Senior / Supervising Social Worker

Are you ready to make a real difference in the lives of children and foster families? At Fostering People, an Ofsted Outstanding fostering agency, we empower our social workers to create meaningful change across the West Midlands. Join us and be part of a supportive and dynamic team!

Position: Senior / Supervising Social Worker
Hours: 28 hours per week, flexible on days
Salary: Up to £39,392.73 per annum FTE, based on experience
Contract: 12-month fixed-term contract
Location: Central West Midlands - covering Birmingham, Tamworth, Wolverhampton, Walsall, and Shrewsbury

We offer a range of fantastic benefits to support your work-life balance and professional growth:

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• £1,000 car allowance or Company Car scheme
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• 30 days' 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
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• Benefits pro-rated for part-time employees
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Established in 2000, Fostering People has built a reputation for exceptional support to children, foster parents, and our dedicated staff. With four consecutive Outstanding inspections from Ofsted, we pride ourselves on our proactive approach and commitment to continuous improvement.

Our recent inspection highlighted:

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• Proactive collaboration with a wide range of agencies to enhance our services.
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• Foster carers feel valued and supported, enjoying robust assessments and excellent support from their supervising social workers.
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• High levels of satisfaction among agency staff, with outstanding training opportunities.
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As a Senior / Supervising Social Worker, you will:

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• Recruit, train, assess, support, and supervise a diverse range of Foster Parents.
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• Ensure high-quality placements for looked-after children.
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One of our long-serving, now retired, Supervising Social Workers shared:

We seek an enthusiastic and committed self-starter who can work independently while staying connected with team members and Foster Parents. The ideal candidate will:

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• Have excellent assessment skills and strong communication abilities, both written and verbal.
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• Be a qualified Social Worker with current Social Work England registration.
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• Possess recent experience in fostering and children's services (less experienced candidates are welcome to apply).
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• Have a solid understanding of relevant legislation, policies, and procedures related to fostering and safeguarding.
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• Share our innovative vision and drive, whether you're new to fostering or an experienced Supervising Social Worker.
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If you’re ready to embark on a rewarding journey with us, we encourage you to apply! Fostering People is an equal opportunities employer and has been awarded Disability Confident Employer status.

Please note that the successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.