Principal Social Worker - Fostering

Join Our Team as a Principal Social Worker - Fostering!

Location: Long Eaton
Hours: 35 hours per week, Permanent
Salary: £45,000 - £47,000 per annum, dependent upon experience

Why Choose Us?

At Fosterplus, we believe in creating a nurturing environment for children and young people who have faced challenges in their lives. With over 25 years of experience as an independent fostering agency, we are dedicated to breaking the cycle of disrupted childhoods by providing stability and support.

What We Offer

• £3,000 Car Allowance
• 30 days' annual leave, increasing to 35 days with length of service + bank holidays
• Company Pension
• Life Assurance x2
• Employee Discount Scheme
• Medical Cash Plan

Your Role

As our Principal Social Worker, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of the children and young people we care for. Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting and deputizing for the Registered Manager as needed
• Supervising team members to ensure effective functioning
• Empowering foster parents to reach their full potential
• Monitoring compliance with fostering standards
• Collaborating with children, young people, foster parents, and professionals to prioritize safeguarding and positive outcomes
• Joining an out-of-hours rota to provide managerial support

What We’re Looking For

We seek a qualified and experienced social worker with a passion for making a difference. Here’s what you need:

• A Social Care England recognized qualification in Social Work or equivalent
• Experience working with children and young people, including Children Looked After
• A comprehensive understanding of relevant legislation and fostering standards
• A full driving license with unrestricted access to your own car

Key Skills

To thrive in this role, you should possess:

• Strong leadership skills and the ability to work autonomously
• Excellent communication skills for building positive relationships
• A thorough understanding of trauma-informed approaches
• Knowledge of safeguarding practices

Why Fosterplus?

If you’re looking for a role where your values, expertise, and leadership can genuinely shape lives, this is your chance! Join a committed and compassionate team that puts children and young people at the heart of everything we do.

Note: The successful candidate will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check, the cost of which will be covered by Fosterplus. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications from all qualified candidates.

Fosterplus is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff to share this commitment.