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 part of a passionate and supportive team at Foster Care Associates (FCA). We are on the lookout for a dedicated Full-Time Supervising Social Worker to help us enhance and promote fostering services in Cymru North. Our office is located 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 with 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 is designed to enhance your self-esteem and sense of belonging. Join us for:

• Walks and talks at the beach or in parks
• Wellbeing hours, park runs, and mindfulness sessions
• Yoga sessions, raft racing, and charity events

Our office environment is warm and inviting, with tea, coffee, and snacks always available to support your wellbeing.

Professional Growth

We provide a robust induction process, a supportive management team, and monthly reflective supervision with your line manager. You’ll also have access to regular learning opportunities with the social work team.

Additional Perks

• Refer a friend scheme with a monetary incentive
• Opportunity to complete Form Fs for additional payment
• Exceptional online and face-to-face training opportunities
• Chance to complete the 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.

Over the years, we have built a strong reputation for excellence, offering a wide range of services to children and families while remaining committed to our core values.

Your Responsibilities

• Support Foster Parents and their families to achieve outstanding outcomes for children and young people in foster care.
• Monitor the suitability and competence of Foster Parents, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment.
• Provide regular supervision to allocated Foster Parents in line with FCA’s Operational Standards.
• Collaborate with the child’s network to identify needs within the foster family.
• Ensure compliance with all key documentation for each child and Foster Parent.
• Attend meetings and provide reports for commissioning teams.
• Promote participation of children/young people in agency development and community resources.
• Participate in an ‘out of hours’ support service on a rota basis.
• Conduct occasional initial home visits and Form F assessments.

What You Need

• A Social Work qualification
• Professional registration with Social Work Wales 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?

We would love to hear from you! Join our amazing, friendly team and help us create a positive impact in the lives of children and families. Apply now, and let’s embark on this rewarding journey together!

Note: 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.