Senior / Supervising Social Worker

Join Our Team at Fostering People!

Role: Senior / Supervising Social Worker

Contract: Full Time

Basic Salary: Up to £43,626.47 per annum, depending on experience

Base Location: Remote - North West

Covering Area: Merseyside and other areas within the North West

Why Work With Us?

At Fostering People, we pride ourselves on being an innovative 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. 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 of annual leave, increasing to 35 days with length of service
• Bank Holidays
• Company Pension
• Life Assurance x2
• Employee Discount Scheme & Medical Cash Plan

Our Achievements

Our recent inspection report highlighted:

• Proactive collaboration with a wide range of agencies and professionals.
• High levels of satisfaction among carers, who feel valued and respected.
• Exceptional support and training opportunities for staff and carers.

Your Role

We are looking for a passionate Senior / Supervising Social Worker to join our friendly and dynamic team. You will primarily work with Foster Parent households in Merseyside and the North West region.

• Responsible for the recruitment, training, assessment, support, and supervision of Foster Parents.
• Ensure high-quality placements for looked-after children.

One of our long-serving, now retired, Supervising Social Workers shared:

“Fostering People is a fantastic company where you can truly make a difference in children’s lives. You will feel well supported by your line manager and senior management in an open and inclusive environment.”

About You

• Enthusiastic and committed self-starter, skilled in maintaining communication with team members and Foster Parents.
• Excellent assessment skills and strong written and verbal communication abilities.
• Qualified Social Worker with current Social Work England registration; recent experience in fostering and children’s services is desirable.
• Good working knowledge of relevant legislation, policies, and procedures related to fostering and safeguarding.
• Innovative mindset with a drive to share our creative vision, whether you’re new to fostering or an experienced social worker.

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you’re excited about the opportunity to join a supportive and dynamic team, we encourage you to apply! 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.