Senior / Supervising Social Worker

Join Our Team as a Senior / Supervising Social Worker!

Are you ready to make a meaningful impact in the lives of children and families? At Fostering People, we are on the lookout for a passionate and dedicated Senior / Supervising Social Worker to join our innovative team. With a reputation for excellence and an Outstanding inspection rating, we pride ourselves on providing exceptional support to our children, Foster Parents, and staff.

About Us

Established in 2000, Fostering People has grown significantly in the fostering sector, receiving four consecutive Outstanding inspections from Ofsted. Our recent report highlighted:

• Proactive collaboration with a wide range of agencies and professionals.
• High levels of satisfaction among staff and Foster Parents.
• Robust and fair assessment processes.
• Excellent training opportunities for both staff and carers.

Your Role

As a Senior / Supervising Social Worker, you will:

• Recruit, train, assess, support, and supervise Foster Parents.
• Ensure high-quality placements for looked-after children.
• Work primarily with Foster Parent households in Merseyside and the North West.

One of our former Supervising Social Workers shared, "Fostering People is a fantastic company where you can truly make a difference. The support from management is exceptional, and the environment is open and inclusive."

What We’re Looking For

We seek an enthusiastic and committed self-starter who can work independently while maintaining strong connections with team members and Foster Parents. The ideal candidate will:

• Be a qualified Social Worker with current Social Work England registration.
• Possess excellent assessment and communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Have good IT skills and the ability to produce high-quality reports.
• Have a solid understanding of relevant legislation, policies, and procedures related to fostering and safeguarding.
• Bring a drive for innovation and creativity, whether you are new to fostering or an experienced professional.

Working Conditions

This is a full-time position with a base salary of up to £43,626.47 per annum, depending on experience. You will work remotely, covering Merseyside and other areas within the North West.

Benefits

We value our team and offer a range of benefits, including:

• £1,000 Car Allowance or Company Car scheme
• 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

Join Us!

If you are ready to take the next step in your career and make a real difference, we would love to hear from you! Fostering People is an equal opportunities employer and has been awarded Disability Confident Employer status by Jobcentre Plus. Please note that the successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.