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FOSTER CARE ASSOCIATES (THE FCA) Role: Senior Supervising Social Worker Salary: Up to £40,708.34 per annum - Dependent upon experience Benefits: Company Car or £2,000 Car Allowance, 30 days' Annual Leave, rising to 35 day's with length of service, + Bank Holidays (pro-rata), Life Assurance, Company Pension, On-site Free Parking, Employee Discount Scheme & Medical Cash Plan Location: Hybrid with a caseload supporting our foster parents in Wigan, Preston and the Southport area. ABOUT US Set up by a former foster parent and former social worker in 1994, Foster Care Associates (FCA) is an established fostering agency which forms part of the Polaris Community - one of the UK's largest leading communities of children's service providers. The business was born out of an enthusiasm for delivering fostering services to make a positive difference to the lives of looked after children. Our first office was in the Worcestershire countryside, and that's still where our Head Office is today. We've come a long way since those early days and, over the years, FCA has built a strong reputation for excellence, and now offers a wide range of services to children and families. But our purpose remains the same; 'to make a positive and lasting difference for children, families and communities', and it's underpinned by a series of values designed to help us assist children and young people to reach their full potential. Today, we're one of the country's largest and most experienced independent fostering agencies. But just because we're large doesn't mean we're impersonal. At FCA we're one big family, and we're committed to supporting every single child and foster parent, every single minute of the day. DUTIES WILL INCLUDE: • Support foster parents and their families to achieve outstanding outcomes for all children and young people in foster care., • Support and monitor the continued suitability and competence of Foster parents ensuring they provide a safe, healthy, nurturing and learning environment for children/young people., • Ensure that carers fully understand the fostering task, competencies to be achieved and the standards expected, including complaints and representation procedures as detailed in the FCA policies and procedures., • Provide and record regular supervision to allocated foster parents in line with FCA's Operational Standards., • Work in partnership in a team parenting approach to help identify any needs within the foster family e.g. respite, activities, therapy, holidays, with all members of the child's network, including contributing to all relevant meetings and any other tasks defined., • Ensure each child and foster parent are fully compliant in respect of all key documentation., • Attend meetings and/or provide reports for Commissioning Teams to address individual packages of care., • Promote participation of children/young people in the development of the agency and in accessing resources and opportunities in their local community., • Participate in an 'out of hours' support service on a rota basis, • A Social Work qualification, • Professional registration with Social Work England or equivalent, • Proven ability to produce a high standard of report writing, • A comprehensive working knowledge of relevant legislation and child safeguarding procedures, • The willingness and ability to travel extensively (including occasional nights away), • Confidence with transporting children and young people in sometimes stressful/difficult situations To be considered, please apply and we will be in touch. No agencies please. Foster Care Associates is an equal opportunities employer and has been awarded the disability confident employer by the jobcentre plus. The successful applicant will be subject to a DBS check at enhanced level if successful for the position. PandoLogic. Category:Social Services, Keywords:Adoption Social Worker, Location:Wigan, ENG-WN3 5DN

