Senior / Supervising Social Worker

Join Our Team at Fostering People!\n

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 positive change across the West Midlands. Join us and be part of a supportive and dynamic team!

Role Overview\n

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

Why Join Us?\n

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 service
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• Bank holidays
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• Company pension
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• Life Assurance (2x salary)
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• Employee Discount Scheme
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• Pro-rated benefits for part-time employees
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About Us\n

Established in 2000, Fostering People has built a reputation for exceptional support and care. With four consecutive Outstanding inspections from Ofsted, we pride ourselves on our commitment to our children, Foster Parents, and dedicated staff. Our recent inspection highlighted:

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• Proactive collaboration with a wide range of agencies to continuously improve our services.
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• Foster Carers report high satisfaction, feeling valued and well-supported.
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• Exceptional training opportunities for both staff and carers.
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Your Role\n

As a Senior / Supervising Social Worker, you will:

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

"Fostering People is a fantastic company where you can truly make a difference. The support from management is exceptional, and the environment is open and inclusive. You’ll have the chance to enhance your skills and pursue your interests." What We’re Looking For\n

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• A passionate self-starter who thrives both independently and as part of a team.
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• Excellent assessment and communication skills, both written and verbal.
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• A qualified Social Worker with current Social Work England registration. Experience in fostering and children's services is a plus, but we welcome less experienced candidates too.
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• A strong understanding of relevant legislation, policies, and procedures related to fostering and safeguarding.
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• A creative mindset that aligns with our innovative approach.
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Join Us!\n

If you’re excited about making a difference and want to be part of a supportive team, we’d love to hear from you! Please submit your application, and we will reach out to discuss the next steps.

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Fostering People is proud to be an equal opportunities employer and has been awarded Disability Confident Employer status by Jobcentre Plus. Please note that the successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.

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