Supervising Social Worker

Location: Hybrid - Supporting foster carers across Plymouth and Cornwall

Salary: £29,951.65 per annum

Benefits:

• £2,000 Car Allowance
• 30 days' Annual Leave, increasing to 35 days with length of service + Bank Holidays
• Life Assurance
• Employee Discount Scheme
• Medical Cash Plan (all benefits pro rata)

At Foster Care Associates (FCA) , we are passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of looked-after children. Established in 1994 by a former foster parent and social worker, we have grown into one of the UK's largest independent fostering agencies, all while maintaining a strong sense of community.

Our mission is clear: to empower children, families, and communities to reach their full potential. With an Outstanding Ofsted Rating in 2026, we are committed to excellence in fostering services.

We are excited to welcome applications from newly qualified social workers eager to kickstart their careers in fostering. This is your chance to:

• Receive a structured induction program to help you hit the ground running.
• Benefit from ongoing mentorship and support from experienced colleagues.
• Engage in the CPEL programme, delivered in partnership with universities.

Your fresh perspectives and enthusiasm are exactly what we need to continue making a difference!

As a Supervising Social Worker in our South West team, you will:

• Support and empower foster carers and young people across Cornwall and Plymouth.
• Monitor the suitability and competence of foster carers, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment.
• Provide regular supervision to allocated foster carers in line with FCA's Operational Standards.
• Work collaboratively to identify and meet the needs of foster families.
• Ensure compliance with all key documentation for children and foster carers.
• Participate in meetings and provide reports for commissioning teams.
• Promote the participation of children and young people in agency development.
• Be part of an 'out of hours' support service on a rota basis.
• Occasionally conduct initial home visits and Form F Assessments.

To thrive in this role, you must 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 child safeguarding procedures
• The willingness and ability to travel extensively (including occasional nights away)
• Confidence in transporting children and young people in challenging situations
• A full driving licence

If you are ready to embark on a rewarding journey with us, we encourage you to apply! At FCA, we are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and have been recognized as a disability confident employer by Jobcentre Plus.

Note: The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.