Supervising Social Worker - Orange Grove Contract type: Full-Time Salary: Up to £39,000 (dependent on experience) Contract term: 12 Month Fixed Term Maternity Cover Hours: 37 hours per week Office Location: Northwest Start Date: March 2026 Benefits: £3,000 Car Allowance, 30 days Annual Leave (rising to 35 days with length of service) + Bank Holidays, Company Pension, Life Assurance x2, Employee Discount Scheme, Medical Cash Plan About Us Orange Grove was founded in 1996 by two social workers who understood that strong relationships held the key to successful fostering. As with all families, relationships matter. They provide a stable platform for growth, which is why we commit time, effort, and resources into nurturing them constantly. We do this for the children in our care by getting to know them and providing a safe and positive family environment. We do it for our foster parents by treating them individually and tailoring our support to their needs. And we take care to build strong and positive relationships with local authorities and our other partners, so we can all work effectively together. This has been at the heart of our philosophy ever since we were first set up over 20 years ago. The Role Orange Grove Fostercare Northwest are currently seeking a qualified and experienced Social Worker who is enthusiastic, committed, and has an appreciation of the role of the foster parent and their skills. We ask our Social Workers to take a collaborative approach with foster parents in order to promote meaningful and relevant supervision of placements. To have experience of working with foster parents as professional colleagues and working within a multi-discipline arena is essential, as is holding a full driving licence, being a confident driver, willing and able to travel across the North West with unrestricted access to your own car. This is a demanding position that includes both a quality assurance role to maintain high standards and a training role for prospective and current foster parents. You will be an excellent report writer and able to work to strict deadlines. You will be involved in the recruitment, training, and supervision of Foster Parents and promoting the welfare of children placed with Orange Grove Fostercare. Requirements • Hold a Social Work England, qualification in Social Work or equivalent, and be registered with Social Work England., • Experience of working within fostering., • A comprehensive working knowledge of all fostering regulations, child care law, and safeguarding legislation, • Excellent communication skills, • A commitment to high-quality practice, which may include occasional working after 17.00pm and weekends., • Being part of an Out of Hours rota for the Northwest region (phone contact / sign posting), • Direct support of foster parents with a realistic caseload which enables a high level of supervision, • Provide regular supervision to allocated foster parents, enabling and monitoring their practice and ensuring their compliance with regulatory standards, • To work in partnership with children, young people and foster parents and other professionals, local authorities, and stakeholders, enabling full participation in meetings, decision making, to include child protection. Have a full driving licence and unrestricted access to your own vehicle Orange Grove Fostercare is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment PandoLogic. Category:Personal Care, Keywords:Foster Parent, Location:Leigh, ENG-WN7 1BH

Senior Supervising Social Worker. Set up by a former foster parent and former social worker in 1994, Foster Care Associates (FCA) is an established fostering agency which forms part of the Polaris Community - one of the UK's largest leading communities of children's service providers.

