At a Glance
- Tasks: Support and supervise Foster Parents while ensuring quality placements for children.
- Company: Join an innovative, award-winning team at Fostering People.
- Benefits: Up to £43,626 salary, 30-35 days leave, car allowance, and pension.
- Other info: Remote work with a supportive and inclusive team environment.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives and grow your career.
- Qualifications: Social Work qualification, strong communication skills, and a passion for fostering.
The predicted salary is between 31500 - 38500 £ per year.
Join Our Team at Fostering People!
Contract: Full Time, Permanent
Basic Salary: Up to £43,626.47 per annum, depending on experience
Base Location: Remote - North East
Covering Area: Teesside and other areas of the North East
Why Work With Us?
At Fostering People, we pride ourselves on being an innovative provider with an Outstanding inspection rating. Since our establishment in 2000, we have built a reputation for delivering exceptional support to our children, Foster Parents, and dedicated staff. Our commitment to excellence has earned us four consecutive Outstanding inspections from Ofsted!
What We Offer:
- £1,000 Car Allowance or Company Car scheme
- 30 days of annual leave, increasing to 35 days with length of service
- Bank Holidays
- Company Pension
- Life Assurance x2
- Employee Discount Scheme & Medical Cash Plan
Your Role:
As a Senior / Supervising Social Worker, you will be a vital part of our friendly and dynamic team, primarily working with Foster Parents in the Teesside area. Your responsibilities will include:
- Recruiting, training, assessing, supporting, and supervising a diverse range of Foster Parents.
- Ensuring high-quality placements for looked-after children.
What Our Team Says:
One of our long-serving, now retired, Supervising Social Workers shared: “Fostering People is a fantastic company where you can truly make a difference in children’s lives. You will feel well supported by your line manager and senior management in a very open and inclusive environment.”
About You:
We are looking for an enthusiastic and committed self-starter who can work independently while maintaining strong connections with team members and Foster Parents. The ideal candidate will possess:
- Excellent assessment skills and strong communication abilities, both written and verbal.
- Good IT skills and the capability to produce high-quality reports.
- A qualification in Social Work and current Social Work England registration.
- Recent experience in fostering and children’s services is desirable, but we welcome less experienced candidates as well.
- A solid understanding of relevant legislation, policies, and procedures related to fostering and safeguarding.
- A drive for innovation and a passion for our creative vision, whether you’re new to fostering or an experienced professional.
Join Us!
Fostering People is proud to be an equal opportunities employer and has been awarded Disability Confident Employer status by Jobcentre Plus. The successful applicant will undergo an enhanced DBS check.
If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact and grow your career with us, we encourage you to apply today!
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