Senior/Supervising Social Worker

Join Our Team as a Senior/Supervising Social Worker!

Are you ready to make a meaningful impact in the lives of children and families? At Fostering People, we are on the lookout for a passionate and dedicated Senior/Supervising Social Worker to join our dynamic team on a 12-month fixed-term contract. This is a fantastic opportunity to work from home while supporting Foster Parents across the beautiful East Midlands, primarily in Derby and Derbyshire, with some involvement in Nottingham and Nottinghamshire.

Key Details

• Hours: 21 hours per week over 3 days
• Salary: Up to £24,930.29 per annum (£41,550.49 FTE)
• Location: Home-based

Why Choose Us?

At Fostering People, we pride ourselves on being an innovative provider with an outstanding inspection rating. Established in 2000, our commitment to excellence has earned us 4 consecutive Outstanding inspections from Ofsted. Our supportive environment is reflected in the positive feedback from both Foster Parents and staff:

• Foster Parents feel valued and respected, enjoying robust support and a fair assessment process.
• Our staff report exceptionally high levels of satisfaction, feeling well-supported and trained.

Your Role

As a Senior/Supervising Social Worker, you will:

• Recruit, train, assess, support, and supervise a diverse range of Foster Parents.
• Ensure high-quality placements for looked-after children.
• Collaborate closely with a variety of agencies and professionals to enhance our services.

What We’re Looking For

We seek an enthusiastic and committed self-starter who can work independently while maintaining strong connections with team members and Foster Parents. Here’s what you’ll need:

• Excellent assessment skills and strong written and verbal communication abilities.
• Good IT skills with the ability to produce high-quality reports.
• Qualified Social Worker with current HCPC registration.
• Recent experience in fostering and services for children is desirable, but we welcome less experienced candidates as well.
• A solid understanding of relevant legislation, policies, and procedures related to fostering and safeguarding.
• A shared creative vision and drive to make a difference, whether you’re new to fostering or an experienced professional.

What We Offer

This part-time, home-based position comes with a competitive salary of up to £24,930.29 per annum (£41,550.49 FTE), along with:

• £1,000 Car Allowance (pro rata)
• 30 days of annual leave (pro rata) + bank holidays
• Company Pension
• Life Assurance x2
• Employee Discount Scheme

Join Us!

If you’re ready to take the next step in your career and make a real difference in the lives of children and families, we want to hear from you! Apply now and become part of a team that values your contributions and supports your professional growth.

Fostering People is an equal opportunities employer and has been awarded the Disability Confident Employer status by Jobcentre Plus. Please note that the successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.