Principal Social Worker - Fostering

Join Our Team as a Principal Social Worker - Fostering!

Location: Long Eaton
Hours: 35 hours per week, Permanent
Salary: £45,000 - £47,000 per annum, dependent upon experience

Why Choose Us?

At Fosterplus, we have been making a difference since 1996. With over 25 years of experience as an independent fostering agency, we are dedicated to providing stability and support for children and young people who have faced disrupted childhoods. Our mission is clear: to create positive and stable family environments that allow children to thrive emotionally and academically.

What We Offer

We believe in rewarding our team for their hard work and dedication. Here’s what you can expect:

• £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 our Principal Social Worker, you will play a crucial role in:

• Supporting and deputising for the Registered Manager as needed
• Supervising team members to ensure effective functioning
• Empowering foster parents to reach their full potential
• Monitoring compliance and promoting best practices
• Collaborating with children, young people, foster parents, and professionals to prioritize safeguarding and positive outcomes
• Joining an out-of-hours rota to provide managerial support to Social Workers

What We’re Looking For

We seek a qualified and experienced social worker who is passionate about making a difference. Here’s what you need:

• A Social Care England recognized qualification in Social Work or equivalent
• Experience working with children and young people, particularly those in care
• A solid understanding of relevant legislation and fostering standards
• Strong leadership skills and the ability to work autonomously while being a team player
• Excellent communication skills to build positive relationships with children, foster parents, and professionals
• A full driving license with unrestricted access to your own car

Working Conditions

Flexibility is key! You may need to work occasional evenings and weekends to meet the needs of the agency and the families we support.

Why Fosterplus?

If you are looking for a role where your values, expertise, and leadership can genuinely shape lives, this is your chance to join a committed and compassionate team that puts children and young people at the heart of everything we do.

Fosterplus is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible 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.

The successful candidate will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check, the cost of which will be met by Fosterplus.