Senior Supervising Social Worker

Location: Hybrid / Office - Cambuslang
Salary: Up to £41,948.53 per annum, based on experience
Status: Full-Time, 35 hours per week, permanent
Benefits: Company Car or £2,000 Car Allowance, 30 days' Annual Leave (increasing to 35 days with service) + Bank Holidays, Life Assurance, Employee Discount Scheme, and on-site free parking

At FCAS, we’ve been making a difference in the lives of children and young people since 2002. As one of the UK's largest and most respected fostering organizations, we are dedicated to providing exceptional resources and support to enhance the experiences and life chances of those in our care.

Our mission is clear: to empower foster children and their families in Scotland, helping them achieve their full potential and thrive within their communities. Over the past 23 years, we have positively impacted the lives of more than 2,000 children and young people.

Our commitment to excellence has been recognized by the Care Inspectorate for Scotland, which rates our work as 'Very Good', a testament to the dedication of our incredible team.

• Support foster carers and their families to achieve outstanding outcomes for all children and young people in foster care.
• Monitor the suitability and competence of foster carers, ensuring a safe, nurturing, and educational environment.
• Guide carers in understanding their roles, competencies, and the standards expected, including procedures for complaints and representation.
• Provide regular supervision to allocated foster carers in line with FCAS Operational Standards.
• Collaborate in a team parenting approach to identify needs within the foster family, including short breaks, activities, therapy, or holidays.
• Ensure compliance with all key documentation for each child and foster carer.
• Attend meetings and provide reports for commissioning teams regarding individual care packages.
• Encourage the participation of children and young people in agency development and help them access local resources.
• Participate in an out-of-hours support service on a rota basis.
• Support the referrals team through the day duty system on a rota basis.

• A Social Work qualification.
• Valid Social Work registration or equivalent.
• Proven ability to produce high-quality reports.
• Comprehensive knowledge of relevant legislation and child safeguarding procedures.
• Willingness and ability to travel extensively, including occasional overnight stays.
• Confidence in transporting children and young people in challenging situations.
• A full driving licence.

At FCAS, you’ll be part of a passionate team dedicated to making a real difference in the lives of children and young people. We offer a supportive environment where you can grow professionally and personally, with opportunities for development and advancement.

We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and have been awarded Disability Confident Employer status by Jobcentre Plus. Please note that the successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced PVG check.

Ready to make a difference? Apply now and let’s change lives together!