Join Our Team as a Supervising Social Worker!
Contract Type: Full-Time
Salary: Up to £39,000 (dependent on experience)
Contract Term: 12 Month Fixed Term Maternity Cover
Hours: 37 hours per week
Office Location: Northwest
Start Date: March 2026
Exciting Benefits Await You!
* £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
About Us
At Orange Grove, we believe that strong relationships are the cornerstone of successful fostering. Founded in 1996 by two dedicated social workers, our mission has always been to nurture connections—whether it's with the children in our care, our foster parents, or our partners in the community.
We are committed to creating a safe and positive family environment for the children we serve, while also providing tailored support to our foster parents. Our collaborative approach ensures that everyone involved can work effectively together, making a real difference in the lives of those we support.
The Role
We are on the lookout for a qualified and experienced Social Worker who is enthusiastic and committed to the fostering community. Your role will involve:
* Collaborating with foster parents to promote meaningful supervision of placements.
* Maintaining high standards through quality assurance and training for foster parents.
* Recruiting, training, and supervising foster parents while promoting the welfare of children.
To thrive in this demanding position, you should have:
* A Social Work England qualification or equivalent, and be registered with Social Work England.
* Experience in fostering and a comprehensive understanding of fostering regulations, child care law, and safeguarding legislation.
* Excellent communication skills and a commitment to high-quality practice.
* A full driving licence and the ability to travel across the North West.
* Good IT skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office and databases.
Working Conditions
This role may require occasional work after 5:00 PM and on weekends, as well as participation in an Out of Hours rota for the Northwest region.
Why Join Us?
At Orange Grove Fostercare, we are proud to be an equal opportunities employer, actively encouraging applications from qualified candidates. We are dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults, and we expect all staff to share this commitment.
If you are ready to make a meaningful impact in the lives of children and families, we would love to hear from you!