Senior/Supervising Social Worker

Join Our Family at Foster Care Associates!\n

Role: Senior/Supervising Social Worker

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Basic Salary: Up to £41,334.38 per annum, depending on experience

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Location: Remote, supporting Foster Parents in Kent

Why Choose Us?\n

At Foster Care Associates (FCA), we believe in making a positive difference in the lives of looked-after children. Founded in 1994 by a former Foster Parent and social worker, we have grown into one of the UK's largest independent fostering agencies. Our mission is simple yet profound: "to make a positive and lasting difference for children, families, and communities."

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We pride ourselves on our family-like atmosphere, where every child and Foster Parent is supported every minute of the day. Join us in our journey to empower children and families to reach their full potential!

What We Offer\n

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• Company Car or £2,000 Car Allowance
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• 30 days' annual leave, increasing to 35 days with length of service, plus bank holidays (pro rata)
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• Life Assurance
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• Company Pension
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• On-site Free Parking
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• Employee Discount Scheme & Medical Cash Plan
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Your Role\n

As a Senior/Supervising Social Worker, you will:

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• Support Foster Parents and their families to achieve outstanding outcomes for all children and young people in foster care.
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• Monitor the suitability and competence of Foster Parents, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment.
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• Guide Foster Parents in understanding their roles, responsibilities, and the standards expected of them.
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• Provide regular supervision to allocated Foster Parents in line with FCA's Operational Standards.
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• Collaborate with a team to identify needs within the Foster Parent household, including respite and activities.
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• Ensure compliance with all key documentation for each child and Foster Parent.
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• Attend meetings and provide reports for Commissioning Teams regarding individual care packages.
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• Encourage participation of children/young people in agency development and community resources.
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• Participate in an out-of-hours support service and day duty system on a rota basis.
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• Occasionally conduct initial home visits and Form F Assessments.
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What You Bring\n

To thrive in this role, you must have:

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• A Social Work qualification
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• Professional registration with Social Work England or equivalent
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• Proven ability to produce high-quality reports
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• A comprehensive understanding of relevant legislation and child safeguarding procedures
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• The willingness and ability to travel extensively, including occasional overnight stays
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• Confidence in transporting children and young people in challenging situations
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• A full driving licence
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Ready to Make a Difference?\n

If you're passionate about supporting children and families, we want to hear from you! Apply today and become a vital part of our mission to create lasting change.

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Foster Care Associates is an equal opportunities employer and has been awarded the Disability Confident Employer status by Jobcentre Plus.

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The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.