Supervising Social Worker

Are you ready to make a real difference in the lives of children and families? Foster Care Associates is on the lookout for a highly motivated and enthusiastic Full-Time Supervising Social Worker to join our inspirational and friendly team in the North West. With our head office based in Chorley, we embrace a hybrid working model that offers you the flexibility to work from home.

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 yet powerful: to make a positive and lasting difference for children, families, and communities.

Over the years, we've built a strong reputation for excellence, offering a wide range of services to children and families. At FCA, we believe in the power of community and support every child and foster parent like they are part of our family.

As a Supervising Social Worker, you will:

• Support foster parents and their families to achieve outstanding outcomes for children and young people in foster care.
• Monitor the suitability and competence of foster parents, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment.
• Provide regular supervision to allocated foster parents in line with FCA's Operational Standards.
• Work collaboratively with the child's network to identify needs and provide necessary support.
• Ensure compliance with all key documentation for children and foster parents.
• Attend meetings and provide reports for Commissioning Teams regarding individual care packages.
• Promote 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.
• Conduct occasional 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 overnight stays.
• Confidence in transporting children and young people in challenging situations.
• A full driving licence.

In return for your dedication, we provide:

• A competitive salary starting at £28,938.13 per annum (dependent on experience).
• A company car or a £2,000 car allowance .
• 30 days of annual leave, increasing to 35 days with length of service, plus bank holidays.
• Life assurance and a company pension.
• On-site free parking and an employee discount scheme.
• A medical cash plan for your peace of mind.

If you’re passionate about supporting children and families and want to be part of a caring and dedicated team, we would love to hear from you! Join us at Foster Care Associates and help us continue to make a positive impact in our communities.

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