Supervising Social Worker - Fostering

Join Our Team as a Part-Time Supervising Social Worker - Fostering!

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and families? Do you have the skills and experience to support foster parents in their vital roles? If so, we invite you to consider joining our Integrated Services Programme (ISP) team in Chesham!

About Us

Founded in 1987 by a dedicated group of foster parents, ISP is proud to be the UK's first independent foster care agency. With over 30 years of experience, we have built a strong foundation of support for looked-after children, ensuring they receive the specialized care they need. Our Integrated Services Programme focuses on a therapeutic approach to fostering, surrounding children and foster parents with a network of professionals, including social workers, teachers, and therapists.

Your Role

As a Part-Time Supervising Social Worker, you will play a crucial role in supporting foster parents and ensuring high standards of care. This position offers a unique opportunity to work collaboratively with a team of professionals dedicated to the well-being of children.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct support to foster parents, maintaining a realistic caseload for effective supervision.
• Conduct regular supervision sessions, enabling foster parents to enhance their practice and comply with regulatory standards.
• Collaborate with children, young people, foster parents, and other professionals to ensure full participation in assessments, planning, and decision-making related to safeguarding and child protection.

Requirements

We are looking for a qualified and experienced Social Worker who is enthusiastic and committed to the role of foster parents. The ideal candidate will have:

• A Social Work England-recognised qualification in Social Work or equivalent.
• Previous experience in children and families social work.
• A desire to work within a therapeutic model of childcare.
• A comprehensive understanding of relevant legislation pertaining to children's services.
• A full driving licence and unrestricted access to your own car.

Working Conditions

This part-time position is based in Chesham, covering areas including Aylesbury, Bracknell, Reading, and Woking. You will work 28 hours per week, spread over 4 days.

Benefits

We value our team members and offer a range of benefits, including:

• £3,000 car allowance.
• 30 days of annual leave, increasing to 35 days with length of service.
• Bank Holidays off.
• Company Pension and Life Assurance (x2).
• Employee Discount Scheme & Medical Cash Plan.

All benefits will be pro-rated based on your part-time status.

Join Us!

If you are ready to make a meaningful impact and work in a supportive environment, we encourage you to apply. At ISP, we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. We welcome applications from suitably qualified candidates and are proud to be an equal opportunities employer.

Take the next step in your career and help us continue our mission of providing exceptional care and support to those who need it most!