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Qualified Social Workers Only Job Title: Fostering Supervising Social Worker Location: Midlands Job Types: Permanent Working Hours: 37.5 Hours Per Week Monday - Friday Pay: Up to £42,000.00 per year to include car allowance Participation in out-of-hours rota: Yes Annual Leave Entitlement: 30 days (plus birthday) Responsible To: Registered/Deputy Manager Supporting Foster Carers. Transforming Lives. If you are an experienced, committed Registered Social Worker who wants to join one of the UK’s leading family-owned Ofsted Outstanding fostering providers and help shape better futures for children and young people, please apply today. As a Supervising Social Worker with Swiis, you will work closely with foster carers to ensure safe, nurturing, stable foster families for children and young people. This is a varied, rewarding role where no two days are the same. Core responsibilities include: Support & Supervision 1. Managing and supervising a caseload of foster carers., 2. Ensuring homes provide safe and nurturing environments., 3. Delivering high‑quality supervision, guidance, and support visits., 4. Assisting foster carers to evidence their competencies and complete TSD workbooks., 5. Supporting annual foster carer reviews and presenting to panel., 6. Identifying training needs and contributing to workshops and support groups., 7. Helping foster carers prepare young people for semi‑independent or independent living., 8. Participating in the Out‑of‑Hours rota. Safeguarding & Care Planning 1. Working closely with local authorities to meet children’s needs., 2. Ensuring care plans, placement plans, PEPs and pathway plans are up‑to‑date., 3. Completing individual risk assessments and safe caring plans., 4. Maintaining accurate case recordings within required timeframes., 5. Ensuring compliance with all regulations and child safeguarding procedures., 6. Attending relevant meetings, activities and events to support children and foster carers. Administration & Compliance 1. Maintaining accurate, GDPR‑compliant records., 2. Managing all documentation, reporting and database tasks effectively., 3. Ensuring timely processing of incidents and notifications. Additional Responsibilities 1. Demonstrating Swiis core values in all aspects of work., 2. Participating in ongoing training and professional development., 3. Maintaining awareness of health & safety, equality and diversity policies., 4. Driving responsibilities where applicable (vehicle upkeep, safety, insurance, etc.). Benefits · Competitive annual salary of up to £42,000 to inclusive of a car allowance · 30 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays (plus birthday off) · Excellent Private Dental and Healthcare Scheme available* · Company Pensions Scheme with options to increase contributions · Life Assurance benefit of up to 3 times your annual salary paid to your beneficiaries · Additional payments for Out of Hours support · Excellent training and career progression opportunities in a growing organisation About Swiis: Swiis Foster Care is a national leading Independent Fostering Agency with consistently Outstanding Ofsted inspections due in part to the high-quality service provided to our foster carers and children and young people in our care. Swiis Foster Care is a family-owned independent fostering provider which has been operating for over twenty five years. Swiis Foster Care is a continuously expanding company and offers significant development opportunity for the right candidate. Apply now If you believe that you have the appropriate experience and ambition to work for one of the finest Independent Foster Care Agencies in the UK and have the desire to really improve outcomes for children and young people looked after, then please submit an up-to-date CV detailing a full employment history. Swiis is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to ensuring that our staff have excellent working conditions and genuine career opportunities. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and we expect all employees to share this commitment and undertake the appropriate checks which will include an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service Check.