Job Description: Registered Manager - EBD children's home Accountable to: Operations Director (Nominated Individual), Senior Leadership Team Hours of Employment: Full time - 40 hours per week, plus on call duties as required to meet the needs of the organisation. Salary: £42-47k per annum plus bonus scheme. Annual Leave: 28 days annual leave, inclusive of bank holidays. Organisation Overview: Our client is currently a small, EBD children provider, providing care to vulnerable children with varying needs. We feel that this is a unique opportunity for the right candidate, as they will be able to develop the existing service and have the autonomy to grow the service responsibly. They are a provider committed to offering high-quality care, support and education to children in a safe and nurturing environment. With a strong emphasis on person-centred care, our organisation aims to provide exceptional care and support while adhering to industry regulations and best practices. It is a contractual requirement for all employees across the organisation to comply with the missions and values as set out below: Our Mission: Our mission is to deliver a supportive and empowering service which enables us to deliver high quality support, care, and education. Our core values and principles promote accountability which enables us to stay focused on well-being, keeping people safe from harm and supporting them to achieve their full potential. Our Values: Supportive: We provide caring, compassionate, and dedicated, support, care, and education to ensure people are safe and can thrive. Accountable: We hold our support, care, and education services accountable to the highest standards of safeguarding, integrity, transparency, ethics, and regulatory standards. Focused: We stay focused on understanding each person's uniqueness through a person-centred approach. We see the whole person to provide tailored support, care, and education for every individual's needs on what makes the biggest difference in their lives. Empowering: We empower people by building trusting relationships that focus on their strengths, dignity, and potential. Through compassionate support, care, and education we encourage and strive to achieve positive outcomes that enable people to reach their full potential. Job Summary: The Registered Manager is responsible for the efficient and effective operation of the supported living service, providing leadership and guidance to the staff, ensuring regulatory compliance, and promoting the well-being of the service users. This role plays a crucial part in creating a safe and nurturing environment that supports the personal growth and development of the service users in our service. Key Responsibilities: 1. Management and Leadership: • Provide strong leadership and supervision to all staff members., • Foster a positive and collaborative team culture, promoting teamwork and professional development., • Ensure staff adherence to policies, procedures, and ethical guidelines. 2. Operations and Compliance: • Oversee the daily operations of the facility, including safety, maintenance, and resource allocation., • Ensure strict adherence to OFFSTED regulations and compliance with relevant legislation and quality standards., • Ensure the well-being, safety, and positive development of all service users., • Oversee case management processes, including assessments, support plans, and progress monitoring., • Address critical incidents and provide crisis intervention as needed. 4. Staff Development: • Identify training needs and provide or facilitate training and professional development opportunities for staff., • Conduct regular performance evaluations and provide constructive feedback., • Manage staffing levels, recruitment, and scheduling to ensure adequate coverage. 5. Quality Assurance: • To work closely with the quality director and their team to ensure systems and processes are embedded across the service., • Implement and monitor quality assurance systems to track and improve service delivery., • Evaluate program effectiveness and recommend improvements to enhance service user's outcomes. 6. Financial Management: • Liaise with the accounts manager over the service budget, including expenditure tracking and financial reporting., • Ensure efficient resource allocation and cost-effective operations. 7. Community Engagement: • Build and maintain positive relationships with community organisations, government agencies, and other stakeholders. Qualification and Experience: • A level 5 diploma Leadership & management or the ability to work towards., • Full UK driving licence., • Substantial experience in a managerial role within a supported Children setting., • Strong understanding of offsted regulations and compliance requirements., • Excellent leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills., • Knowledge of local resources and support services for service users., • Ability to work independently and collaboratively. We welcome and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences. We are committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. Job Description: Registered Manager - EBD children's home Accountable to: Operations Director (Nominated Individual), Senior Leadership Team Hours of Employment: Full time - 40 hours per week, plus on call duties as required to meet the needs of the organisation. Salary: £42-47k per annum plus bonus scheme. Annual Leave: 28 days annual leave, inclusive of bank holidays. Organisation Overview: Our client is currently a small, EBD children provider, providing care to vulnerable children with varying needs. We feel that this is a unique opportunity for the right candidate, as they will be able to develop the existing service and have the autonomy to grow the service responsibly. They are a provider committed to offering high-quality care, support and education to children in a safe and nurturing environment. With a strong emphasis on person-centred care, our organisation aims to provide exceptional care and support while adhering to industry regulations and best practices. It is a contractual requirement for all employees across the organisation to comply with the missions and values as set out below: Our Mission: Our mission is to deliver a supportive and empowering service which enables us to deliver high quality support, care, and education. Our core values and principles promote accountability which enables us to stay focused on well-being, keeping people safe from harm and supporting them to achieve their full potential. Our Values: Supportive: We provide caring, compassionate, and dedicated, support, care, and education to ensure people are safe and can thrive. Accountable: We hold our support, care, and education services accountable to the highest standards of safeguarding, integrity, transparency, ethics, and regulatory standards. Focused: We stay focused on understanding each person's uniqueness through a person-centred approach. We see the whole person to provide tailored support, care, and education for every individual's needs on what makes the biggest difference in their lives. Empowering: We empower people by building trusting relationships that focus on their strengths, dignity, and potential. Throu JBRP1_UKTJ

Stabilisation of care arrangements – strengthening existing care arrangements including SGO, foster care and more to prevent unplanned endings. This initiative is focused on creating safe, supportive homes for Lancashire children and forms a key part of our wider strategy to modernise and expand r

Support the delivery of educational activities and engage with children to foster development.Assist in maintaining a safe and stimulating learning environment.Promote inclusivity and diversity in your care for all children.Work with a dedicated team to provide the best learning experiences.Our hour

Set up by a former foster parent and former social worker in 1994, Foster Care Associates (FCA) is an established fostering agency which forms part of the Polaris Community – one of the UK’s largest leading communities of children’s service providers. Professional registration with Social Work

A renowned foster care provider in the UK is seeking an experienced Supervising Social Worker committed to fostering excellence. Ideal candidates will be knowledgeable in fostering laws and committed to high-quality practices.

