Senior / Supervising Social Worker

Join Our Team as a Senior / Supervising Social Worker!

Are you ready to make a meaningful impact 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 dynamic team. With a reputation for excellence and an Outstanding inspection rating, we pride ourselves on providing exceptional support to our children, Foster Parents, and staff.

About Us

Established in 2000, Fostering People has consistently achieved Outstanding ratings from Ofsted, thanks to our commitment to learning and improving our services. Our recent inspection highlighted:

• Proactive collaboration with a wide range of agencies and professionals.
• High levels of satisfaction among staff and Foster Parents.
• Robust and fair assessment processes.
• Excellent support and training opportunities for staff and carers.

Your Role

As a Senior / Supervising Social Worker, you will:

• Recruit, train, assess, and support Foster Parents.
• Ensure high-quality placements for looked-after children.
• Work primarily with Foster Parent households in Merseyside and the North West.

One of our former Supervising Social Workers shared, "Fostering People is a fantastic company where you can truly make a difference. The support from management is exceptional, and the environment is open and inclusive."

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 have:

• 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).
• A solid understanding of relevant legislation, policies, and procedures related to fostering and safeguarding.

Working Conditions

This is a full-time position with a base location of Remote - North West, covering areas including Merseyside. You will enjoy:

• A competitive salary of up to £43,626.47 per annum, based on experience.
• A £1,000 car allowance or a company car scheme.
• 30 days of annual leave, increasing to 35 days with length of service.
• Bank Holidays, a company pension, and life assurance (x2).
• Employee discount scheme and medical cash plan.

Why Join Us?

At Fostering People, we believe in fostering not just children, but also our staff. You will have the opportunity to enhance your skills, develop your interests, and be part of a supportive and innovative agency. If you are driven and share our creative vision, we want to hear from you!

Fostering People is an equal opportunities employer and has been awarded Disability Confident Employer status. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.

Ready to make a difference? Submit your application today!