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 dynamic environment. Join us in the West Midlands and be part of something truly impactful!
Role Overview
Position: Senior / Supervising Social Worker
Hours: 28 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: Central West Midlands - covering Birmingham, Tamworth, Wolverhampton, Walsall, and Shrewsbury
Why Work With Us?
At Fostering People, we pride ourselves on our exceptional support system 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 a wide range of agencies to continuously improve our services.
- Foster carers report high satisfaction, feeling valued and well-supported.
- Staff enjoy exceptional training opportunities and a supportive work environment.
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 staying connected with team members and foster parents. The ideal candidate will:
- Have excellent assessment skills and strong communication abilities, both written and verbal.
- Be a qualified Social Worker with current Social Work England registration.
- Possess 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 Supervising Social Worker.
What You Can Expect From Us
Our team is known for its open and inclusive environment. One of our long-serving, now-retired Supervising Social Workers shared:
"Fostering People is a fantastic company where you can truly make a difference. You will feel well-supported and have the opportunity to enhance your skills and knowledge."
Benefits of Joining Us
- £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 (2x salary)
- Employee Discount Scheme
- Pro-rated benefits for part-time employees
Ready to Make a Difference?
If you’re passionate about fostering and want to be part of a team that values your contributions, we’d love to hear from you! Please submit your application, and we will reach out to discuss the next steps.
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.