Foster Care Associates (FCA) Senior / Supervising Social Worker Salary: Up to £36,131.66 per annum (dependent on experience) Benefits: Company Car or £2,000 Car Allowance, 30 days' annual leave (rising to 35 days with length of service) + Bank Holidays (pro rata), Life Assurance, Company Pension, On-site Free Parking, Employee Discount Scheme & Medical Cash Plan Location: Home-based, supporting foster parents across the Isle of Wight, Southampton and Portsmouth 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 communities of children's service providers. The business was born out of an enthusiasm for delivering fostering services that 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. However, our purpose remains the same: to make a positive and lasting difference for children, families and communities. This is underpinned by a series of values designed to help children and young people reach their full potential. Today, we're one of the country's largest and most experienced independent fostering agencies. Despite our size, we remain a close-knit and supportive community. At FCA, we're one big family, committed to supporting every child and foster parent, every day. Duties Will Include • Supporting foster parents and their families to achieve outstanding outcomes for all children and young people in foster care, • Supporting and monitoring the continued suitability and competence of foster parents, ensuring they provide a safe, healthy, nurturing and learning environment, • Ensuring carers fully understand the fostering task, required competencies and expected standards, including complaints and representation procedures in line with FCA policies, • Providing and recording regular supervision to allocated foster parents in line with FCA's Operational Standards, • Working in partnership using a team parenting approach to identify needs within the foster family (e.g. respite, activities, therapy, holidays), contributing to meetings and relevant actions, • Ensuring each child and foster parent is fully compliant with all key documentation, • Attending meetings and/or providing reports for commissioning teams regarding individual care packages, • Promoting participation of children and young people in agency development and access to local resources and opportunities, • Participating in an out-of-hours support service on a rota basis, • Participating in the day duty system on a rota basis, supporting the referrals team, • 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 safeguarding procedures, • The willingness and ability to travel extensively (including occasional overnight stays), • Confidence transporting children and young people in potentially challenging 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 Disability Confident Employer status by Jobcentre Plus. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check. JBRP1_UKTJ

Associate Therapist - Fostering Location: Home-based, covering the South East (including London, Kent, Sussex, Southampton, Portsmouth, Bournemouth and the Isle of Wight) Salary: £35 per hour About Us Foster Care Associates South East is an Ofsted-rated 'Good' service (2023). We are highly ambitious for our fostering families and want every child in our care to live safe and happy lives. We have an office in London Bridge, with staff and foster parents based throughout the region, including Kent, Sussex, London, Southampton, Portsmouth, Bournemouth and the Isle of Wight. The Role We are looking for a highly motivated and passionate Therapist or therapy training social worker to deliver high-quality therapy services and strengthen our therapeutic offering. The role will support the development of a therapeutic environment for looked-after children and young people. As an Associate Therapist, you will offer consultation sessions to foster parents who require support when managing specific challenges. You will also provide consultation to internal staff to discuss issues relating to actual or potential placements, as well as liaising with external local authorities, social workers and schools. 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. You will also facilitate workshops for staff to support reflective therapeutic practice and ongoing learning. Experience of working within a fostering service or similar environment would be beneficial. You should be able to demonstrate strong administrative skills, an understanding of regulatory policies and processes, and the ability to work effectively within a fast-paced team. For an informal discussion about this opportunity, please contact Caroline Ellis, Registered Manager, on 07967 381058. 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 Disability Confident Employer status by Jobcentre Plus. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check. JBRP1_UKTJ

Qualified Social Worker, Fostering Team, Birmingham CouncilPay rate to £30.58 per hourContract roleVitalis are recruiting for a Qualified Social Worker to work in a Fostering Team in Birmingham Council.Senior Supervising Social Worker required to cover a secondment in the team. Responsible for managing a caseload of foster carers and ensuring that key performance indicators and statutory requirements are met. Offering support and supervision to foster carers whilst maintaining focus on the child. A stable and supportive team. Experience of working within a fostering organisation is preferred.Don’t forget, if this role isn’t the perfect fit, we’re confident we can find one that is. We recruit across a wide range of public sector specialisms, including:Independent Reviewing Officer (IRO) • Best Interest Assessor (BIA), • Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH), • Looked After Children (LAC), • Children’s Social Work, • Adult Social Work, • Service Manager, • Head of Service, • Team Manager, • Assistant Team Manager, • A wide range of housing roles, • Careers in SEND in local authoritiesLet us help you take the next step in your career. Get in touch with me today to explore our exciting opportunities!Contact me on or for more information....

