Job Description
Join Our Team as a Senior/Supervising Social Worker!
Foster Care Associates (The FCA) is on the lookout for a passionate and dedicated Senior/Supervising Social Worker to join our vibrant team. If you're ready to make a real impact in the lives of children and families, this is the opportunity for you!
About the Role
As a Senior/Supervising Social Worker, you will play a crucial role in supporting our foster parents and ensuring that every child in our care achieves outstanding outcomes. With a competitive salary of up to £40,081.10 per annum (dependent on experience), this position offers a flexible hybrid working model, allowing you to balance office collaboration with the comfort of working from home.
Key Responsibilities
* Support foster parents and their families to achieve exceptional outcomes for children and young people in foster care.
* Monitor the suitability and competence of foster parents, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment.
* Provide regular supervision to allocated foster parents in line with FCA's Operational Standards.
* Collaborate with the child's network to identify needs and contribute to relevant meetings.
* Ensure compliance with all key documentation for children and foster parents.
* Attend meetings and provide reports for Commissioning Teams regarding individual care packages.
* Encourage participation of children/young people in agency development and community resources.
* Participate in an out-of-hours support service on a rota basis.
* Conduct occasional initial home visits and Form F Assessments.
What We’re Looking For
* A Social Work qualification and professional registration with Social Work England or equivalent.
* Proven ability to produce high-quality reports.
* Comprehensive knowledge of relevant legislation and child safeguarding procedures.
* Willingness to travel extensively, including occasional overnight stays.
* Confidence in transporting children and young people in challenging situations.
* A full driving licence.
Why Join Us?
At FCA, we believe in making a positive and lasting difference in the lives of children, families, and communities. Here’s what you can expect:
* Benefits:
o Company car or £2,000 car allowance
o 30 days' annual leave, increasing to 35 days with length of service, plus Bank Holidays
o Life assurance and company pension
o On-site free parking
o Employee discount scheme
o Medical cash plan
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Working Conditions: Hybrid model supporting foster parents across Birmingham, Dudley, Walsall, Wolverhampton, and surrounding areas, with occasional travel to our Bromsgrove office.
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Growth Opportunities: Join a supportive team that values your professional development and encourages you to reach your full potential.
Ready to Make a Difference?
If you're excited about this opportunity and want to be part of a friendly and inspiring team, we’d love to hear from you! Apply today, and let’s start this journey together!
Note: Foster Care Associates is an equal opportunities employer and has been awarded the Disability Confident Employer status by Jobcentre Plus. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.