Fostering Supervising Social Worker (12‑Month)

North East Ambition; North Tyneside; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A local social service authority in North Tyneside is seeking a Supervising Social Worker to join the Mainstream Fostering Team for a 12-month fixed-term position. You will support Foster Carers in caring for children and help assess potential applicants. Candidates should have a minimum of one year in statutory social work, alongside excellent interpersonal and report writing skills. This full-time role emphasizes a commitment to North Tyneside Values, promising an opportunity to contribute to outstanding outcomes for children.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year post-qualifying experience in statutory social work.
• Commitment to North Tyneside Values and embedding these into practice.
• Ability to support Foster Carers throughout their training and assessments.

Responsibilities

• Support Foster Carers in caring for children and young people.
• Undertake assessments of potential Foster Carer applicants.
• Help Foster Carers build networks through social events.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Assessment skills

Report writing

Education

Qualified Social Worker

Job description

A local social service authority in North Tyneside is seeking a Supervising Social Worker to join the Mainstream Fostering Team for a 12-month fixed-term position. You will support Foster Carers in caring for children and help assess potential applicants. Candidates should have a minimum of one year in statutory social work, alongside excellent interpersonal and report writing skills. This full-time role emphasizes a commitment to North Tyneside Values, promising an opportunity to contribute to outstanding outcomes for children.