Senior / Supervising Social Worker
Join Our Team at Fostering People!
Are you ready to make a real difference in the lives of children and foster families? At Fostering People, an Ofsted Outstanding fostering agency, we empower our social workers to thrive in a supportive and trusting environment. Join us in making a positive impact across the East Midlands!
Role Overview
Position: Senior / Supervising Social Worker
Hours: 21 hours per week, flexible on days
Salary: Up to £39,392.73 per annum FTE, based on experience
Contract: 12-month fixed-term contract
Location: North Nottinghamshire and North Derbyshire
Why Choose Us?
At Fostering People, we pride ourselves on our exceptional support for children, foster parents, and our dedicated staff. Established in 2000, we have consistently received Outstanding ratings from Ofsted, and our recent inspection highlighted:
- Proactive collaboration with various agencies to continually enhance our services.
- Foster carers express high satisfaction, feeling valued and well-supported.
- Staff report exceptional job satisfaction, with excellent training opportunities.
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.
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 a good understanding of relevant legislation, policies, and procedures related to fostering and safeguarding.
- Share our innovative vision, whether you’re new to fostering or an experienced professional.
What We Offer
We believe in rewarding our team members with a comprehensive benefits package, including:
- £1,000 car allowance or Company Car scheme
- 30 days' annual leave, increasing to 35 days with service
- Bank holidays
- Company pension
- Life Assurance x2
- Employee Discount Scheme
- Pro-rated benefits for part-time employees
Hear From Our Team
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. The support from management is exceptional, and the environment is open and inclusive. You have the opportunity to enhance your skills and develop your interests."Ready to Make a Difference?
If you’re passionate about fostering and want to be part of a dynamic team, we’d love to hear from you! Submit your application today, and let’s discuss how you can contribute to our mission.
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.
