Supervising Social Worker – National Fostering Group, Devon Office
Compensation and Hours
Base salary: £36,000 – £46,000 (dependent on experience). After a successful 6‑month probationary period you may be eligible for a 4‑day working week (80 % of the hours for 100 % pay) – a performance‑based benefit.
Contract: Permanent. Location: Office/Regionally based from our Devon Office. Hours: Full Time.
Role Overview
As a key member of our social work team, you will support the placement of vulnerable children and young people into foster home environments, supervise and advise foster carers, and ensure that children and carers receive the support they need to thrive. You will visit homes, maintain regular contact with carers and young people, collaborate with specialist clinical teams, and uphold our high standards of safeguarding and care.
Responsibilities
* Provide safe, supportive home life for children and young people.
* Supervise and advise foster carers.
* Visit homes and maintain contact with carers and young people.
* Collaborate with specialist clinical teams to deliver appropriate support services.
* Maintain low caseloads to focus on person‑centred care and outcomes.
* Ensure safeguarding procedures are followed and high standards are maintained.
Qualifications and Experience
* BA or MA degree in Social Work.
* Registered with the relevant professional body.
* Full driving licence.
* Previous social work experience, particularly with young people who have traumatic and enhanced needs.
* Passion for fostering and a commitment to supporting carers.
Benefits
* Up to 40 days annual leave (26 base days + 1 “One Moment in Time” + 8 bank holidays + option to purchase up to 5 extra days).
* Life Assurance.
* Pension scheme with contribution options.
* “Your Wellbeing Matters” – access to first‑class mental health support services and physical health checks.
* Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista) offering health, wellbeing, insurance, 100‑plus discount options, Cycle‑to‑Work schemes, Electric Car Purchase Scheme, Critical Illness cover, and more.
Equal Opportunities
We are an Equal Opportunities Employer. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and we expect all employees to share this commitment and undertake appropriate checks.
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