Senior / Supervising Social Worker

Join Our Team at Fostering People!

Are you ready to make a real difference in the lives of children and families? We are looking for a passionate and dedicated Senior / Supervising Social Worker to join our innovative team. With a full-time contract and a competitive salary of up to £43,626.47 per annum (dependent on experience), this is your chance to be part of something truly special!

About Us

At Fostering People, we pride ourselves on our outstanding reputation and commitment to excellence. Established in 2000, we have consistently received Outstanding ratings from Ofsted, thanks to our proactive approach and dedication to supporting our children, Foster Parents, and staff. Our recent inspection highlighted:

• Strong collaboration with a wide range of agencies and professionals.
• High levels of satisfaction among staff and Foster Parents.
• Robust and fair assessment processes.
• Excellent training opportunities for both staff and carers.

Your Role

As a Senior / Supervising Social Worker, you will play a crucial role in:

• Recruiting, training, and assessing Foster Parents.
• Providing ongoing support and supervision to ensure high-quality placements for looked-after children.
• Working primarily with Foster Parent households in Merseyside and the North West.

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 valued in an open and inclusive environment.”

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 possess:

• Excellent assessment and communication skills (both written and verbal).
• Strong IT skills and the ability to produce high-quality reports.
• A qualification in Social Work and current Social Work England registration.
• Recent experience in fostering and children’s services (desirable, but less experienced candidates are welcome to apply).
• A solid understanding of relevant legislation, policies, and procedures related to fostering and safeguarding.

Working Conditions & Benefits

We offer a supportive and flexible working environment, including:

• A £1,000 Car Allowance or a Company Car scheme.
• 30 days of annual leave, increasing to 35 days with length of service.
• Bank Holidays off.
• A comprehensive Company Pension plan.
• Life Assurance at 2x salary.
• Employee Discount Scheme & Medical Cash Plan.

Why Join Us?

At Fostering People, you will have the opportunity to enhance your skills, develop your interests, and be part of a team that truly values your contributions. If you’re ready to embark on a rewarding journey with us, we’d love to hear from you!

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.