Senior/Supervising Social Worker

Join Our Team at Fostering People!

Position: Senior/Supervising Social Worker (12-Month Fixed Term Contract)
Hours: 21 hours per week over 3 days
Salary: Up to £24,930.29 per annum (£41,550.49 FTE)
Location: Home-based, supporting Foster Parents across the East Midlands, primarily in Derby and Derbyshire, with some households in Nottingham and Nottinghamshire.

Why Work With Us?

At Fostering People, we pride ourselves on being an innovative provider with an outstanding inspection rating. Since our establishment in 2000, we have built a reputation for delivering exceptional support to our children, Foster Parents, and dedicated staff. Our commitment to excellence has earned us four consecutive Outstanding inspections from Ofsted.

• Our staff and managers work closely with a variety of agencies, constantly striving to improve our services.
• Foster Parents feel valued and respected, enjoying robust support and a fair assessment process.
• Our team reports high levels of satisfaction, with excellent training opportunities available.

Your Role

We are looking for a passionate Senior/Supervising Social Worker to join our friendly and dynamic team. You will play a crucial role in:

• Recruiting, training, assessing, and supporting Foster Parents.
• Ensuring high-quality placements for looked-after children.

One of our long-serving, now retired, Supervising Social Workers shared:

“Fostering People is a fantastic company where you can truly make a difference in children’s lives. You’ll feel well-supported and valued in an open and inclusive environment.”

What We’re Looking For

We seek an enthusiastic and committed self-starter who can work independently while staying connected with team members and Foster Parents. Here’s what you need:

• Excellent assessment and communication skills (both written and verbal).
• Strong IT skills and the ability to produce high-quality reports.
• Qualified Social Worker with current HCPC registration.
• Recent experience in fostering and services for children is desirable, but we welcome less experienced candidates.
• Good knowledge of relevant legislation, policies, and procedures related to fostering and safeguarding.
• A shared creative vision and drive, whether you’re new to fostering or an experienced professional.

Working Conditions & Benefits

This part-time, fixed-term position is home-based and offers:

• Salary of up to £24,930.29 per annum (£41,550.49 FTE), based on experience.
• £1,000 Car Allowance (pro rata).
• 30 days of annual leave (pro rata) plus bank holidays.
• Company Pension and Life Assurance (x2).
• Employee Discount Scheme.

Fostering People is proud to be an equal opportunities employer and has been recognized as a Disability Confident Employer by Jobcentre Plus. Please note that the successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.

If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact in the lives of children and families, we encourage you to apply!