Supervising Social Worker in Manchester

Working Hours: 35 Hours per week

Contract Type: Full time / Permanent

Working Style: Onsite - Employees carry out their job primarily from a physical workplace, such as an office

Additional Payments: Essential car user allowance

Closing Date: 11.59pm, 28 August 2026

Interview Method: In Person

This role is subject to:

• Legal right to Work: In accordance with Home Office guidance, successful candidates must evidence their right to work in the UK before commencement of employment.
• References: where possible we require 3 years' history.
• Qualification: Social Work Qualification and registration with Social Work England.
• Medical Clearance: Pre-placement health assessment (PPHA)
• Essential Car Documentation: This post is a designated Essential Car User. Therefore, you must always hold a full valid driving licence and provide your own car for use at work. You will receive the Essential Car User Allowance.
• DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) clearance: this post is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (amended in 2013). Appointable candidates will be required to apply an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

Are you a passionate and experienced Social Worker looking to make a real difference in the lives of foster carers and children? We are seeking a dedicated Supervising Social Worker to join our fostering team, providing high-quality support, guidance and supervision to our established foster carers. As a Supervising Social Worker, you will be responsible for supporting a caseload of approved foster carers, helping them to provide safe, nurturing and therapeutic homes for children and young people. This role is focused on the ongoing support and development of foster carers.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide regular supervision and support to foster carers.
• Develop positive working relationships with foster families and professionals.
• Identify training and development needs and support carers in their professional growth.
• Participate in foster carer reviews and annual review processes.
• Offer guidance and support during placements and periods of challenge.
• Contribute to placement stability and positive outcomes for children and young people.
• Participate in multi-agency meetings.

What We Offer:

• A supportive and experienced team environment.
• Regular supervision and professional development opportunities.
• Flexible and agile working arrangements.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• The opportunity to make a lasting difference to foster families and the children they care for.

If you are committed to supporting foster carers and helping children achieve positive outcomes, we would love to hear from you. Apply today and help us make a difference for foster families and children.

About the Candidate:

• You will hold a recognised Social Work qualification.
• Be registered with Social Work England.
• Have experience working within fostering services or children's social care.
• Demonstrate excellent relationship-building and communication skills.
• Be committed to supporting foster carers to provide high-quality care for children.
• Have a sound understanding of fostering regulations, standards and safeguarding practice.

About Us:

Working for Manchester City Council is a chance to make a real difference in a diverse city that leads change and improves lives. Whether you’re supporting communities or improving public services, you’ll help create opportunities and shape a better future for everyone.

Benefits we offer:

• Up to 26 days’ annual leave, rising to 31 days after five years’ service.
• Buy up to two extra weeks’ leave.
• Up to 3 days’ volunteering leave.
• A 35-hour work week for full-time roles.
• We review pay each year and recognise three trade unions.
• The UK’s largest local government pension scheme.
• Enhanced parental and carers leave.
• Employee discounts and perks.
• Good Employment Charter member.

For more information about working for Manchester Council, please visit Careers - Manchester City Council.

Creating an Inclusive Team at Manchester City Council:

At Manchester City Council, we’re dedicated to creating a workplace that truly reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. We actively welcome applications from people of all ages and backgrounds, particularly from Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic communities, Disabled people and young people.

Guaranteed Assessment Scheme:

We guarantee assessments for applicants who meet the recruiting panel's minimum shortlisting requirements for the role and identify with at least one of the criteria below:

• Members of the Armed Forces and veterans.
• Are currently in care, or have previously been in care.
• If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term condition.
• Have you completed the GM Elevate (Leadership Development) Programme or any MCC positive action programmes?

When You Join Us:

We’re a Disability Confident Employer, offering:

• A workplace adjustment hub which provides specialist support, advice and guidance to ensure you have the adjustments needed to thrive at work.
• Disabled Staff Network, Neurodiversity Staff Network and Mental Health Staff Network that provides a safe inclusive space to share experiences and opportunities to influence council practice.
• A strong commitment to ensuring all information adheres to accessibility standards and that our workplaces are accessible and disability-friendly.

For more information about the role or any adjustments, email [email protected].

What we will need from you if you're successful:

In accordance with Home Office guidance, successful candidates must evidence their right to work in the UK before commencement of employment.

Other relevant information:

We want everyone to be able to be themselves at work and give their best. If you need additional support to undertake the duties of the role, we’ll make every effort to source any necessary aids, adaptations or equipment. If, however, any task proves to be unachievable, we will look at redesigning parts of the role.

For more information about the role, please ensure that you read the role profile attached.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

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