Job Description
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Nurture Fostering is seeking an experienced Senior Supervising Social Worker to join our well-established, family-owned Independent Fostering Agency in Lewisham. Rated Good by Ofsted, we pride ourselves on being a small, supportive service where social workers are truly valued. This is a full-time maternity cover opportunity, ideal for a confident and motivated social worker looking to take the next step in their career within a friendly and collaborative team. What We Offer
* Ongoing training and professional development
* Supportive and approachable management team
* A welcoming, close-knit working environment
* The opportunity to work for a Good Ofsted-rated IFA
Role Responsibilities
* Supervise and support three social workers
* Hold a small caseload of 3–5 foster carers
* Take a lead role in investigations and referrals (with training and support provided)
* Support and mentor Newly Qualified Social Workers (NQSWs)
* Contribute to the ongoing development of high-quality fostering practice
About You
* Qualified Social Worker xsngvjr
* Registered with Social Work England
* Experience in fostering and/or Local Authority children’s social work
* A minimum of three years’ post-qualifying experience
* A full driving licence is desirable
If this role sounds like a good fit for you, we’d love to hear from you. Please submit your CV (preferably in Word format) via this site.