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 Senior / Supervising Social Worker to join our dynamic team. This is a fantastic opportunity to work remotely in the North East, primarily covering the Teesside area.

About Us

At Fostering People, we pride ourselves on being an innovative provider with an Outstanding inspection rating. Since our establishment in 2000, we have built a reputation for exceptional support to our children, Foster Parents, and dedicated staff. Our commitment to excellence has earned us four consecutive Outstanding inspections from Ofsted.

Our recent inspection highlighted:

• Proactive 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 and support opportunities.

Your Role

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.
• Work closely with Foster Parents, providing them with the support they need to thrive.

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 have:

• 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 not essential).
• A solid understanding of relevant legislation, policies, and procedures related to fostering and safeguarding.

Working Conditions

This is a full-time, permanent position with a competitive salary of up to £43,626.47 per annum, depending on experience. You will enjoy:

• A £1,000 car allowance or access to a company car scheme.
• 30 days of annual leave, increasing to 35 days with length of service.
• Bank Holidays off.
• A company pension and life assurance (x2).
• Employee discount schemes and a medical cash plan.

Why Join Us?

At Fostering People, we believe in fostering not just children, but also our staff. We offer a supportive environment where you can enhance your skills, explore your interests, and grow professionally. If you’re driven and share our creative vision, we want to hear from you!

Ready to take the next step in your career? Apply now and become part of a team that truly values your contributions!

Fostering People is an equal opportunities employer and has been awarded Disability Confident Employer status by Jobcentre Plus. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.