Supervising Social Worker - Fostering
Join Our Team as a Supervising Social Worker - Fostering!
Integrated Services Programme (ISP)
Base Location: Ashurst, Southampton
Salary: Up to £39,500 per annum
Contract: Full Time, Permanent
Why Choose Us?
At ISP, we are proud to be the UK’s first independent foster care agency, established in 1987 by a passionate group of foster parents. With over 30 years of experience, we have built a strong foundation of support for looked-after children, ensuring they receive the specialized care they deserve.
Our mission is simple: to put the child at the center of everything we do. We offer an integrated range of support services, including social workers, fostering advisors, teachers, and therapists, all dedicated to helping foster parents and children navigate even the most challenging situations. Join us in pioneering a therapeutic approach to fostering!
What We Offer
- £3,000 Car Allowance
- 30 days of annual leave, increasing to 35 days with length of service + bank holidays
- Company Pension
- Life Assurance x2
- Employee Discount Scheme
- Medical Cash Plan
Your Role
We are looking for a qualified and experienced Social Worker or Senior Social Worker who is enthusiastic and committed to fostering. In this role, you will:
- Provide direct support to foster parents with a manageable caseload, ensuring high levels of supervision.
- Conduct regular supervision sessions with allocated foster parents, monitoring their practice and compliance with regulatory standards.
- Collaborate with children, young people, foster parents, and other professionals to facilitate participation in assessments, planning, and decision-making related to safeguarding and child protection.
What You Need
To thrive in this role, you should possess:
- 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.
- A full driving license with unrestricted access to your own car.
Working Conditions
This is a demanding yet rewarding position that includes quality assurance and training responsibilities for both prospective and current foster parents. You will need to be an excellent report writer and able to meet strict deadlines.
The successful candidate will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check, with the cost covered by ISP.
Our Commitment
ISP is an equal opportunities employer and actively encourages applications from qualified candidates. We are dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults, and we expect all staff to share this commitment.
Ready to make a difference? Join us at ISP and help shape the future of fostering!
