Join Our Team as a Supervising Social Worker!
Basic Salary: £28,938.13 per annum (dependent on experience)
Benefits: Enjoy a range of perks including a Company Car or a £2,000 Car Allowance, 30 days of Annual Leave (increasing to 35 days with service), Bank Holidays, Life Assurance, Company Pension, On-site Free Parking, Employee Discount Scheme, and a Medical Cash Plan.
Location: Home-based in Liverpool
Covering Area: Liverpool and Wirral
Why Join Us?
This is an incredible opportunity to become a part of Foster Care Associates, where we are on the lookout for a passionate and dedicated Full-Time Supervising Social Worker. Join our inspiring and friendly team as we work to develop and promote fostering services in the North West. With our head office in Chorley, we embrace a hybrid working model that offers you the flexibility to work from home.
About Us
Founded in 1994 by a former foster parent and social worker, Foster Care Associates (FCA) is a well-established fostering agency and part of the Polaris Community—one of the UK's leading networks of children's service providers. Our mission is to make a positive difference in the lives of looked-after children, and we have built a strong reputation for excellence over the years.
At FCA, we believe in the power of community. We are one big family, committed to supporting every child and foster parent, every minute of the day. Our purpose remains clear: to make a lasting impact for children, families, and communities.
Your Responsibilities
As a Supervising Social Worker, you will:
* Support foster parents and their families to achieve outstanding outcomes for all children and young people in foster care.
* Monitor the suitability and competence of foster parents, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment.
* Ensure foster carers understand their roles and the standards expected, including FCA policies and procedures.
* Provide regular supervision to allocated foster parents in line with FCA's Operational Standards.
* Collaborate with the child's network to identify needs within the foster family.
* Ensure compliance with all key documentation for each child and foster parent.
* Attend meetings and provide reports for Commissioning Teams regarding individual care packages.
* Encourage participation of children/young people in agency development and local community resources.
* Participate in an 'out of hours' support service on a rota basis.
* Conduct occasional initial home visits and Form F Assessments.
What You Need
To thrive in this role, you must have:
* A Social Work qualification
* Professional registration with Social Work England or equivalent
* Proven ability to produce high-quality reports
* A comprehensive understanding of relevant legislation and child safeguarding procedures
* The willingness and ability to travel extensively (including occasional overnight stays)
* Confidence in transporting children and young people in challenging situations
* A full driving licence
Ready to Make a Difference?
If you're excited about joining our amazing team, we would love to hear from you! Apply now, and let's make a positive impact together.
Note: No agencies, please. 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.