Outstanding Ofsted | Flexible Working | L&D Programme | Career Progression | Opportunity to get into Fostering Are you looking to join a Fostering service where you feel valued, and career progression is very much encouraged? Leaders in Care are working with an Ofsted Outstanding rated Independent Fostering Agency on the South Coast of England, for an experienced practitioner to join their well established Fostering service as a Supervising Social Worker. Benefits include a generous salary of up to £41,000, you can also expect regular learning and development opportunities, to ensure you are developing as a practitioner along with the service. This council also have great staff retention, with vacancies in the service a rarity. There will be plenty of opportunities to further progress your career should you want them. This role offers a hybrid working pattern, and the managers are always open to discussions on flexible working arrangements, including opportunities for condensed hours to make sure youre maintaining that all important work life balance. As a supervising social worker, you will also be responsible for supporting and managing approved foster carers, assessing special guardians and ensuring support plans are in place, working with childrens social workers to achieve permanence, either through long term fostering or special guardianship. For this role, you do require a social work qualification & registration to Social Work England. To apply for this role, send your up to date CV to . Or give me a call on 07897 024978for some more info. JBRP1_UKTJ

Positive Behaviour Support Team Leader Broadstairs, Kent Permanent, full time 37.5 hpw, 3 days on rota and 2 days on admin [Pay is based on local RAP salaries pre agreed locally] £29,000 per annum and great benefits including Health Cash Plan We can't offer a CoS for this role Home, a place where you belong Join us in this great and rewarding job, as our Positive Behavioural Support team Leader. Youll manage our team to provide person-centred and strengths-based support to our customer (let's call them M) and help them reach their full potential. M enjoys going out and is very social, He likes spurs, going for lunch and bowling. M needs support to maintain his independence and meaningful relationships with family and the community What you'll do * Youll manage a team of PBS Support Workers centred around a customer with complex presentation. * You and your team will support customers with any aspect of their day-to-day living. Youll work in a person-centred, strengths-based and psychologically informed way, so they can enjoy the best possible quality of life * Youll be in regular contact with your manager updating, escalating and reporting on all aspects of the service delivery. * Youll be responsible for planning and overseeing complex support working with customers who display behaviours of concern and may require personal care working alongside Home Groups local multi-disciplinary team This is more than a job, its a place where you feel valued. You get great training, support from friendly colleagues and a chance to make a real difference every day. You have • Experience in CQC Regulated services, a Level 4 Diploma in Adult Health & Social Care or equivalent or prepared to work towards it., • Worked as a Senior Support Worker, leading support for people with complex needs, or behaviours of distress., • A patient and calm approach, able to adapt your style to X's needs, as well as to the specific occasion and circumstances, even when they challenges us., • Great people management and motivation skills, bringing colleagues together to share information, best practice and fostering creativity., • Experience of positive risk management, ensuring the safety and wellbeing of customers and colleagues. 22.5 hours on rota working with MV and 15 hours of admin a week. Sleep ins and on-call rota required * Able to use technology to update create and update support plans, communicate with colleagues and complete online learning. We do our best work when were ourselves. Thats why inclusion, wellbeing, and our diversity networks help make Home Group a great place to work! Whats in it for you? • 34 days leave (including bank hols and a me day to use for whatever you fancy) increasing to 39, the option to buy 5 more, and time off for volunteering too!, • Health cash plan saving you from £1140 per annum. Well cover your costs (and kids if you have them) towards dental, optical, prescriptions, alternative therapies and lots more. Over 800 high street discounts on groceries, holidays and days out. Looking for a new phone, bike or car? • Explore ourbenefits in detail on our website. Click APPLY NOW to see the PBS Team Leader Job Description, find out aboutus and help to apply. Roles can close early, so dont wait. For reasonable adjustments email . JBRP1_UKTJ

