Supervising Social Worker

Join Our Family at Foster Care Associates!

Role: Supervising Social Worker
Basic Salary: Up to £38,616.92 per annum (dependent upon experience)
Contract: Full Time, Permanent
Office Location: Chorley (Homebased, supporting foster parents in Manchester and surrounding areas)

Why Choose Us?

At Foster Care Associates (FCA), we believe in making a positive impact on the lives of looked-after children. Founded in 1994 by a former foster parent and social worker, we are proud to be part of the Polaris Community, one of the UK's largest networks of children's service providers. Our mission is simple yet powerful: to make a lasting difference for children, families, and communities.

As one of the largest independent fostering agencies in the country, we maintain a family-like atmosphere where every child and foster parent is supported every minute of the day. Join us in our journey to help children and young people reach their full potential!

What You'll Do

As a Supervising Social Worker, your role will be vital in supporting foster families and ensuring the best outcomes for children in care. Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting foster parents to achieve outstanding outcomes for children and young people.
• Monitoring the suitability and competence of foster parents, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment.
• Providing clear guidance on fostering tasks, competencies, and FCA policies.
• Conducting regular supervision sessions with allocated foster parents.
• Collaborating with the child's network to identify needs and provide necessary support.
• Ensuring compliance with all key documentation for children and foster parents.
• Attending meetings and providing reports for commissioning teams.
• Encouraging participation of children/young people in agency development and community resources.
• Participating in an out-of-hours support service on a rota basis.
• Occasionally conducting initial home visits and Form F assessments.

What We’re Looking For

To thrive in this role, you should possess the following qualifications and skills:

• A Social Work qualification.
• Professional registration with Social Work England or equivalent.
• Proven ability to produce high-quality reports.
• Comprehensive knowledge of relevant legislation and child safeguarding procedures.
• Willingness to travel extensively, including occasional overnight stays.
• Confidence in transporting children and young people in challenging situations.
• A full driving licence.

What We Offer

We value our team and offer a range of benefits to support your well-being and professional growth:

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

Join Us!

If you’re ready to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and families, we want to hear from you! Apply now to be part of our dedicated team at Foster Care Associates.

Note: The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check. FCA is an equal opportunities employer and has been awarded the Disability Confident Employer status by Jobcentre Plus.