Supervising Social Worker - Fostering

Join Our Team as a Supervising Social Worker - Fostering!

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and families? At the Integrated Services Programme (ISP), we are looking for a dedicated Supervising Social Worker to join our dynamic team in Enfield. With a competitive salary of up to £39,500 per annum and a range of fantastic benefits, this is an opportunity you won’t want to miss!

About Us

Founded in 1987 by a group of committed foster parents, ISP is proud to be the UK’s first independent foster care agency. With over 30 years of experience, we have developed a unique Integrated Service Programme that places children at the heart of everything we do. Our holistic approach includes a network of professionals—social workers, fostering advisors, teachers, and therapists—who work collaboratively to support foster parents and the children they care for.

Your Role

As a Supervising Social Worker, you will:

• Provide direct support to foster parents, managing a realistic caseload that allows for meaningful supervision.
• Conduct regular supervision sessions, monitoring practice and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
• Collaborate with children, young people, foster parents, and other professionals to facilitate participation in assessments, planning, and decision-making related to safeguarding and child protection.

What We’re Looking For

We seek a qualified and experienced Social Worker or Senior Social Worker who is:

• Enthusiastic and committed to the role of foster parents.
• Experienced in working collaboratively with foster parents and within a multi-disciplinary environment.
• Skilled in report writing and able to meet strict deadlines.
• Holds a Social Care England recognized qualification in Social Work or equivalent.
• Possesses a comprehensive understanding of relevant legislation pertaining to children’s services.
• Has a full driving license and unrestricted access to a car.

Working Conditions

This is a full-time position that comes with the following benefits:

• £3,000 Car Allowance
• 30 days of annual leave, increasing to 35 days with length of service, plus bank holidays
• Company Pension
• Life Assurance (x2)
• Employee Discount Scheme
• Medical Cash Plan

Why Choose ISP?

At ISP, we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates and are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. Join us in our mission to provide exceptional support to foster families and make a lasting impact in the community!

Ready to take the next step in your career? We can’t wait to hear from you!