A fostering agency is seeking a Senior Supervising Social Worker to support foster parents and ensure outstanding outcomes for children.The role is hybrid based in Wigan, Preston, and the Southport area, and involves extensive travel.The successful candidate will have a Social Work qualification, pr

You will engage in daily care activities, assist with clinical tasks related to epilepsy and cardiac care, and foster connections through personal stories. The role offers a welcoming environment with dedicated training, clear opportunities for career advancement, and various employee benefits. A le

You’ll champion the care, safety, and development of children with complex needs, helping to implement care plans, promote education, and support emotional wellbeing. Stabilisation of care arrangements – strengthening existing care arrangements including SGO, foster care and more to prevent unpl

We are currently recruiting on behalf of a fantastic primary school in Wigan for a Teaching Assistant to support their Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) children. As a leading education recruitment agency, we are looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to provide support to young learners in their early educational journey. As an EYFS Teaching Assistant, you will be working closely with the class teacher to support children developing essential foundational skills. Your role will involve assisting with early literacy, numeracy, and social skills, providing a nurturing environment that fosters the development of each child. Key Responsibilities: Support the class teacher in delivering engaging and developmentally appropriate lessons for EYFS pupils as a Teaching Assistant. Assist with the daily care, supervision, and emotional support of children in the EYFS setting. Work one-on-one and with small groups to help children develop basic literacy and numeracy skills and support them in achieving developmental milestones. As a Teaching Assistant, you will help create a safe, stimulating, and supportive learning environment for EYFS children. Assist with the planning and preparation of activities that encourage play-based learning and social development. Monitor and record children's progress, providing feedback to the class teacher and parents as necessary. Foster positive relationships with children, helping them feel secure, happy, and confident in the EYFS setting.Essential Criteria: Previous experience working as a Teaching Assistant, ideally within an EYFS setting. A relevant Level 2 or 3 qualification in Supporting Teaching and Learning, Early Years Education, or equivalent. Knowledge of the EYFS curriculum and an understanding of child development principles. Strong communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with young children, parents, and the teaching team. A caring, patient, and enthusiastic attitude, with a genuine passion for supporting young children's learning and development as a Teaching Assistant.Desirable: Experience working with children with special educational needs (SEND) or English as an Additional Language (EAL). Understanding of early phonics programs (e.g., Read Write Inc. or similar). Experience with outdoor learning and play-based approaches to teaching in the EYFS.About the School: Inclusive Environment: The school is committed to ensuring all children, regardless of their background or abilities, are given the opportunity to thrive. As a Teaching Assistant, you will play a key role in supporting this inclusive ethos. Supportive Team: The school has a strong, collaborative team of teachers and support staff, all working together to provide a nurturing and engaging learning environment for EYFS children. Focus on Early Development: The school focuses on providing a well-rounded education that supports the social, emotional, and cognitive development of its youngest learners. As a Teaching Assistant, you'll be instrumental in helping children develop critical early learning skills. Wellbeing Focus: The school places a strong emphasis on the wellbeing of both children and staff. You'll have access to wellbeing initiatives that support your personal and professional development. Community-Oriented: The school has strong links with parents and the local community, ensuring that children's learning and development is supported both inside and outside the classroom. children and want to help them thrive in the early stages of their education, we would love to hear from you. Apply now through our agency and take the next step in your career as an EYFS Teaching Assistant. Reeson Education: Reeson Education is England's Premier Recruitment Agency. Established in 2006 by experienced teachers, education professionals and recruitment specialists, we have built our business and reputation on the cores values of honesty, integrity and excellence. We care about education and the provision of education and have established an excellent reputation with schools and teachers alike. Reeson Education is an Equal Opportunities employer and is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding and the promotion of the welfare of children, young people and adults. At Reeson Education we work closely with a large network of Nurseries, Primary Schools, Secondary Schools and Colleges across the UK. Our client base provides us with an abundance of available daily supply, long term and permanent opportunities across all age groups in all areas of England

