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, depending on experience
Base Location: Remote - North East
Covering Area: Teesside and other areas of the North East
Why Work With Us?
At Fostering People, we pride ourselves on being an innovative and supportive provider in the fostering sector. With an Outstanding inspection rating from Ofsted, we are dedicated to making a real difference in the lives of children and Foster Parents alike. Established in 2000, our commitment to excellence has led to four consecutive Outstanding inspections.
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 an integral part of our friendly and dynamic team, primarily working with Foster Parents in the Teesside area. Your responsibilities will include:
- Recruiting, training, assessing, supporting, and supervising a diverse range of Foster Parents.
- Ensuring 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."Who You Are
- An enthusiastic and committed self-starter who thrives both independently and as part of a team.
- Excellent assessment skills and strong communication abilities, both written and verbal.
- A qualified Social Worker with current Social Work England registration.
- Recent experience in fostering and children's services is desirable, but we welcome less experienced candidates as well.
- A good working knowledge of relevant legislation, policies, and procedures related to fostering and safeguarding.
- A creative thinker who shares our vision for innovation in fostering.
Working Conditions
This is a remote position, allowing you the flexibility to manage your work-life balance while making a significant impact in your community.
Ready to Make a Difference?
If you’re passionate about fostering and want to be part of a team that values your input and supports your growth, we want to hear from you! Please submit your application, and we will be in touch to discuss the next steps.
Fostering People is proud to be 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.
