Supervising Social Worker - Fostering

Join Our Team as a Part-Time Supervising Social Worker - Fostering!

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and families? Do you have the skills and experience to support foster parents in their vital role? If so, we invite you to explore this exciting opportunity with the Integrated Services Programme (ISP) based in Chesham!

About Us

Founded in 1987 by a dedicated group of 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 of support for looked-after children, ensuring they receive the specialized care they deserve. Our Integrated Services Programme surrounds children and foster parents with a network of professionals, including social workers, fostering advisors, teachers, and therapists, all committed to a therapeutic approach to fostering.

Your Role

As a Part-Time Supervising Social Worker, you will play a crucial role in supporting foster parents and ensuring high standards of care. This position is both rewarding and challenging, offering you the chance to make a real impact in the fostering community.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide direct support to foster parents, managing a realistic caseload for effective supervision.
• Conduct regular supervision sessions, enabling foster parents to enhance their practice and comply with regulatory standards.
• Collaborate with children, young people, foster parents, and other professionals to ensure full participation in safeguarding and child protection processes.

What We’re Looking For

We are seeking a qualified and experienced Social Worker who is enthusiastic and committed to the fostering journey. Your ability to work collaboratively with foster parents and other professionals is essential.

Requirements:

• Recognized qualification in Social Work or equivalent.
• Previous experience in children and families social work.
• Experience or a desire to work within a therapeutic model of childcare.
• Strong knowledge of relevant legislation and publications related to children's services.
• Full driving licence with unrestricted access to your own car.
• Excellent report writing skills and ability to meet strict deadlines.

Working Conditions

This part-time role offers 28 hours per week over 4 days, allowing for a balanced work-life dynamic. You will be based in Chesham, covering areas including Aylesbury, Bracknell, Reading, and Woking.

Benefits

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

• £3,000 car allowance.
• 30 days of annual leave, increasing to 35 days with length of service.
• Bank Holidays off.
• Company Pension and Life Assurance (x2).
• Employee Discount Scheme & Medical Cash Plan.

All benefits will be pro-rated for part-time employees.

Join Us!

If you are ready to take on this rewarding challenge and contribute to the lives of children and families, we encourage you to apply! At ISP, 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.

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