Career Progression Opportunites | Supportive Management | Flexible Working | 9 Day Fortnight Are you an experienced social worker looking to get into Fostering, but finding opportunities are limited in your current role? We're currently working with a highly rated council based in on the South Coast of England, for an experienced practitioner to join their established service as a Supervising Social Worker. As a supervising social worker, you will also be responsible for supporting and managing approved foster carers, assessing special guardians and ensuring support plans are in place, working with childrens social workers to achieve permanence, either through long term fostering or special guardianship. Benefits include a competitive salary of up to £46,141, as well as ahybrid working pattern, the managers are also always open to discussions on flexible working arrangements, including opportunities for condensed hours and 9-day fortnights to make sure youre maintaining that all important work life balance. This council are rated Good by Ofsted, and also have great staff retention, with vacancies in the service a rarity. They have a real focus on professional development, with regular career progression opportunities within the first 12-months should you wish. For this role, you do require a social work qualification & registration to Social Work England. To apply for this role, send your CV to . Or call Chris on 07897 024978for some more info. JBRP1_UKTJ

A recruitment agency is seeking a Supervising Social Worker for the Fostering Team in Birmingham. The ideal candidate should hold a Social Work Qualification and be registered with Social Work England.

A fostering service organization in Birmingham is seeking a skilled professional to supervise support and social workers and manage staff development. Applicants should possess a Social Work qualification and experience with Looked After Children.

Senior/Supervising Social Worker – Fostering. Senior/Supervising Social Worker – Fostering (Full or Part Time). Professional registration with Social Work England or equivalent.

A leading fostering organization in the UK seeks a Senior/Supervising Social Worker to support foster parents and children. Candidates must possess a Social Work qualification and relevant professional registration.

A leading Independent Fostering Agency in Birmingham seeks a passionate Supervising Social Worker. This full-time, permanent role involves providing support to foster carers while managing a small caseload, which includes overseeing placements and delivering training.

A leading independent fostering agency is seeking a qualified social worker to manage and supervise a caseload of foster carers in Birmingham. This role includes support and guidance for carers, ensuring compliance with safeguarding regulations, and contributing to children's welfare. Candidates sho

A children's services organization based in Birmingham is seeking a qualified social worker to supervise support workers and manage care for young people in fostering services. Applicants must have a social work qualification and experience working with Looked After Children.

Vitalis are recruiting for a Qualified Social Worker to work in a Fostering Team in Birmingham Council. Qualified Social Worker, Fostering Team, Birmingham Council. Senior Supervising Social Worker required to cover a secondment in the team.

A public sector recruitment agency is seeking a Qualified Social Worker for a contract position in the Fostering Team at Birmingham Council.

A leading fostering service in the West Midlands is seeking a Senior Supervising Social Worker to oversee support and social workers while managing their professional development. The ideal candidate will have the relevant qualifications and experience in fostering management, as well as a strong co

A reputable fostering agency in Birmingham seeks a Supervising Social Worker to support foster families and ensure high-quality care for children. This full-time position offers an opportunity to influence positive outcomes for children in need.

A community-focused social service organization in Birmingham is seeking a Children and Families Social Worker. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Social Work and be registered with Social Work England.

This Supervising Social Worker job is advertised by Alex Moon; if you are interested in this position please click above to apply now. Supervising Social Worker, Fostering Team, Birmingham. Sanctuary Personnel, an innovative and committed recruitment agency has a new permanent position available for

