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Job Title:
Supervising Social Worker
Location:
Regionally based covering Essex, London, Bedfordshire
Contract Type:
Permanent / Full time
Hours:
37.5 per week
Salary:
£38,000 - £42,000
Introduction
This is an amazing opportunity to join National Fostering Group as a Supervising Social Worker with Children First Fostering Agency. This agency is based in Essex and supports more than 50 foster carers and 55 children and young people. Our current Ofsted rating is Outstanding! As a creative, resilient, and responsible member of our team, you will be at the heart of helping to create happy homes for young people and their carers – homes where incredible futures can begin.
The role
As a member of our team of Supervising Social Workers, you will understand the potential of a safe and supportive home life. You will play a key role in helping vulnerable children and young people find a foster home that can transform their future. You will supervise and advise foster carers, ensuring both carers and children have the support they need to thrive. Visiting homes and maintaining contact with carers and young people, you will be an essential point of contact and safeguarding champion.
We keep caseloads lower to decrease risk and offer more bespoke, person-centric focus, allowing more time to work closely with young people and carers. You will ensure children and young people are safe, well looked after, and that high standards are maintained. Through your passion and commitment, you will inspire carers to grow in confidence and achieve their potential, positively impacting children's lives.
Who we are looking for
You should be passionate about building lives for children and supporting foster carers. You will have a BA or MA in social work, be registered with the appropriate body, hold a full driving licence, and be a car driver. Previous social work experience with young people who have trauma and additional needs is essential. You should be responsible, energetic, open-minded, and eager to benefit from support and contribute to the team.
What’s in it for you?
* Up to 39 days annual leave (including bank holidays and extra purchase options)
* Life Assurance
* £3000 car allowance (Pro Rata)
* Pension scheme with optional increased contributions
* Access to mental health support and physical health checks
Additionally, through our Flexible Benefits Platform, Vista, you can select benefits such as health, wellbeing, discounts, Cycle to Work, Electric Car Purchase, and Critical Illness Cover.
Our focus is on positive outcomes for children and vulnerable young adults, making your role impactful daily. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting welfare and are an Equal Opportunities Employer.
Additional Information
* Job ID: 268720
* Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
* Employment type: Contract
* Job function: Other
* Industries: Individual and Family Services
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