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

Founded in 1996 by two passionate social workers, Orange Grove believes that strong relationships are the cornerstone of successful fostering. We understand that relationships matter, providing a stable platform for growth. Our commitment to nurturing these connections extends to:

• The children in our care, ensuring they feel safe and supported.
• Our foster parents, offering tailored support to meet their unique needs.
• Building strong partnerships with local authorities and stakeholders for effective collaboration.

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 fostering. In this role, you will:

• Collaborate with foster parents to promote meaningful supervision of placements.
• Work alongside foster parents as professional colleagues within a multi-disciplinary environment.
• Maintain high standards through quality assurance and training for foster parents.
• Recruit, train, and supervise foster parents while promoting the welfare of children.

• Hold a Social Work England qualification or equivalent, and be registered with Social Work England.
• Experience in fostering and a comprehensive knowledge 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 databases.

• Provide direct support to foster parents with a manageable caseload for effective supervision.
• Conduct regular supervision sessions, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
• Engage with children, young people, foster parents, and other professionals to facilitate participation in meetings and decision-making.
• Hold a full driving licence and have unrestricted access to your own vehicle.
• Be prepared to undergo an Enhanced DBS check (cost covered by Orange Grove).

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

If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact in the lives of children and families, we can’t wait to hear from you!