Senior / Supervising Social Worker

Join Our Outstanding Team at Fostering People!

Are you ready to make a genuine difference in the lives of children and foster families across the East Midlands? At Fostering People, we pride ourselves on being an Ofsted Outstanding fostering agency where our social workers are trusted, supported, and empowered.

Role Overview

Position: Senior / Supervising Social Worker

Hours: 21 hours per week, flexible on days

Salary: Up to £39,392.73 per annum FTE, depending on experience

Contract: 12-month fixed-term contract

Location: Covering North Nottinghamshire and North Derbyshire

Why Join Us?

At Fostering People, we are more than just a fostering agency; we are a community dedicated to providing exceptional support to our children, Foster Parents, and staff. Established in 2000, we have consistently received Outstanding inspections from Ofsted, and our recent report 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 training opportunities for both staff and carers.

Your Responsibilities

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 closely with a friendly and dynamic team.

What We’re Looking For

We seek an enthusiastic and committed self-starter who can work independently while staying connected with team members and Foster Parents. The ideal candidate will:

• Be a qualified Social Worker with current Social Work England registration.
• Possess excellent assessment and communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Have good IT skills and the ability to produce high-quality reports.
• Have a solid understanding of relevant legislation, policies, and procedures related to fostering and safeguarding.

What We Offer

Joining Fostering People comes with a range of fantastic benefits:

• £1,000 car allowance or Company Car scheme.
• 30 days of annual leave, increasing to 35 days with length of service.
• Bank holidays off.
• Company pension and life assurance (x2).
• Employee Discount Scheme.
• Benefits pro-rated for part-time employees.

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you’re passionate about fostering and want to be part of a supportive and innovative agency, we’d love to hear from you! Join us at Fostering People, where your ideas are valued, and your professional growth is encouraged.

Fostering People is 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.