Location:
Northamptonshire or Cambridge (with flexible home-working)
Salary:
Up to £45,000
Regional Fostering Services (RFS) is seeking a dedicated and experienced Supervising Social Worker to join our highly regarded independent fostering agency on a permanent basis.
RFS is proud of its strong reputation, supportive culture, and commitment to delivering outstanding outcomes for children and young people. With a dedicated and stable team, we provide a nurturing environment where staff are supported to grow and thrive.
We offer flexibility with hybrid home-working arrangements, enabling you to achieve a positive work-life balance while making a real difference in the lives of foster carers and children.
Key Responsibilities
* Manage and support a caseload of approximately 10-13 foster carers across Northamptonshire or Bedforshire or Cambridge and surrounding areas.
* Provide high-quality supervision, guidance, and support to foster families, ensuring the best outcomes for children and young people.
* Work collaboratively with colleagues, professionals, and local authorities to promote safeguarding and wellbeing.
* Contribute to training and development initiatives for foster carers.
(Please note: this role does not involve completing Form F assessments—your focus will be on supervision and support.)
What We Offer
* Strong reputation & stable team – be part of a professional and supportive agency.
* Flexible home-working - promoting a healthy work-life balance.
* Ongoing training & development – continuous professional growth.
* Opportunities for progression - clear pathways to advance your career.
* Dedicated support from leadership - ensuring you feel valued and empowered.
Requirements
* Qualified and registered Social Worker (SWE)
* Experience working within fostering or children's services.
* A valid driving licence and access to a car.
If you are passionate about supporting foster carers and making a real difference in children's lives, we would love to hear from you