Senior / Supervising Social Worker
Join Our Team at Fostering People!
Role: Senior / Supervising Social Worker
Contract: Full Time, Permanent
Basic Salary: Up to £43,626.47 per annum, dependent upon experience
Base Location: Remote - North East
Covering Area: Teesside and other areas of the North East
Why Choose Us?
At Fostering People, we pride ourselves on being an innovative and developing provider with an Outstanding inspection rating. Since our establishment in 2000, we have built a reputation for delivering exceptional support to our children, Foster Parents, and dedicated staff team. Our commitment to excellence has earned us four consecutive Outstanding inspections from Ofsted!
What We Offer
- £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
Your Role
As a Senior / Supervising Social Worker, you will be a vital part of our friendly and dynamic team, primarily working with Foster Parents in the Teesside area, with opportunities to support households across the North East. Your responsibilities will include:
- Recruiting, training, and assessing Foster Parents
- Providing ongoing support and supervision to ensure high-quality placements for looked-after children
One of our long-serving, now retired, Supervising Social Workers shared:
"Fostering People are a fantastic company to work for where you really feel as though you can make a difference to children's lives. You will feel well supported by your line manager and also by senior management - it's a very open and inclusive environment where you feel able to share your ideas and have them listened to."About You
We are looking for an enthusiastic and committed self-starter who can work independently while maintaining strong connections with team members and Foster Parents. The ideal candidate will possess:
- Excellent assessment and communication skills (both written and verbal)
- Strong IT skills and the ability to produce high-quality reports
- A qualification in Social Work and current Social Work England registration
- Recent experience in fostering and children's services (desirable, but less experienced candidates are welcome to apply)
- A solid understanding of relevant legislation, policies, and procedures related to fostering and safeguarding
If you are driven and share our creative vision, whether you are new to fostering or an experienced supervising social worker, we want to hear from you!
Working Conditions
As part of our commitment to creating a supportive work environment, we offer flexibility and opportunities for professional growth. You will be part of a team that values your contributions and encourages your development.
Join Us!
Fostering People is an equal opportunities employer and has been awarded Disability Confident Employer status by Jobcentre Plus. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.
Ready to make a difference? Submit your application today, and let’s discuss how you can be part of our amazing team!