Location: Wigan Contract Type: Full-time Start Date: ASAP About Us: Exclusive Education is one of the North West’s leading education recruitment agencies, working in partnership with Primary, Secondary, and Special Educational Needs schools. We offer a range of teaching and support roles—long-term, short-term, and day-to-day—on both a full-time and part-time basis. We are currently seeking to appoint a Teaching Assistant in Wigan. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with experience in education or a related setting who is committed to making a difference in a child’s learning journey. Key Responsibilities: • Provide dedicated 1:1 and general support to pupils within a classroom setting, • Assist the class teacher with the preparation of learning materials and classroom resources, • Monitor and record progress, reporting back to teachers and SENCOs, • Encourage the pupil’s independence and participation in classroom activities, • Foster a safe, nurturing, and inclusive environment for learning, • Engage with students, particularly those with special needs, to promote inclusive learning, • Maintain a safe and organised classroom environment conducive to learning Candidate Requirements: • Ideally hold a relevant Teaching Assistant qualification (e.g. NCFE, CACHE or NVQ Level 1, 2, or 3) – desirable but not essential, • Eligible to work in the UK, • Experience working with children in the last 2 years – in school or alternative settings such as youth work, residential care, Scouts/Guides, or sports coaching, • Experience supporting pupils on a 1:1 or small group basis – highly desirable, • Calm, patient, and nurturing approach, • Two professional references relating to work with children, • A current Enhanced DBS registered to the Update Service (or willingness to apply for one) What Exclusive Education Offers: • Competitive daily pay rates, • Strong relationships with local schools, • A dedicated consultant available 24/7 for ongoing support, • A fast and smooth registration and clearance process, • A genuine commitment to safeguarding and educational quality Interested? Send your CV for review. Looking for something different? Call (phone number removed) to learn about other roles available across the North West. Referral Bonus: Refer a Teacher, Teaching Assistant, or Cover Supervisor and receive £50 in vouchers when they work with us (terms apply)

Duties Will Include Support foster carers and their families to achieve outstanding outcomes for all children and young people in foster care. We have a dedicated focus on supporting foster children and foster carers in Scotland. Along with our sister organisation Foster Care Associates, we are one

This position in Wirral offers a competitive hourly rate of £36 and involves providing support and supervision to foster carers, ensuring positive outcomes for children.

The role includes identifying suitable dogs for foster homes, recruiting and supporting foster carers, and delivering training to ensure the best care for dogs. A leading animal welfare organization in the United Kingdom is seeking a Fostering Coordinator to enhance dog welfare through volunteer fos

The role involves conducting high-quality assessments to ensure the best placements for vulnerable children, supervising foster carers, and managing complex situations. A recruitment agency is seeking a Locum Kinship Social Worker to join their Fostering Service in the UK.

This rewarding role allows you to build strong relationships with new foster parents by delivering sessions and groups during their first year, helping them understand what it means to be a therapeutic foster carer. We are highly ambitious for our fostering families and want every child in our care

Candidates must have at least one spare bedroom and experience in child care. A fostering agency is seeking individuals to provide a safe and nurturing home for vulnerable children.

Fostering is not an employed role, but as a self‑employed foster carer you will receive competitive fostering fees and allowances, comprehensive training, and ongoing professional support every step of the way. Foster carers are self‑employed and subject to fostering regulations and approval pro

The ideal candidate will be a qualified social worker with recent Form F assessment experience and a strong understanding of fostering regulations and childcare law. A social care organization based in England is seeking an experienced Form F Assessor to join their team.

In this role, you'll support and oversee foster carers while ensuring children receive safe and high-quality care. Key requirements include a Social Work Qualification, at least 3 years of post-qualification experience in a fostering setting, and a valid UK driving license.

A public sector local authority in the East Midlands seeks a Duty Support Worker to aid in matching children in care with suitable foster carers. Candidates should hold an NVQ level 3 in Childcare and have strong communication, IT skills, and an understanding of fostering regulations.

Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people is enshrined within Capstone Foster Care's policy and practice. A good knowledge of the fostering regulations, childcare law and safeguarding issues is essential. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace.

A local government authority is looking for a committed Duty Support Worker to contribute to the welfare of children in care by managing referrals and matching children with suitable foster carers. This full-time role requires excellent communication skills to maintain relationships with foster care

Foster Carer Opportunity – You will receive a skills-based fee and additional allowances such as holiday payment and festival allowances, depending on your experience and training as a carer. We offer competitive fees and allowances, along with excellent benefits and rewards, including tailored tr

A social care recruitment agency is seeking a Placements Officer to support the recruitment, engagement, and retention of in-house foster carers in Greater London. The key responsibilities include coordinating activities, maintaining systems to monitor foster carer availability, and working closely

A local authority in the UK is seeking a Supervising Social Worker to support and supervise kinship foster carers. The role requires a strong understanding of fostering regulations and the ability to ensure high-quality placements.

A well-established Independent Fostering Agency in Cardiff is seeking a Senior Supervising Social Worker to provide guidance and support to foster families. This position plays a key part in improving the welfare of children and young people in foster care.

As an intensive foster carer, you will provide safe and nurturing foster homes for children who would otherwise be cared for in residential children's homes. Thinking of a change in career? Do you have the skills and compassion to care for children or young people with complex and exceptional needs?

This part-time role involves supervising a caseload of foster carers and ensuring quality care for children. The ideal candidate will have post-qualifying experience with children in care and possess strong analytical and communication skills.

A leading fostering organization in Bedford is seeking Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carers to transform children's lives. You will provide full-time care in a stable home environment, supporting children as they transition from residential care.

This home-based role involves recruiting, training, and supporting foster carers in Yorkshire. A leading fostering agency in the UK is seeking a Senior/Supervising Social Worker.

Provide and record regular supervision to allocated foster carers in line with Swiis’s operational procedures, as to frequency and content; and undertake such additional support visits/telephone contact with foster carers as placement agreements/ contracts may specify or require. Support and Super

The role offers the opportunity to work from home, manage a caseload of fostering households, and shape the organisation's fostering practices. An innovative fostering agency in the UK is seeking a dedicated social worker in Bedford to join their supportive team. Ideal candidates will have experienc

As a Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carer, you will welcome a young person into your home and provide full-time care, supported every step of the way by a dedicated local team. Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carer – Health and Social Care Assessor. If you have experience as a health and social care

A leading fostering service provider in the UK is seeking Independent Form F Assessors to support fostering teams. The successful candidate will conduct assessments of prospective foster families, producing high-quality, evidence-based reports.

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You will manage criminal justice throughcare, licences and community orders, this will include undertaking appropriate assessments, case management and recording and monitoring work using electronic case recording systems.

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As a Care Home Administrator, you will have access to continuous training and development opportunities, paving the way for career advancement within the social care sector. Bedded Nursing, Dementia and Residential Care Home. We support our team members to ensure they can provide the best care for o

We're currently looking for individuals across the country to take part in remote paid research, including remote focus groups, product trials, and consumer studies.Earn up to £700 a week in your free time by providing feedback on everyday products and services.If you're comfortable sharing your op

Cavendish Homecare is actively seeking compassionate and skilled carers to join one of our client teams. Our Carers support people within their own home who have a wide range of needs, allowing them the comfort and independence of remaining at home. Assisting or providing personal care.

Offering care and emotional support to young people in a secure environment. Career progression opportunities. Join our team and start a meaningful career where every day brings new challenges and the chance to make a real difference in a young person’s life.

Take charge of a diverse and complex caseload, delivering top-tier social care in adherence to required standards. Collaborate with a variety of partners, including schools, healthcare providers, and local authorities, to ensure a holistic approach to child welfare. Your confidence in analysis and d

Previous experience within a Children in Care setting. Ability to use a range of evidence-based interventions to effect change with children, young people and families and carers. You will have a strong background in the provision of Children in Care, along with the motivation and drive for self-dev