Salary: GBP37000 - GBP45000 per annum + benefits
An independent fostering agency is looking for a supervising social worker for their fostering service that covers the West Midlands. This is a permanent and full-time position that is hybrid working (2/3 days per week in the office).
You must have a Diploma/Degree in Social Work and have the right to work in the UK (no VISA sponsorship available).
About the team
This specialist independent fostering agency is part of a wider organisation that has children services and is rated “good” by Ofsted (2024). They have one office and this is based in Nottinghamshire where they have a medium sized team of social workers (4), one team manager, an operations manager and a registered manager as well as various back-office staff. They have an excellent set up which gives staff a great work life balance. This position has come around due to growth.
About the job
* Recruiting, assessing, matching & training prospective adoptive parents
* Supervising a caseload of fostering families
* Working collaboratively within a multi-agency team
* Upkeeping all relevant compliance & reports
About you
The successful candidate will have a social work degree with post qualification experience in Children's Social Work, either fostering or children with disabilities whilst having an up-to-date understanding of relevant fostering legislation. This is a growing team where there could be future opportunities for progression.
What's on offer?
* A salary of £37,000 - £45,000 dependent on experience
* Mileage paid at 0.45ppm
* Pension contributions
* Free on-site parking
* Further benefits
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