Supervising Social Worker - Fostering

Join Our Team as an Integrated Services Programme (ISP) Supervising Social Worker!

Are you ready to make a meaningful impact in the lives of children and foster families? We are looking for a passionate and dedicated Supervising Social Worker to join our fostering team based in Ashurst, Southampton. With a competitive salary of up to £39,500 per annum and a range of fantastic benefits, this is an opportunity you won’t want to miss!

About Us

Founded in 1987 by a group of devoted foster parents, we are proud to be the UK’s first independent foster care agency. With over 30 years of experience, we have always placed the child at the heart of our mission. Our Integrated Service Programme (ISP) offers a comprehensive range of support services, ensuring that children and foster parents have access to the resources they need. Our team includes social workers, fostering advisors, teachers, and therapists, all working collaboratively to provide a therapeutic approach to fostering.

Your Role

As a Supervising Social Worker, you will:

• Provide direct support to foster parents, managing a realistic caseload that allows for high-quality supervision.
• Conduct regular supervision sessions with allocated foster parents, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
• Collaborate with children, young people, foster parents, and other professionals to facilitate participation in assessments, planning, and decision-making related to safeguarding and child protection.

What We’re Looking For

We seek a qualified and experienced Social Worker or Senior Social Worker who is:

• Enthusiastic and committed to the role of foster parents and their invaluable skills.
• Experienced in working collaboratively with foster parents and within a multi-disciplinary environment.
• A strong report writer, capable of meeting strict deadlines.
• Possessing a full driving licence and unrestricted access to your own car.

Essential Qualifications

• A Social Care England recognized qualification in Social Work or equivalent.
• Previous experience in children and families social work.
• A comprehensive understanding of relevant legislation pertaining to children’s services.

Working Conditions

This is a full-time, permanent position that includes:

• A £3,000 car allowance.
• 30 days of annual leave, increasing to 35 days with length of service, plus bank holidays.
• A company pension and life assurance (x2).
• Access to an employee discount scheme and a medical cash plan.

Why Join Us?

At ISP, we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates and are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. Join us in making a difference!

The successful candidate will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check, with the cost covered by ISP.