Supervising Social Worker - Fostering

Join Our Team as a Supervising Social Worker - Fostering!

Are you ready to make a real difference in the lives of children and families? At the Integrated Services Programme (ISP), we are on the lookout for a passionate and dedicated Supervising Social Worker to join our team in Ashurst, Southampton. With a competitive salary of up to £39,500 per annum and a full-time, permanent contract, this is your chance to be part of something truly impactful!

About Us

Founded in 1987 by a group of devoted 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 focused on providing integrated support services for looked-after children. Our mission is simple: to place the child at the heart of everything we do.

We believe in a therapeutic approach to fostering, surrounding children and foster parents with a network of professionals, including social workers, fostering advisors, teachers, and therapists. Together, we tackle even the most challenging situations, ensuring every child has the support they need to thrive.

Your Role

As a Supervising Social Worker, you will:

• Provide direct support to foster parents, managing a realistic caseload that allows for meaningful 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 assessments, planning, and decision-making related to safeguarding and child protection.

What We’re Looking For

We seek a qualified and experienced Social Worker or Senior Social Worker who is:

• Enthusiastic and committed to the role of foster parents and their invaluable skills.
• Experienced in working collaboratively with foster parents and within a multi-disciplinary environment.
• Skilled in report writing and able to meet strict deadlines.
• Possessing a full driving license and unrestricted access to your own car.

To be considered, you must hold a Social Care England recognized qualification in Social Work or equivalent, along with previous experience in children and families social work. A comprehensive understanding of relevant legislation and publications is essential.

Working Conditions

This is a demanding yet rewarding position that includes:

• A quality assurance role to maintain high standards.
• A training role for prospective and current foster parents.

Why Join ISP?

At ISP, we value our team and offer a range of benefits to support your well-being and professional growth:

• £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

ISP is an equal opportunities employer and encourages applications from all 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.

If you’re ready to take on this fulfilling role and help shape the future of fostering, we’d love to hear from you!