About The Role
Our client is seeking a knowledgeable and passionate Supervising Social Worker to join their fostering team, supporting foster families in and around Swindon. You will play a key role in providing high‑quality support to foster parents, ensuring children and young people receive exceptional care and the best possible opportunities. This is an exciting chance for a skilled Social Worker to influence and drive positive change within a progressive and supportive organisation.
Why Join Our Client
* Career Development: clear progression pathways and support into senior roles
* Low caseloads: typically up to 13 fostering families
* Travel Package: 45p per mile plus £100 monthly car allowance
* Wellbeing Support: access to therapeutic wellbeing sessions
* Bonuses: long service awards (£200, £400, £600) and up to £500 special recognition awards
* Monthly Awards: win up to £150 in vouchers through REACH Awards
* MediCash cashback for medical treatments such as dental and optical care
* Life Assurance Scheme: 3x annual salary following successful probation
* Enhanced Annual Leave: 25 days rising to 28 after 4 years, plus bank holidays
* Additional leave including Birthday day off, Health & wellbeing day, Half‑day festive shopping leave
* Company Pension: tax‑efficient salary sacrifice scheme
What We Are Looking For
* Take a reflective and creative approach when supporting foster carers and young people
* Manage a caseload of around 13 fostering families, offering professional guidance and skill development
* Provide wrap‑around support, including participation in an out‑of‑hours on‑call rota
* Be committed to contributing to the growth and development of the fostering service
* Hold a relevant professional Social Work qualification
* Be registered with Social Work England (SWE)
* Have experience in fostering‑related social work and/or children's social care
* Be confident in identifying the needs of young people
* Have sound knowledge of fostering regulations, childcare law and safeguarding
* Be able to make objective, professional assessments
* Have a valid driving licence and access to a car
Safeguarding & Recruitment
Our client is committed to maintaining a safe workforce and follows robust vetting procedures. Successful applicants will be offered the role subject to satisfactory references and an enhanced DBS check.
Equality & Inclusion
Our client is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. They recognise the importance of a talented workforce with a range of backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences to best support children and young people.
Position Details
* Positions Available: 1
* Vacancy Type: Permanent Full Time
* Region: West
* Salary: £33,000 – £41,000
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