Job Description
Join Our Team as a Supervising Social Worker - Fostering!
Location: South London - Cheam
Salary: Up to £39,500 per annum
Contract: Full Time
Why Work With Us?
At the Integrated Services Programme (ISP), we’re not just a team; we’re a family dedicated to making a difference in the lives of children and foster parents. Established in 1987 by a passionate group of foster parents, we are proud to be the UK’s first independent foster care agency, bringing over 30 years of experience to the table.
Our mission is simple: to provide specialized support for looked-after children, ensuring they receive the care and attention they deserve. We believe in a therapeutic approach to fostering, surrounding our children and foster parents with a network of professionals, including social workers, teachers, and therapists, ready to assist whenever needed.
What We Offer
* £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
Your Role
As a Supervising Social Worker, you will play a crucial role in supporting our foster parents and ensuring high-quality care for children. Your responsibilities will include:
* Providing direct support to foster parents with a manageable caseload for effective supervision.
* Conducting regular supervision sessions to monitor practices and ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
* Collaborating with children, young people, foster parents, and other professionals to facilitate participation in assessments, planning, and decision-making related to safeguarding and child protection.
What We’re Looking For
We seek a qualified and experienced Supervising 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 understanding of relevant legislation pertaining to children's services.
* Has a full driving license and unrestricted access to a car.
Working Conditions
This is a demanding yet rewarding position that includes both quality assurance and training roles for prospective and current foster parents. The successful candidate will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check, which will be covered by ISP.
Join Us!
ISP is an equal opportunities employer and encourages applications from all qualified candidates. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults, and we expect all staff to share this commitment.
Ready to make a difference? We can’t wait to meet you!