Senior Supervising Social Worker

Senior Supervising Social WorkerWhen registering to this job board you will be redirected to the online application form. Please ensure that this is completed in full in order that your application can be reviewed.Senior Supervising Social WorkerHomebased in Dorset (travel across Dorset required)£42,032 per annum pro rata + £750 Homeworking Allowance per annum pro rata + £1,500 Out of Hours Allowance per annum pro rata (once participating on the rota)21 hours | 3 days per week | PermanentWhy Join TACT?Top 5 UK Charity to Work For (2024)97% proud to work at TACT | 92% love working hereNot-for-profit every surplus reinvested into children, carers & staffChildrens voices shape every decision, system, and improvement we make at TACT.Flexible homeworking from day oneTrauma-informed, values-led organisationBenefits31 days annual leave + 8 bank holidaysProgression to salary target rate upon completion of 18 months of service.55p per mile business mileageStakeholder Pension (salary sacrifice)Family-friendly & flexible working policiesVolunteer daysWellbeing & Non-Salary BenefitsHomeworking IT bundle + home office loanHelpHand EAP (24/7 GP, CBT, physio, mental health support)Over 35 hours a year of access to on line wellbeing events and team wellbeing daysMenopause Policy + free clinician appointmentsRegular team wellbeing & connection eventsTraining & Career DevelopmentExcellent learning & development programmeOpportunity to grow therapeutic & trauma-informed practiceSupportive leadership and clear career progression pathwaysInvolvement in innovative projects (e.g. TACT Connect, Health, Education )The RoleYoull work closely with foster carers and social work colleagues to deliver high-quality, trauma-informed support and improve outcomes for children and young people.Key Responsibilities:To supervise and support a diverse range of foster carers and children.Ensure children are safe, well cared for and achieve positive outcomes consistent in line with TACT policies.Undertaking Form F assessments where needed.To facilitate regular support groups and learning opportunities, which will include the delivery of training.Developing the service and supporting colleagues.Recording and updating CHARMS and all other appropriate central/social work systems.Participating in Out of Hours Service.What Youll NeedAn appropriate social work qualificationUp-to-date registration with Social Work EnglandA minimum of 2 years post-qualifying experience in fostering/family placements or other childcare settingsExperience in supporting and supervising 10-12 foster families to meet the complex needs of the looked-after young peopleA proven track record in working with and on behalf of children, respecting and maintaining their individuality, and promoting their positive development.Experience in group work and/or delivery of training.Up-to-date knowledge of relevant legislation and regulations, including the Children's Act and NMS Fostering Standards.Experience of working with/supporting looked-after children and their foster carers.Ability to prioritise, plan and self-organise efficiently.Capable of using electronic records systems and IT effectively, including participating in virtual meetings and webinarsEnhanced DBS (processed by TACT)TravelHomebased roleMonthly face-to-face meetings in the LondonareaAdditional travel for training, team and carer eventsKey DatesClosing Date: Sunday 16th August 2026 (midnight)Interviews: Tuesday 1st September 2026 (Microsoft Teams)Safeguarding CommitmentSafeguarding is everyones business, and TACT believes that only the people with the right skills and values should work in social work. As part of TACTs commitment to safeguarding, we properly examine the skills, experience, qualifications, and values of potential staff in relation to our work with vulnerable young children. We use rigorous and consistent recruitment approaches to help safeguard TACTs young people. All our staff are expected to work in line with TACTs safeguarding policies.Apply early - we may close the role if we receive a high volume of applications.TPBN1_UKTJ