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 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

Location: Covering North Nottinghamshire and North Derbyshire

Why Join Us?

At Fostering People, we are not just a fostering agency; we are a community dedicated to providing exceptional support to our children, Foster Parents, and dedicated staff. Established in 2000, we have consistently received Outstanding ratings from Ofsted, thanks to our proactive approach and commitment to improvement.

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
• Benefits pro-rated for part-time employees

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.
• Collaborate closely with a variety of agencies and professionals.

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 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.

Hear From Our Team

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 senior management in a very open and inclusive environment.”

Join Us!

If you’re ready to enhance your skills and knowledge while making a real impact, we want to hear from you! Fostering People is an equal opportunities employer and has been awarded Disability Confident Employer status by Jobcentre Plus.

All successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.

Take the next step in your career and apply today!