Supervising Social Worker - Fostering

Join Our Team as a Supervising Social Worker - Fostering!

Are you ready to make a real difference in the lives of children and families? At the Integrated Services Programme (ISP), we are on the lookout for a passionate and dedicated Supervising Social Worker to join our team in Ashurst, Southampton. With a competitive salary of up to £39,500 per annum and a full-time, permanent contract, this is your chance to be part of something truly special!

About Us

Founded in 1987 by a group of devoted foster parents, ISP is proud to be the UK’s first independent foster care agency. With over 30 years of experience, we have built a strong foundation focused on providing integrated support services for looked-after children. Our mission is to ensure that every child receives the specialized care they deserve, surrounded by a network of professionals including social workers, fostering advisors, teachers, and therapists.

Your Role

As a Supervising Social Worker, you will play a vital 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, ensuring effective supervision.
• Conducting regular supervision sessions to monitor practice and compliance with regulatory standards.
• Collaborating with children, young people, foster parents, and other professionals to facilitate participation in assessments and decision-making.

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 license and unrestricted access to your own car.

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.

Working Conditions

In this demanding yet rewarding position, you will also take on a quality assurance role to maintain high standards and provide training to both prospective and current foster parents. The successful candidate will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check, which will be covered by ISP.

Why Choose ISP?

We believe in taking care of our team just as much as we take care of the children and families we serve. Here’s what we offer:

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

At ISP, we are an equal opportunities employer and actively encourage applications from qualified candidates. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults, and we expect all staff to share this commitment.

If you’re ready to embark on a fulfilling career where you can truly make a difference, we’d love to hear from you!