Senior / Supervising Social Worker

Join Our Team at Foster Care Associates!

Role: Senior / Supervising Social Worker

Basic Salary: £31,151.65 - £36,323.65 per annum, based on experience

Location: Hybrid / Office Based - Sheffield

Covering Area: Sheffield, Rotherham & Barnsley

Why Choose Us?

This is an incredible opportunity to become part of a passionate and supportive team at Foster Care Associates (FCA). We are on the lookout for a dedicated Full-Time Senior / Supervising Social Worker to help us enhance and promote our fostering services in the Yorkshire and Lincolnshire areas. Our regional office is conveniently located on the outskirts of Sheffield, and we embrace a hybrid working model that offers flexibility to work from home. While occasional travel to the office and visits to Foster Parents and children are required, we prioritize your work-life balance!

About Us

Founded in 1994 by a former foster parent and social worker, Foster Care Associates is a well-established fostering agency and part of the Polaris Community, one of the UK’s largest children’s services providers. Our mission is simple yet powerful: to make a positive and lasting difference in the lives of looked-after children.

Over the years, we have built a strong reputation for excellence, offering a wide range of services to children and families. At FCA, we believe in the importance of community and support, treating every child and Foster Parent as part of our family.

Your Responsibilities

As a Senior / Supervising Social Worker, you will:

• Support Foster Parents and their families to achieve outstanding outcomes for children and young people in foster care.
• Supervise and monitor the suitability and competence of Foster Parents, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment.
• Ensure Foster Parents understand their roles, competencies, and the standards expected of them.
• Provide regular supervision to allocated Foster Parents in line with FCA’s Operational Standards.
• Work collaboratively to identify needs within foster families, including respite and activities.
• Maintain compliance in all child and Foster Parent records.
• Attend meetings and provide reports for commissioning teams regarding individual care packages.
• Encourage participation of children and young people in agency development and community resources.
• Deliver training sessions to Foster Parents.
• Participate in an out-of-hours support service on a rota basis.
• Conduct occasional initial home visits and Form F assessments.

What We’re Looking For

To thrive in this role, you should have:

• A Social Work qualification.
• Professional registration with Social Work England or equivalent.
• Proven ability to produce high-quality reports.
• A comprehensive understanding of relevant legislation and child safeguarding procedures.
• The willingness and ability to travel extensively across the Yorkshire area.
• Confidence in transporting children and young people in challenging situations.
• A full driving licence.

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.
• Life Assurance.
• Company Pension.
• On-site Free Parking.
• Employee Discount Scheme & Medical Cash Plan.

We would love to hear from you! If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact and join our amazing, friendly team, please apply today. We can’t wait to welcome you aboard!

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