Supervising Social Worker
Join Our Family at Foster Care Associates!
Role: Supervising Social Worker
Basic Salary: Up to £38,616.92 per annum (dependent on experience)
Contract: Full Time, Permanent
Office Location: Chorley (Homebased, supporting foster parents in Manchester and surrounding areas)
Why Choose Us?
At Foster Care Associates (FCA), we’re more than just a fostering agency; we’re a community dedicated to making a positive impact in the lives of looked-after children. Founded in 1994 by a former foster parent and social worker, we’ve grown into one of the UK’s largest independent fostering agencies, all while maintaining a family-like atmosphere.
What We Offer
- 🚗 Company Car or £2,000 Car Allowance
- 🌴 30 days of annual leave, increasing to 35 days with length of service + bank holidays
- 💼 Life Assurance
- 🏦 Company Pension
- 🅿️ On-site Free Parking
- 💳 Employee Discount Scheme
- 🏥 Medical Cash Plan
Your Role
As a Supervising Social Worker, you will play a crucial role in supporting foster parents and ensuring that every child in our care thrives. Your responsibilities will include:
- Guiding foster parents to achieve outstanding outcomes for children and young people.
- Monitoring the suitability and competence of foster families, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment.
- Providing regular supervision and support to foster parents in line with FCA’s Operational Standards.
- Collaborating with the child’s network to identify needs and resources.
- Ensuring compliance with all key documentation for children and foster parents.
- Participating in meetings and providing reports for commissioning teams.
- Encouraging children and young people to engage in agency development and community resources.
- Participating in an out-of-hours support service on a rota basis.
- Conducting occasional initial home visits and Form F assessments.
What You Bring
We’re looking for passionate individuals who meet the following criteria:
- A Social Work qualification.
- 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.
- Full driving license.
Join Us!
If you’re ready to make a lasting difference in the lives of children and families, we want to hear from you! Apply now and become part of our dedicated team.
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.
