Senior Supervising Social Worker

Contract: 12-month Fixed-Term
Salary: Up to £39,142.63 per annum (dependent on experience)
Benefits: £2,000 Car Allowance, 30 days' annual leave + Bank Holidays, Life Assurance, Company Pension, On-site Free Parking, Employee Discount Scheme & Medical Cash Plan
Location: Home-based, supporting foster parents in Peterborough

Are you ready to make a real difference in the lives of children and families? At Foster Care Associates , we are on the lookout for a passionate and dedicated Senior Supervising Social Worker to join our friendly team. This is your chance to help develop and promote fostering services in the Yorks & Lincs area!

Founded in 1994 by a former foster parent and social worker, Foster Care Associates (FCA) is a leading fostering agency and part of the Polaris Community, one of the UK's largest networks of children's service providers. Our mission is simple: to create positive, lasting changes in the lives of looked-after children.

From our humble beginnings in Worcestershire, we've grown into one of the country's most experienced independent fostering agencies. Despite our size, we pride ourselves on being a close-knit, supportive organization dedicated to every child and foster parent.

As a Senior Supervising Social Worker, you will:

• Support foster parents and their families to achieve outstanding outcomes for children and young people in foster care.
• Supervise and 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.
• Work collaboratively to identify needs within foster families, contributing to meetings and agreed actions.
• Maintain compliant records for each child and foster parent.
• Attend meetings and provide reports for commissioning teams regarding individual care packages.
• Promote the participation of children and 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.

To thrive in this role, you should 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 safeguarding procedures.
• The willingness and ability to travel extensively across the Yorkshire/Humberside/Lincs area.
• Confidence in transporting children and young people in potentially challenging situations.
• A full UK driving licence.

At FCA, we offer a supportive environment where you can grow and make a meaningful impact. Enjoy the flexibility of a hybrid working model, with the opportunity to work from home while also engaging with our vibrant community.

If you’re excited about this opportunity, we’d love to hear from you! Apply now and take the first step towards a rewarding career with us.

Foster Care Associates is an equal opportunities employer and has been awarded Disability Confident Employer status by Jobcentre Plus. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.