Senior Supervising Social Worker - Fostering (Hybrid)

Qualityfostercare; Greater London, Basildon; Hybrid; GBP 33,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A social care provider in the UK is recruiting for a Supervising Social Worker/Senior Practitioner. The successful candidate will work directly with foster carers within a manageable caseload and participate in recruitment and training activities. This role supports hybrid working and offers a competitive salary ranging from £33,755 to £44,530 pa plus car allowance. The ideal candidate will possess a formal social work qualification and be registered with Social Work England. Various employee benefits are inclusive.

Benefits

Competitive annual leave allowance

Career progression opportunities

Pension scheme

Employee assistance program

Simplyhealth – Medical cash back plan

Enhanced Maternity leave

Blue light card

Refer a Friend Bonus

Qualifications

• Desire to achieve positive outcomes for children and foster carers.
• Registered as a social worker with Social Work England.
• Experience working with children/young people in social care.

Responsibilities

• Work with foster carers and maintain a realistic caseload.
• Participate in recruitment and support activities for prospective foster families.
• Collaborate with colleagues to meet Ofsted requirements.
• Participate in out-of-hours duty line for foster carer support.

Skills

Team player

Experience in fostering sector

Social work qualification

Driving licence

Child protection knowledge

Education

Formal social work qualification

Tools

CHARMs electronic recording system

Job description

A social care provider in the UK is recruiting for a Supervising Social Worker/Senior Practitioner. The successful candidate will work directly with foster carers within a manageable caseload and participate in recruitment and training activities. This role supports hybrid working and offers a competitive salary ranging from £33,755 to £44,530 pa plus car allowance. The ideal candidate will possess a formal social work qualification and be registered with Social Work England. Various employee benefits are inclusive.