Supervising Social Worker - Fostering
Join Our Team as a Part-Time Supervising Social Worker - Fostering!
Location: Chesham
Covering Area: Aylesbury, Bracknell, Reading, and Woking
Salary: £29,600 per annum (£37,000 FTE)
Hours: 4 days per week (28 hours)
Why Work With Us?
At the Integrated Services Programme (ISP), we’re not just another agency; we’re a community dedicated to making a difference in the lives of children and foster parents. Established in 1987 by a passionate group of foster parents, we are proud to be the UK’s first independent foster care agency, bringing over 30 years of experience to the table.
Our mission is simple: to provide a supportive, integrated range of services that place the child at the heart of everything we do. We believe in a therapeutic approach to fostering, ensuring that every child and foster parent has access to the resources they need to thrive.
What’s in it for You?
- 🚗 £3,000 car allowance
- 🌴 30 days' annual leave (increasing to 35 days with length of service)
- 🎉 Bank Holidays
- 💼 Company Pension
- 🛡️ Life Assurance x2
- 💳 Employee Discount Scheme & Medical Cash Plan
- 📅 All benefits will be pro-rated
Your Role
As a Supervising Social Worker, you will play a crucial role in supporting foster parents and ensuring high standards of care. Your responsibilities will include:
- Providing direct support to foster parents with a manageable caseload for effective supervision.
- Conducting regular supervision sessions to monitor practice and compliance with regulatory standards.
- Collaborating with children, young people, foster parents, and other professionals to ensure comprehensive participation in safeguarding and child protection processes.
What We’re Looking For
We seek a qualified and experienced Social Worker who is enthusiastic and committed to the role of foster parents. Here’s what you need to bring:
- ✅ A Social Work England-recognised qualification in Social Work or equivalent.
- ✅ Previous experience in children and families social work.
- ✅ Familiarity with or a desire to work within a therapeutic model of childcare.
- ✅ A solid understanding of relevant legislation and publications related to children's services.
- ✅ A full driving licence with unrestricted access to your own car.
Working Conditions
This is a demanding yet rewarding position that requires excellent report writing skills and the ability to meet strict deadlines. You will also be responsible for quality assurance and training for both prospective and current foster parents.
All successful candidates will undergo an enhanced DBS check, with the cost covered by ISP.
Our Commitment
ISP is an equal opportunities employer, and we warmly welcome applications from all qualified candidates. We are dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults, and we expect all staff to share this commitment.
If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact and join a supportive team, we’d love to hear from you!
