Principal Social Worker - Fostering

Join Our Team at Fosterplus!

Position: Principal Social Worker - Fostering

Location: Long Eaton, Milton Keynes, and Stonehouse/Gloucester will be considered

Hours: 35 hours per week, permanent

Salary: £45,000 - £47,000 per annum, dependent upon experience

Why Work With Us?

At Fosterplus, we believe in creating a nurturing environment for children and young people who have faced challenges in their lives. With over 30 years of experience as an independent fostering agency, we are dedicated to breaking the cycle of disrupted childhoods by providing stability and support.

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 our Principal Social Worker, you will play a crucial role in fostering a culture that recognizes the impact of trauma, abuse, and neglect on children and young people. Your responsibilities will include:

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

What We’re Looking For:

We are seeking a qualified and experienced social worker who is passionate about making a difference. You should have:

• A Social Work England recognized qualification in Social Work or equivalent
• Experience working with children and young people, including those looked after
• A comprehensive understanding of relevant legislation and fostering standards
• A full driving license with unrestricted access to your own car

Strong leadership skills, excellent communication abilities, and a commitment to safeguarding are essential. You should be able to work autonomously while also being an effective team player.

Why Choose Fosterplus?

If you are looking for a role where your values, expertise, and leadership can genuinely shape lives, this is your opportunity! 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 encourages applications from suitably qualified candidates. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults, and 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.