Join Our Team as a Senior/Supervising Social Worker!
Salary: Up to £40,948.53 per annum, based on experience
Benefits:
* £1,000 Car Allowance or Company Car
* 30 days' Annual Leave (increasing to 35 days with service) + Bank Holidays
* Company Pension
* Life Assurance x2
* Employee Discount Scheme
* Medical Cash Plan
Location: Home-based, supporting Foster Parents across Yorkshire and surrounding areas
About Us
At Fostering People, we pride ourselves on being an innovative provider with an outstanding inspection rating. Since our establishment in 2000, we have built a reputation for exceptional support to our children, foster carers, and dedicated staff. Our commitment to excellence has earned us four consecutive Outstanding inspections from Ofsted. Here’s what our latest report highlighted:
* Proactive collaboration with a wide range of agencies and professionals.
* Foster carers express high satisfaction with robust and fair assessment processes.
* Exceptional support and training opportunities for both staff and carers.
What We Are Looking For
We are excited to welcome a Senior/Supervising Social Worker to our friendly and dynamic team. You will play a crucial role in supporting foster carers in Yorkshire and the surrounding areas.
* Responsible for the recruitment, training, assessment, support, and supervision of foster carers, ensuring high-quality placements for looked-after children.
"Fostering People is a fantastic company where you can truly make a difference in children's lives. The support from management is exceptional, and the environment is open and inclusive. You’ll have the opportunity to enhance your skills and develop your interests.
About You
* Enthusiastic and committed self-starter, capable of working independently while maintaining strong communication with team members and carers.
* Qualified Social Worker with current HCPC registration; recent experience in fostering is desirable, but we welcome less experienced candidates.
* Strong assessment skills, excellent written and verbal communication, and good IT proficiency.
* Knowledgeable about relevant legislation, policies, and procedures related to fostering and safeguarding.
* Driven and creative, whether you’re new to fostering or an experienced supervising social worker.
Working Conditions and Benefits
This is a full-time, permanent position that offers:
* Home-based flexibility
* Attractive starting salary of up to £40,948.53, depending on experience
* Car allowance or company car
* Generous holiday allowance starting at 30 days, rising to 35 with service, plus bank holidays
* Bike to work and contributory pension schemes
If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact and join a supportive team, we encourage you to apply! We look forward to discussing this exciting opportunity with you.
Fostering People is an equal opportunities employer and has been awarded the Disability Confident Employer status by Jobcentre Plus. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.