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 cornerstone of successful fostering. Founded in 1996 by two dedicated social workers, our mission has always been to nurture connections—whether with the children in our care, our foster parents, or local authorities. We invest time and resources into building these relationships, ensuring a safe and positive family environment for everyone involved.

We are on the lookout for a qualified and experienced Social Worker who is enthusiastic and committed to the vital role of foster parents. Your collaborative approach will be key in promoting meaningful supervision of placements. You will:

• Support and supervise foster parents, ensuring compliance with high regulatory standards.
• Engage with children, young people, and professionals to foster a participatory environment.
• Recruit, train, and supervise foster parents while promoting the welfare of children.

This is a demanding yet rewarding position that requires excellent report writing skills and the ability to meet strict deadlines. A full driving license and the ability to travel across the North West are essential.

• Hold a Social Work England qualification or equivalent, and be registered with Social Work England.
• Experience in fostering and a comprehensive understanding of fostering regulations, child care law, and safeguarding legislation.
• Excellent communication skills and a commitment to high-quality practice.
• Willingness to work occasional evenings and weekends, and participate in an Out of Hours rota.
• Good IT skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office and database systems.

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

If you are ready to make a meaningful impact in the lives of children and families, we would love to hear from you!