Supervising Social Worker
Join Our Family at Foster Care Associates!
Role: Supervising Social Worker
Basic Salary: Up to £38,616.92 per annum (dependent upon experience)
Contract: Full Time, Permanent
Office Location: Homebased, with a caseload supporting our foster parents in Manchester and surrounding areas.
Why Choose Us?
At Foster Care Associates (FCA), we believe in making a positive and lasting difference in the lives of children and families. Founded in 1994 by a former foster parent and social worker, we have grown into one of the UK's largest independent fostering agencies, all while maintaining a family-oriented approach.
Our mission is simple: to support every child and foster parent, every minute of the day. Join us in our journey to help children reach their full potential!
Your Benefits
- Company Car or £2,000 Car Allowance
- 30 days' annual leave, rising to 35 days with length of service + bank holidays
- Life Assurance
- Company Pension
- On-site Free Parking
- Employee Discount Scheme
- Medical Cash Plan
Your Responsibilities
As a Supervising Social Worker, you will:
- 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.
- Ensure foster parents understand their roles and the standards expected of them.
- 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 Need
To thrive in this role, you must have:
- A Social Work qualification
- Professional registration with Social Work England or equivalent
- Proven ability to produce high-quality reports
- A comprehensive understanding of relevant legislation and child safeguarding procedures
- The willingness and ability to travel extensively, including occasional nights away
- Confidence in transporting children and young people in challenging situations
- A full driving licence
Ready to Make a Difference?
If you're passionate about supporting children and families, we want to hear from you! Apply now to join our dedicated team at FCA and help us continue our mission of making a positive impact.
Note: The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check. FCA is an equal opportunities employer and has been awarded the Disability Confident Employer status by Jobcentre Plus.
