Join Our Team as a Supervising Social Worker!
Contract Type: Full-Time
Salary: Up to £39,000 (dependent on experience)
Contract Term: 12 Month Fixed Term Maternity Cover
Hours: 37 hours per week
Office Location: Northwest
Start Date: March 2026
Exciting Benefits Await You!
* £3,000 Car Allowance
* 30 days Annual Leave (increasing to 35 days with length of service) + Bank Holidays
* Company Pension
* Life Assurance x2
* Employee Discount Scheme
* Medical Cash Plan
About Us
At Orange Grove, we believe that strong relationships are the cornerstone of successful fostering. Founded in 1996 by two dedicated social workers, our mission has always been to nurture connections—whether it's with the children in our care, our foster parents, or our partners in the community.
We are committed to creating a safe and positive family environment for the children we serve, while also providing tailored support to our foster parents. Join us in making a difference!
The Role
We are on the lookout for a qualified and experienced Social Worker who is enthusiastic and committed to the fostering community. Your role will involve:
* Collaborating with foster parents to ensure meaningful supervision of placements.
* Maintaining high standards through quality assurance and training for foster parents.
* Recruiting, training, and supervising foster parents while promoting the welfare of children.
This is a demanding yet rewarding position that requires excellent report writing skills and the ability to meet strict deadlines. A full driving license and the ability to travel across the North West are essential.
Requirements
* Hold a Social Work England qualification in Social Work or equivalent, and be registered with Social Work England.
* Experience working within fostering.
* Comprehensive knowledge of fostering regulations, child care law, and safeguarding legislation.
* Excellent communication skills and a commitment to high-quality practice.
* Willingness to work occasional evenings and weekends.
* Good IT skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office and databases.
Working Conditions
You will be part of an Out of Hours rota for the Northwest region, providing phone support and signposting as needed. An Enhanced DBS check will be required (cost covered by Orange Grove Fostercare).
Why Choose Us?
At Orange Grove Fostercare, we are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We actively encourage applications from qualified candidates who share our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults.
Join us in making a meaningful impact in the lives of children and families. Your journey starts here!