Senior / Supervising Social Worker

Join Our Team at Fostering People!

Are you ready to make a real difference 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 and supportive team. With a full-time contract and a competitive salary of up to £43,626.47 per annum (dependent on experience), this is your chance to be part of something truly special!

About Us

Established in 2000, Fostering People has built a stellar reputation for providing exceptional support to children, Foster Parents, and our dedicated staff. We are proud to have received four consecutive Outstanding inspections from Ofsted, and our recent report highlighted our commitment to continuous improvement and collaboration with various agencies.

Our staff and Foster Parents report high levels of satisfaction, feeling valued and respected in their roles. We believe in fostering a positive environment where everyone can thrive!

Your Role

As a Senior / Supervising Social Worker, you will:

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

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." This is the kind of environment we strive to create!

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 skills and strong communication abilities, both written and verbal.
• Have good IT skills and the ability to produce high-quality reports.
• Bring a solid understanding of relevant legislation, policies, and procedures related to fostering and safeguarding.
• Share our creative vision and drive, whether you’re new to fostering or an experienced professional.

Working Conditions & Benefits

We offer a flexible and supportive working environment, including:

• £1,000 Car Allowance or a Company Car scheme.
• 30 days of annual leave, increasing to 35 days with length of service.
• Bank Holidays off.
• A comprehensive Company Pension.
• Life Assurance at 2x salary.
• Employee Discount Scheme & Medical Cash Plan.

Join Us!

If you’re ready to embark on a rewarding journey with Fostering People, we encourage you to apply! We are an equal opportunities employer and have been awarded Disability Confident Employer status by Jobcentre Plus. Please note that the successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.

Take the next step in your career and help us continue to make a positive impact in the lives of children and families!