Senior / Supervising Social Worker

Join Our Outstanding Team at Fostering People!

Are you ready to make a genuine difference in the lives of children and foster families across the East Midlands? At Fostering People, an Ofsted Outstanding fostering agency, we trust, support, and empower our social workers to excel in their roles. Join us as a Senior / Supervising Social Worker and be part of something truly special!

Role Overview

Position: Senior / Supervising Social Worker

Hours: 21 hours per week, flexible on days

Salary: Up to £39,392.73 per annum FTE, depending on experience

Contract: 12-month fixed-term contract

Location: Covering North Nottinghamshire and North Derbyshire

Why Join Us?

At Fostering People, we pride ourselves on our exceptional support for children, foster parents, and our dedicated staff. Established in 2000, we have received four consecutive Outstanding inspections from Ofsted, and our recent report highlighted:

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

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.
• Collaborate closely with team members and foster parents to foster a supportive 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:

• Be a qualified Social Worker with current Social Work England registration.
• Possess excellent assessment and communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Have good IT skills and the ability to produce high-quality reports.
• Have a solid understanding of relevant legislation, policies, and procedures related to fostering and safeguarding.

Whether you’re new to fostering or an experienced Supervising Social Worker, we want to hear from you!

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 length of service.
• Bank holidays off.
• Company pension and life assurance (x2).
• Employee Discount Scheme.
• Benefits pro-rated for part-time employees.

Join Us Today!

If you’re ready to embark on a rewarding journey with Fostering People, we encourage you to apply! Our team is excited to welcome someone who shares our vision and passion for making a difference.

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.