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: Chorley (Homebased, supporting foster parents in Manchester and surrounding areas)

Why Choose Us?

At Foster Care Associates (FCA), we believe in making a positive difference in the lives of looked-after children. Founded in 1994 by a former foster parent and social worker, we are proud to be part of the Polaris Community, one of the UK’s largest networks of children’s service providers.

Our mission is simple yet powerful: to create lasting change for children, families, and communities. We’ve built a strong reputation for excellence and offer a wide range of services, all while maintaining a family-like atmosphere where every child and foster parent is supported every minute of the day.

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 and Responsibilities

As a Supervising Social Worker, you will play a crucial role in supporting our foster parents and ensuring the best outcomes for children and young people in care. Your responsibilities will include:

• Guiding foster parents to achieve outstanding outcomes for children and young people.
• Monitoring the suitability and competence of foster parents, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment.
• Educating foster parents on the fostering task and the standards expected.
• Providing regular supervision in line with FCA’s Operational Standards.
• Collaborating with the child’s network to identify needs and support services.
• Ensuring compliance with all key documentation for children and foster parents.
• Attending meetings and providing reports for commissioning teams.
• Encouraging participation of children/young people in agency development.
• Participating in an out-of-hours support service on a rota basis.
• Conducting occasional initial home visits and Form F assessments.

What You Need to Succeed

• 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 to travel extensively, including occasional overnight stays
• Confidence in transporting children and young people in challenging situations
• Full driving licence

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you’re passionate about supporting children and families and want to be part of a dedicated team, we’d love to hear from you! Apply now to join our mission of making a positive and lasting impact.

Note: The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check. Foster Care Associates is an equal opportunities employer and has been awarded the Disability Confident Employer status by Jobcentre Plus.