Supervising Social Worker – Post Approval Team
Northampton Children’s Trust
£35 per hour | Hybrid Working
Northampton Children’s Trust is seeking an experienced and motivated Supervising Social Worker to join our Post Approval Team. This is a fantastic opportunity to support and supervise our valued foster carers, ensuring children and young people receive high‑quality, stable care.
About the Role
As a Supervising Social Worker within the Post Approval Team, you will:
* Hold a caseload of approved foster carers, offering regular supervision, support and guidance.
* Contribute to the Duty system, working closely with the Placements Team to identify and support appropriate foster placements for children.
* Undertake assessments to understand the needs of children, young people, and their families.
* Visit foster carers, children, and families, providing advice, support, and targeted interventions.
* Complete direct work with children and families to build strong, effective relationships.
* Monitor, review, and evaluate the impact of your work to ensure positive outcomes.
* Carry out any additional tasks that support the safety, welfare and well‑being of children in our care.
Requirements
* Minimum 3 years post‑qualifying experience within an English local authority is essential.
* Qualified Social Worker
* Social Work England registration.
If you thrive to make a difference and have 3 years Social worker experience and this is the role for you, then we would love to hear from you.
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