Supervising Social Worker

Are you ready to make a real difference in the lives of children and families? Foster Care Associates is looking for a highly motivated and enthusiastic Full-Time Supervising Social Worker to join our inspirational and friendly team in the North West. With a home-based role covering Liverpool and Wirral, you’ll have the flexibility to work from home while being part of a supportive community.

Founded in 1994 by a former foster parent and social worker, Foster Care Associates (FCA) is one of the UK's leading independent fostering agencies. Our mission is simple: to make a positive and lasting difference for children, families, and communities . We pride ourselves on our strong reputation for excellence and our commitment to supporting every child and foster parent, every minute of the day.

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 and 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.

We believe in rewarding our team members for their hard work. Here’s what you can expect:

• Competitive Salary: £28,938.13 per annum, dependent on experience.
• Flexible Working: Home-based with a hybrid model to support work-life balance.
• Generous Benefits: Choose between a company car or a £2,000 car allowance, plus 30 days of annual leave (rising to 35 with service), bank holidays, life assurance, company pension, on-site free parking, employee discount scheme, and a medical cash plan.

If you’re passionate about making a difference and want to be part of a supportive and friendly team, we would love to hear from you! Apply now to join our amazing family at Foster Care Associates.

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.