Supervising Social Worker

Contract Type: Full-Time

Salary: Up to £39,000 (dependent on experience)

Contract Term: 12 Month Fixed Term Maternity Cover

Hours: 37 hours per week

Office Location: Northwest

Start Date: March 2026

• £3,000 Car Allowance
• 30 days Annual Leave (increasing to 35 days with length of service) + Bank Holidays
• Company Pension
• Life Assurance (x2)
• Employee Discount Scheme
• Medical Cash Plan

At Orange Grove , we believe that strong relationships are the foundation of successful fostering. Founded in 1996 by two passionate social workers, our mission has always been to nurture connections—whether it’s with the children in our care, our dedicated foster parents, or our local authority partners.

We’re committed to creating a safe and positive family environment for the children we serve, while providing tailored support to our foster parents. This philosophy has guided us for over 20 years, and we’re excited to continue this journey with you!

We are on the lookout for a qualified and experienced Social Worker who is enthusiastic and committed to making a difference. In this role, you will:

• Collaborate with foster parents to ensure meaningful supervision of placements.
• Maintain high standards through quality assurance and training for foster parents.
• Recruit, train, and supervise foster parents while promoting the welfare of children.

To thrive in this demanding position, you should be an excellent report writer, able to meet strict deadlines, and possess a full driving license with unrestricted access to your own vehicle.

• Hold a Social Work England qualification in Social Work or equivalent, and be registered with Social Work England.
• Experience working within fostering.
• Comprehensive knowledge of fostering regulations, child care law, and safeguarding legislation.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Commitment to high-quality practice, including occasional work after 5 PM and on weekends.
• Willingness to be part of an Out of Hours rota for the Northwest region.
• Good IT skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office and databases.

• Provide direct support to foster parents with a manageable caseload for effective supervision.
• Conduct regular supervision sessions, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
• Work collaboratively with children, young people, foster parents, and other professionals.
• Be willing to undergo an Enhanced DBS check (cost covered by Orange Grove Fostercare).

Orange Grove Fostercare is an equal opportunities employer and encourages applications from all qualified candidates. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults, and expect all staff to share this commitment.

Ready to make a difference? Join us at Orange Grove and help shape the future of fostering!