Supervising Social Worker - Fostering
Join Our Team as a Part-Time Supervising Social Worker - Fostering!
Integrated Services Programme (ISP)
Base 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 ISP, we’re not just a team; we’re a family dedicated to making a real difference in the lives of children and foster parents. Established in 1987 by passionate foster parents, we are proud to be the UK’s first independent foster care agency. With over 30 years of experience, we continue to innovate and provide exceptional support to those who need it most.
What We Offer
- £3,000 car allowance
- 30 days of 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 the highest standards of care for children. 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 ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
- Collaborating with children, young people, foster parents, and other professionals to facilitate participation in assessments and decision-making related to safeguarding and child protection.
What We’re Looking For
We seek a qualified and experienced Social Worker who is enthusiastic and committed to fostering. You should have:
- A Social Work England-recognised qualification in Social Work or equivalent.
- Previous experience in children and families social work.
- A desire to work within a therapeutic model of childcare.
- A comprehensive understanding of relevant legislation pertaining 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 combines quality assurance and training for foster parents. You will need to be an excellent report writer and able to meet strict deadlines.
Join Us in Making a Difference!
The successful candidate will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check, which will be covered by ISP. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications from all qualified candidates.
ISP is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff to share this commitment.
Are you ready to make a meaningful impact? We can’t wait to hear from you!
