Senior/Supervising Social Worker

Join Our Team at Foster Care Associates!

Role: Senior/Supervising Social Worker

Salary: Up to £43,626.47 per annum (dependent on experience)

Location: Recruiting across North Wales - Anglesey, Gwynedd, Conwy, Denbighshire, Flintshire, Wrexham

Covering Area: Cymru North

Why Choose Us?

This is an incredible opportunity to become a part of a passionate and friendly team at Foster Care Associates. We are looking for a Full-Time Supervising Social Worker to help develop and promote our fostering services in Cymru North. Our office is based in Abergele, and we embrace a hybrid working model that offers flexibility to work from home.

What We Offer

• Company Car or £2,000 Car Allowance
• 30 days of annual leave, increasing to 35 days with length of service + bank holidays
• Company Pension Scheme
• Free on-site Parking
• Life Assurance
• Employee Discount Scheme
• Medical Cash Plan

Our Commitment to Your Wellbeing

We prioritize the wellbeing of our staff through our comprehensive Staff Wellbeing Strategy. Join us for activities like:

• Walks and talks at the beach or in parks
• Mindfulness sessions and yoga
• Charity events and park runs

Our office environment is warm and inviting, with refreshments always available to support your wellbeing.

Professional Growth

We provide a robust induction, a supportive management team, and monthly reflective supervision. You’ll have access to:

• Online and face-to-face training opportunities
• Practice Assessor Award completion
• Additional payments for out-of-hours duties
• Monetary incentives through our refer-a-friend scheme

About Us

Founded in 1994 by a former Foster Parent and social worker, Foster Care Associates (FCA) is a leading fostering agency and part of the Polaris Community, one of the UK’s largest networks of children’s service providers. Our mission is to make a positive and lasting difference in the lives of looked-after children.

With a strong reputation for excellence, we are dedicated to supporting every child and Foster Parent, ensuring that we remain a close-knit family despite our size.

Your Responsibilities

• Support Foster Parents to achieve outstanding outcomes for children and young people in care
• Monitor the suitability and competence of Foster Parents
• Provide regular supervision in line with FCA’s Operational Standards
• Collaborate with the child’s network to identify needs
• Ensure compliance with key documentation for children and Foster Parents
• Attend meetings and provide reports for commissioning teams
• Promote participation of children/young people in agency development
• Participate in an ‘out of hours’ support service
• Conduct occasional initial home visits and Form F assessments

What You Need

• A Social Work qualification
• Professional registration with Social Work Wales or equivalent
• Strong report writing skills
• Knowledge of relevant legislation and child safeguarding procedures
• Willingness to travel extensively, including occasional overnight stays
• Confidence in transporting children in challenging situations
• Full driving licence

Ready to Make a Difference?

We would love to hear from you! Join our amazing team and help us create a positive impact in the lives of children and families. Apply now, and let’s connect!

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.