Supervising Social Worker - Fostering

Join Our Team as a Part-Time Supervising Social Worker!\n

Base Location: Chesham

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Covering Area: Aylesbury, Bracknell, Reading, and Woking

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Salary: £29,600 per annum (£37,000 FTE)

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Hours: 4 days per week, 28 hours

Why Choose Us?\n

Founded in 1987 by a passionate group of foster parents, we are proud to be the UK's first independent foster care agency. With over 30 years of experience, we have always placed the child at the heart of our mission, providing a comprehensive range of support services tailored to their needs.

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Our Integrated Services Programme (ISP) is designed to ensure that children and foster parents have access to a network of professionals, including social workers, fostering advisors, teachers, and therapists. Together, we create a therapeutic approach to fostering that truly makes a difference.

Your Role\n

As a Supervising Social Worker, you will play a vital role in supporting foster parents and ensuring high standards of care. Your responsibilities will include:

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• Providing direct support to foster parents with a manageable caseload.
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• Conducting regular supervision sessions to monitor practice and compliance with regulatory standards.
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• Collaborating with children, young people, foster parents, and other professionals to facilitate meaningful participation in assessments and decision-making.
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What We’re Looking For\n

We seek a qualified and experienced Social Worker who is:

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• Enthusiastic and committed to the role of foster parents.
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• Experienced in working collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary environment.
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• Skilled in report writing and able to meet strict deadlines.
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• Holding a Social Work England-recognised qualification or equivalent.
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• Knowledgeable about relevant legislation in children's services.
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• Possessing a full driving licence with unrestricted access to your own car.
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Working Conditions\n

This is a demanding yet rewarding position that includes both quality assurance and training roles for foster parents. You will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check, which will be covered by ISP.

What We Offer\n

At ISP, we value our team and offer a range of benefits, including:

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• £3,000 car allowance
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• 30 days of annual leave, increasing to 35 days with length of service
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• Bank Holidays
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• Company Pension
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• Life Assurance (x2)
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• Employee Discount Scheme & Medical Cash Plan
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All benefits will be pro-rated for part-time roles.

Join Us in Making a Difference!\n

ISP is an equal opportunities employer and encourages applications from all qualified candidates. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults, and we expect all staff to share this commitment.