Join Our Team as a Senior/Supervising Social Worker!
Basic Salary: £30,338 - £37,444.68 per annum (dependent on experience)
Benefits: Company Car or £2,000 Car Allowance, 30 days' Annual Leave (increasing to 35 days with service), Bank Holidays, Life Assurance, Company Pension, On-site Free Parking, Employee Discount Scheme, and Medical Cash Plan
Location: Office Based - Hull
Covering Area: Hull, East Yorkshire & Lincolnshire
Are you ready to make a real difference in the lives of children and families? We are excited to invite a passionate and dedicated Full-Time Senior/Supervising Social Worker to join our vibrant team at Foster Care Associates. Based in Melton, we support a hybrid working model that offers flexibility, allowing you to work from home while also engaging with our community.
About Us
Founded in 1994 by a former foster parent and social worker, Foster Care Associates (FCA) is a leading fostering agency and part of the Polaris Community, one of the UK's largest networks of children's service providers. Our mission is simple yet powerful: to make a positive and lasting difference in the lives of looked-after children.
From our humble beginnings in Worcestershire, we've grown into one of the country's most respected independent fostering agencies. Our commitment to excellence and our family-oriented culture ensure that every child and foster parent receives the support they need, every minute of every day.
Your Role and Responsibilities
As a Senior/Supervising Social Worker, you will:
* Support foster parents and their families to achieve outstanding outcomes for all children and young people in foster care.
* Supervise and monitor the suitability and competence of foster parents, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment.
* Ensure foster parents understand their roles, responsibilities, and the standards expected of them.
* Provide regular supervision to allocated foster parents in line with FCA's Operational Standards.
* Collaborate with the child's network to identify needs and provide necessary support.
* Maintain compliance with documentation for each child and foster parent.
* Attend meetings and provide reports for Commissioning Teams regarding individual care packages.
* Encourage participation of children/young people in agency development and community resources.
* Participate in an 'out of hours' support service on a rota basis.
* Conduct occasional initial home visits and Form F Assessments.
What You Bring
To thrive in this role, you should have:
* A Social Work qualification.
* Professional registration with Social Work England 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 across the Yorkshire/Humberside/Lincs area.
* Confidence in transporting children and young people in challenging situations.
* A full driving licence.
If you're excited about the opportunity to join our amazing team and make a meaningful impact, we want to hear from you! Apply today, and let's embark on this rewarding journey together.
Note: No agencies, please. Foster Care Associates is an equal opportunities employer and has been recognized as a Disability Confident Employer by Jobcentre Plus. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.