Qualified Social Worker – Children in Care Location: Birmingham Contract: Temporary Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am – 5:00pm Duration: 3 months initially, with a view to extension Pay Rate: £33.30 per hour, (£29.53 PAYE inc) Service Care Solutions are recruiting for a Qualified Social Worker to join a Children in Care Team based in Birmingham. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Social Worker to play a key role in safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, supporting them through high-quality statutory social work practice. The Role: You will be responsible for working with children and young people who are looked after, ensuring their needs are met and that plans are outcome focused, timely, and child centred. Key duties will include: Managing a caseload of children and young people in care Completing statutory visits in line with regulations and timescales Undertaking assessments, care plans, pathway plans, and reviews Supporting permanency planning, including long term fostering, reunification, and care proceedings where required Maintaining accurate, up to date case records and reports Working closely with carers, families, education, health, and other partner agencies Attending reviews, meetings, and court as required Ensuring safeguarding concerns are identified and responded to appropriatelyRequirements: Qualified Social Worker (Degree or equivalent) Registered with Social Work England Recent experience within a Children in Care / Looked After Children team Strong knowledge of relevant legislation, statutory guidance, and safeguarding procedures Ability to manage a varied caseload and work to deadlines Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to apply)About the Client: The local authority was rated “Good” by Ofsted following its 2023 inspection, highlighting a positive practice culture, supportive management, and a clear focus on improving outcomes for children and young people. What’s on Offer: Competitive pay rate of £33.30 per hour Supportive management and established team structures Opportunity for contract extensions Structured supervision and professional support Flexible working arrangements may be considered, subject to service needsHow to Apply: Service Care Solutions benefits and interested please send your CV to (url removed)

This is a home based role, caring for vulnerable children or young people who will live with you within your home. You will need to have at least 1 permanently available spare bedroom to be considered. Every day children all over the UK need to leave their families and their homes for a variety of reasons. Most often this is due to neglect and abuse but there are many other reasons children may need to be cared for. For these vulnerable children and young people, being placed within families that are stable, warm and welcoming is vital. They often come to their foster homes scared and anxious with very little with them, sometimes with nothing but the clothes they are wearing. At F5 Foster Care, we recruit, assess and train potential Foster Carers so that they are able to provide the right kind of support and security to these children. Like many other roles, fostering isn’t easy but is very rewarding and makes a huge difference to children’s lives. We are looking to hear from individuals who would like to begin their fostering adventure or from those that would just like to find out more information. F5 Foster Care offers generous weekly fees and allowances whilst a child is in placement with you, and an ongoing high-quality package of training and support that is suitable for all levels of experience, personal social workers to guide you through the assessment and to support you throughout your fostering career as well as additional benefits such a full membership to Foster Talk and access to wide range of discounts. Below is a list of essential criteria that you MUST meet in order to be considered. * You are happy to attend various training and support group * You have gained some form of child care experience (not necessarily with your own children) * You have at least one permanently available spare bedroom * You have the ability to transport any children in your care to school/contact/meetings (ideally you will have access to a car to do this) * You don’t have a police record for violence or any offences towards children * You have a passion for providing care and support to children and young people * You will not be solely reliant upon the income from Fostering (as there may be times between placements or waiting for your first where you do not have a child in placement with you) * You can speak and write confidently in English This vacancy may be of interest to the following candidates - Healthcare Assistant, Support Worker, Health Advisor, Care Assistant, Social Care Worker, Teacher, Teaching Assistant or childminder

JOB-20241107-791d94d2Job Title: Social Worker Fostering Kinship TeamLocation: Southend-on-Sea, UKSalary: £AnnuallyContract: Permanent Full-TimeWe are seeking an enthusiastic Social Worker to join our Fostering Kinship Team in the vibrant seaside town of Southend-on-Sea.

Part-time Social Worker - Fostering Recruitment Countywide - OX5 2BPNumber of Positions: 1Contract Type: PermanentSalary: 38220 - 45091Working Hours: 22. Location: OxfordshireBusiness Unit: Children's ServicesAbout UsAn exciting opportunity has arisen for a Social Worker to join the Countywide

JOB-20241107-791d94d2Job Title: Supervising Social Worker Fostering TeamLocation: Oldham, UKSalary: £ AnnuallyContract: Permanent Full-TimeWe are on the hunt for an enthusiastic Supervising Social Worker to join our dynamic Fostering Team in Oldham.

