Job Description
Join Our Team as an Integrated Services Programme (ISP) Supervising Social Worker!
Are you ready to make a real difference in the lives of children and families? At ISP, we’re looking for a passionate and dedicated Supervising Social Worker to join our fostering team in Ashurst, Southampton. With a competitive salary of up to £39,500 per annum and a range of fantastic benefits, this is an opportunity you won’t want to miss!
About Us
Founded in 1987 by a group of devoted foster parents, ISP is proud to be the UK’s first independent foster care agency. With over 30 years of experience, we’ve built a strong foundation of support for looked-after children, especially those who have faced challenging beginnings. Our Integrated Service Programme ensures that every child is surrounded by a network of professionals—including social workers, fostering advisors, teachers, and therapists—who are dedicated to providing the best care possible.
Your Role
As a Supervising Social Worker, you will:
* Provide direct support to foster parents, managing a realistic caseload that allows for meaningful supervision.
* Conduct regular supervision sessions, enabling foster parents to enhance their practice and comply with regulatory standards.
* Collaborate with children, young people, foster parents, and other professionals to ensure full participation in safeguarding and child protection processes.
What We’re Looking For
We seek a qualified and experienced Social Worker or Senior Social Worker who is:
* Enthusiastic and committed to the role of foster parents.
* Experienced in working collaboratively with foster parents and within a multi-disciplinary environment.
* Skilled in report writing and able to meet strict deadlines.
* Holds a Social Care England recognized qualification in Social Work or equivalent.
* Possesses a comprehensive knowledge of relevant legislation in children's services.
* Holds a full driving license with unrestricted access to a car.
Working Conditions
This is a full-time, permanent position that requires a commitment to maintaining high standards in fostering practices. You will also play a key role in training both prospective and current foster parents.
Benefits of Joining ISP
We value our team members and offer a range of benefits, including:
* £3,000 Car Allowance
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30 days of annual leave, increasing to 35 days with length of service, plus bank holidays
* Company Pension
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Life Assurance (x2)
* Employee Discount Scheme
* Medical Cash Plan
Join Us in Making a Difference!
At ISP, we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates and are proud to be an equal opportunities employer.
If you’re ready to take on this rewarding challenge and help shape the future of fostering, we’d love to hear from you!