefits to support your well-being:
- £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.
Join Us!
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 we 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!
