Senior/Supervising Social Worker
Join Our Team at Foster Care Associates!
Role: Senior/Supervising Social Worker
Salary: Up to £43,626.47 per annum (dependent on experience)
Location: Recruiting across North Wales - Anglesey, Gwynedd, Conwy, Denbighshire, Flintshire, Wrexham
Covering Area: Cymru North
Why Choose Us?
This is an incredible opportunity to become a part of Foster Care Associates, where we are on the lookout for a passionate and dedicated Full-Time Supervising Social Worker. Join our inspiring and friendly team to help develop and promote fostering services in Cymru North. Our office is based in Abergele, and we embrace a hybrid working model that offers you the flexibility to work from home.
What We Offer
- Company Car or £2,000 Car Allowance
- 30 days of annual leave, increasing to 35 days after length of service + bank holidays
- Company Pension Scheme
- Free on-site Parking
- Life Assurance
- Employee Discount Scheme
- Medical Cash Plan
Our Commitment to Your Wellbeing
At FCA, we prioritize the wellbeing of our staff. Our Staff Wellbeing Strategy aims to enhance your self-esteem and sense of belonging. Enjoy activities like:
- Walks and talks at the beach or in parks
- Mindfulness sessions and yoga
- Charity events and park runs
Our office environment is warm and welcoming, with tea, coffee, and snacks always available to support your wellbeing.
Growth and Development
We provide a robust induction process, a supportive management team, and monthly reflective supervision. You’ll have access to:
- Online and face-to-face training opportunities
- Practice Assessor Award
- Out of Hours (OOH) service with additional payment for evening and weekend duties
About Us
Founded in 1994 by a former Foster Parent and social worker, Foster Care Associates (FCA) is a leading fostering agency and part of the Polaris Community, one of the UK’s largest networks of children’s service providers. Our mission is to make a positive and lasting difference in the lives of looked-after children.
With a strong reputation for excellence, we offer a wide range of services to children and families, all while maintaining our core values that help children and young people reach their full potential.
Your Role and Responsibilities
As a Senior/Supervising Social Worker, you will:
- Support Foster Parents to achieve outstanding outcomes for children and young people in care
- Monitor the suitability and competence of Foster Parents, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment
- Provide regular supervision to allocated Foster Parents
- Work collaboratively to identify needs within foster families
- Ensure compliance with all key documentation for children and Foster Parents
- Attend meetings and provide reports for commissioning teams
- Promote participation of children/young people in agency development
- Participate in an ‘out of hours’ support service on a rota basis
- Conduct initial home visits and Form F assessments as needed
What You Need to Succeed
- A Social Work qualification
- Professional registration with Social Work Wales or equivalent
- Strong report writing skills
- Knowledge of relevant legislation and child safeguarding procedures
- Willingness to travel extensively, including occasional overnight stays
- Confidence in transporting children in challenging situations
- Full driving license
Ready to Make a Difference?
We would love to hear from you! Join our amazing, friendly team and help us continue to make a positive impact in the lives of children and families. Apply now, and let’s connect!
Foster Care Associates is an equal opportunities employer and has been awarded the Disability Confident Employer status by Jobcentre Plus. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.
