Senior Supervising Social Worker

Location: Hybrid / Office - Cambuslang
Salary: Up to £41,960.42 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.

Since 2002, we've been dedicated to supporting children and young people. As one of the UK's largest and most respected fostering organisations, we provide exceptional resources and expertise to enhance the lives of those in our care.

Our mission is clear: to empower foster children and their carers in Scotland, helping them achieve their full potential and thrive within their communities. Over the past 23 years, we've 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 entire 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 environment.
• Guide carers in understanding their roles, competencies, and the standards expected of them.
• 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.
• 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 community 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, we believe in fostering not just children, but also our team members. Enjoy a supportive work environment with opportunities for professional growth, a competitive salary, and a comprehensive benefits package designed to enhance your work-life balance.

Foster Care Associates Scotland is proud to be an equal opportunities employer and has 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 become a vital part of our mission to support children and young people in Scotland!