Job Description
Join Our Team as a Senior Supervising Social Worker!
Location: Hybrid / Office - Cambuslang
Salary: Up to £41,960.42 per annum, depending on experience
Status: Full-Time, 35 hours per week, permanent
Why Choose Us?
At Foster Care Associates Scotland (FCAS), we’ve been making a difference in the lives of children and young people since 2002. As one of the UK’s largest and most respected fostering organizations, we pride ourselves on our exceptional resources, support, and expertise. Our mission is to empower foster children and their families, helping them achieve their full potential and thrive within their communities.
With a proven track record of caring for over 2,000 children, our commitment to fostering has earned us a 'Very Good' rating from the Care Inspectorate for Scotland. Join us in our journey to create brighter futures!
Your Role and Responsibilities
As a Senior Supervising Social Worker, you will:
* Support foster carers and their families to achieve outstanding outcomes for children and young people in foster care.
* Monitor the suitability and competence of foster carers, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment.
* Provide clear guidance on the fostering task, competencies, and standards expected.
* Conduct regular supervision for allocated foster carers in line with FCAS Operational Standards.
* Collaborate with a team to identify needs within foster families, including activities and therapy.
* Ensure compliance with all key documentation for children and foster carers.
* Attend meetings and provide reports for commissioning teams regarding individual care packages.
* Encourage the participation of children and young people in agency development and community resources.
* Participate in an out-of-hours support service and day duty system on a rota basis.
What We’re Looking For
To thrive in this role, you must have:
* A Social Work qualification
* Valid Social Work registration or equivalent
* Proven ability to produce high-quality reports
* A comprehensive understanding of relevant legislation and child safeguarding procedures
* The willingness and ability to travel extensively, including occasional overnight stays
* Confidence in transporting children and young people in challenging situations
* A full driving licence
What We Offer
We believe in taking care of our team! Here’s what you can expect:
* Company Car or £2,000 Car Allowance
* 30 days of Annual Leave, increasing to 35 days with length of service + Bank Holidays
* Life Assurance
* Employee Discount Scheme
* On-site free parking
Join Us!
If you’re passionate about making a difference and meet the qualifications, we’d love to hear from you! Foster Care Associates Scotland 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 PVG check.
Take the next step in your career and help us create a brighter future for children and young people!