Supervising Social Worker - Fostering
Join Our Team as a Supervising Social Worker - Fostering!
Base Location: Ashurst, Southampton
Salary: Up to £39,500 per annum
Contract: Full Time, Permanent
Why Work With Us?
At the Integrated Services Programme (ISP), we’re not just a team; we’re a family dedicated to making a difference in the lives of children and foster parents. Established in 1987, we proudly became the UK’s first independent foster care agency, and we continue to lead the way with over 30 years of experience!
Our founders recognized the unique needs of looked-after children, especially those with challenging beginnings. That’s why we put children at the heart of everything we do, offering a comprehensive range of support services tailored to their needs.
What We Offer
- £3,000 Car Allowance
- 30 days of 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 a Supervising Social Worker, you will play a crucial role in supporting foster parents and ensuring high-quality care for children. Your responsibilities will include:
- Providing direct support to foster parents with a manageable caseload for effective supervision.
- Conducting regular supervision sessions to monitor practice and ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
- Collaborating with children, young people, foster parents, and other professionals to facilitate participation in assessments 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.
- Experienced in working collaboratively with foster parents and within a multi-disciplinary environment.
- Skilled in report writing and able to meet strict deadlines.
Requirements:
- 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.
- A full driving licence with unrestricted access to your own car.
Working Conditions
This is a demanding yet rewarding position that includes quality assurance and training roles for both prospective and current foster parents. The successful candidate will need to complete an enhanced DBS check, which will be covered by ISP.
Our Commitment
ISP is an equal opportunities employer and actively encourages applications from qualified candidates. We are dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults, and we expect all staff to share this commitment.
Ready to make a difference? Join us in our mission to provide exceptional support to foster families and the children they care for!
