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 the West Midlands and be part of something truly impactful!

Role Overview

Position: Senior / Supervising Social Worker
Hours: 28 hours per week (flexible days)
Salary: Up to £39,392.73 per annum FTE, based on experience
Contract: 12-month fixed-term
Location: Central West Midlands - covering Birmingham, Tamworth, Wolverhampton, Walsall, and Shrewsbury

Why Choose 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 various agencies to enhance our services.
• Foster carers report high satisfaction, feeling valued and well-supported.
• Staff enjoy excellent 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 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 solid understanding of relevant legislation and policies 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 taking care of our team. Here’s what you can expect:

• £1,000 car allowance or a Company Car scheme.
• 30 days of annual leave, increasing to 35 days with service.
• Bank holidays off.
• Company pension and 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. You’ll feel well-supported and valued in an open and inclusive environment.”

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! Please submit your application, and we’ll be in touch 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.