Senior/Supervising Social Worker
Company: Fostering People
Location: East Midlands (homebased across Derby, Derbyshire, with possible households in Nottingham, Nottinghamshire)
Contract: 12-Month Fixed Term, Part-Time (21 hours per week over 3 days)
Salary: Up to £24,930.29 per annum (£41,550.49 FTE)
Closing Date: 10 July 2026
We are recruiting a Senior/Supervising Social Worker to support Foster Parents and manage placements for looked‑after children. The role involves recruitment, training, assessment, support, and supervision of Foster Parents across Derby, Derbyshire and potentially Nottingham and Nottinghamshire areas.
Responsibilities
* Recruit, train, assess, support and supervise a range of Foster Parents.
* Ensure high‑quality placements for looked‑after children.
* Maintain up‑to‑date knowledge of fostering and safeguarding legislation, policies and procedures.
* Engage and develop working relationships with agencies and professionals.
* Provide high standard of report writing and use of IT systems.
Qualifications
* Qualified Social Worker with current HCPC registration.
* Excellent assessment skills and strong written and verbal communication skills.
* Good IT skills and ability to produce high standard report writing.
* Good working knowledge of relevant legislation, policies and procedures in relation to fostering and safeguarding.
* Recent experience in fostering and services for children desirable; less experienced candidates will be considered.
* Self‑starter, enthusiastic, able to work independently while staying connected with team members and Foster Parents.
* Drive and shared creative vision for fostering.
Benefits
* £1,000 Car Allowance, pro rata
* 30 days annual leave, pro‑rata + bank holidays
* Company pension
* Life Assurance x2
* Employee Discount Scheme
Fostering People are an innovative provider with an outstanding inspection rating, having achieved 4 consecutive Outstanding inspections from Ofsted. As a senior member of the team you will be supported by line managers and senior management in an inclusive, open and supportive environment that values your contributions and offers opportunities for skill development.
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