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: Homebased, with a caseload supporting our 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 have grown into one of the UK's largest independent fostering agencies. Our mission is simple: to help children, families, and communities thrive.

We pride ourselves on our family-like atmosphere, where every child and foster parent receives the support they need, every minute of the day. Join us in our journey to empower children and families!

Your Responsibilities

As a Supervising Social Worker, you will:

• 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.
• Guide foster parents in understanding their roles, competencies, and the standards expected of them.
• Provide regular supervision to allocated foster parents in line with FCA's Operational Standards.
• Collaborate with the child's network to identify needs such as respite, activities, and therapy.
• Ensure compliance with all key documentation for children and foster parents.
• Attend meetings and provide reports for commissioning teams regarding individual care packages.
• Encourage participation of children and 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 We’re Looking For

You must have:

• A Social Work qualification.
• Professional registration with Social Work England or equivalent.
• Proven ability to produce high-quality reports.
• A comprehensive understanding of relevant legislation and child safeguarding procedures.
• The willingness and ability to travel extensively, including occasional overnight stays.
• Confidence in transporting children and young people in challenging situations.
• A full driving licence.

Working Conditions & Benefits

We offer a supportive and flexible working environment, including:

• A company car or a £2,000 car allowance.
• 30 days of annual leave, increasing to 35 days with length of service, plus bank holidays.
• Life Assurance and a Company Pension.
• On-site free parking and an Employee Discount Scheme.
• A Medical Cash Plan for your peace of mind.

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you’re passionate about supporting children and families, we want to hear from you! Apply now to join our dedicated team at FCA and help us continue our mission of making a lasting impact.

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.