Supervising Social Worker
£41,208 per annum + £750 per annum Homeworking Allowance + £1,500 per annum Out of Hours Allowance
Location: Northamptonshire, Central Leicestershire, South Derbyshire
**You must have a minimum of 1 to 2 years post-qualifying experience in fostering or in other childcare settings**
Overall Purpose
To supervise and support a diverse range of foster carers and children so children are safe, well cared for and achieve positive outcomes consistent within our strategic objectives and purpose. The balance of these tasks will vary in line with each service’s needs. To facilitate regular support groups and learning opportunities.
Education/Qualification
Degree in Social Work or equivalent. Experience
Post qualifying experience which should be in family placement work or post qualifying experience in other childcare settings.
A proven track record in working with and on behalf of children, respecting and maintaining their individuality and promoting their positive development.
Experience of group work and/or delivery of training.
Assessment of Foster Carers, using BAAF Competency Based Form F.
Use of Casework Management System i.e., CHARMS.
Experience of working directly with children / young people.
Knowledge
A good working knowledge of relevant legislation, regulation and statutory. guidance relevant to the country of practice guidance.
Understanding of the role of children’s social workers; knowledge of the role of other agencies in particular, health and education; knowledge of the growth and development of children.
Knowledge of IT platforms; Microsoft Office packages: Word, Outlook, Excel and Teams.
Working knowledge of child protection procedures.
An understanding of the care experience for children and young people.
Knowledge/experience of using therapeutic models.
Ability and Skills
Ability to work with a degree of autonomy, in a flexible and creative manner, within the agency’s policies and procedures.
Ability to work in partnership with placing authorities, foster carers and colleagues.
Ability to assess and support families and match their skills with children needing placements.
Excellent time management skills.
Ability to write clear reports and maintain clear case records.
Ability to represent us in a responsible and effective manner.
Ability to prioritise time demands and manage workloads.
Ability to use Microsoft Office packages.
Ability to work remotely and engage with various stakeholders virtually where appropriate.
Personal Attributes
A positive and flexible attitude to changes and development.
A commitment to and knowledge and understanding of Equal Opportunities and Anti-Discriminatory Practice.
Ability to work as a team member.
Ability to make effective use of supervision.
Ability to communicate clearly both verbally and in writing.
Other
Participation in out of hours service.
Prepared to be flexible regarding working hours including evening and weekend working.
Ability to travel extensively within the our areas.
Use of a car that is also suitable for transporting children.
Social Work England/Scottish Social Services Council/Social Care Wales Registrations
Call Melissa on (phone number removed) or email (url removed) for more information