One of our long-serving, now retired, Supervising Social Workers said this about her experiences of working for Fostering People: "Fostering People are a fantastic company to work for where you really feel as though you can make a difference to children's lives. As an innovative agency we are seekin

Nurture Fostering is seeking a Supervising Social Worker to join our well‑established, family‑owned Independent Fostering Agency in Lewisham. Rated Good by Ofsted, we pride ourselves on being a small, supportive service where social workers are truly valued. This is a full‑time opportunity, id

We are Looking for a Locum Kinship Social Worker to join our Fostering Service. This role requires a Social Work Qualification with a minimum of 3 years post qualified experience. A degree within Social Work (Degree/DipSW/CQSW) with a minimum of three years' experience working in a Children setting

We are seeking a highly motivated and enthusiastic full-time Senior Supervising Social Worker to join our supportive and friendly team to develop and promote fostering services in the Yorks & Lincs area. Set up by a former foster parent and former social worker in 1994, Foster Care Associates (FCA)

A social work recruitment agency is seeking Qualified Social Workers for various roles in Gloucestershire and Wiltshire. Multiple positions are available, ranging from Social Worker to Team Manager, with opportunities in Child Protection, Safeguarding, and Fostering services. Candidates must have a

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Supervising Social Worker for its Fostering Team in Woking, England. Candidates must possess a professional qualification in social work and be able to travel independently.

Hoop Social Work are excited to offer an opportunity for a Supervising Social Worker to join a well‑established Independent Fostering Agency based in Cardiff covering the South Wales area. Senior Supervising Social Worker - Independent Fostering Agency. A minimum of 6 months experience of working

A specialist recruitment agency is seeking Qualified Social Workers for opportunities in the West Midlands. These roles range from full-time to part-time and can be home or office-based, catering to various levels including Senior Social Workers and Team Managers. Candidates must possess a Diploma/D

Sanctuary Personnel, an innovative and committed recruitment agency has a new permanent position available for a Social Worker within the Fostering Team to work full time based in Bedford. The salary for this permanent Social Worker job is up to £37,890 per annum. Accept responsibility and work wit

Olive Branch Fostering has an exciting opportunity for a Supervising Social Worker to join the team in the Rawtenstall area. We are looking for an enthusiastic, independent, and skilled social worker to work with both specialist and mainstream placements. Undertake direct work as necessary, coordina

A trusted recruitment agency is looking for a Social Worker to join their Fostering Assessments Team in North Yorkshire. This is ideal for social workers passionate about meaningful, evidence-based practice.

A leading children’s services provider in Greater London seeks a dedicated Social Worker. You need fostering experience, and a good understanding of childcare law and safeguarding regulations.

A new fostering agency in the Greater London area seeks a passionate social work manager to lead the development of their operations. The ideal candidate will have current social work qualifications and HCPC registration.

Sanctuary Personnel, an innovative and committed recruitment agency has a new permanent position available for a Supervising Social Worker within the Fostering Service to work full time based in Haringey. Requirements of this Supervising Social Worker. This Supervising Social Worker job is advertise

A dedicated recruitment agency is seeking a full-time Social Worker to join their Fostering Team in West London. The ideal candidate should have a Social Work degree, relevant experience, and strong communication skills.

A prominent fostering agency in the UK is seeking a Supervising Social Worker to empower foster carers and children in their care across Cornwall and Plymouth. Candidates should possess a Social Work qualification and professional registration, along with exceptional report writing skills. This is a

To carry out the duties in line with our Foster Carer and Supervising Social Worker Standards and Practice Guidance. We are recruiting sessional assessing social workers toundertake Form F assessments. Our core work involves providing high quality and well supported fostering families for children a

Are you a qualified Social Worker or awaiting Registration with Social Work England?. Fostering Supervision and Support Social Worker. The successful candidate will join a county fostering service committed to developing excellent practice in line with the Fostering Regulations and National Minimum

A recruitment agency specializing in social work is seeking a Supervising Social Worker to join a close-knit team within the Fostering Service. The ideal candidate should have a Social Work qualification and at least three years of experience in a children's setting.

Ideal candidates should be qualified social workers, registered with Social Work England, with prior experience in fostering or children's social work. A family-owned Independent Fostering Agency in Lewisham is seeking a Supervising Social Worker for maternity cover. This role is perfect for a confi