Senior/Supervising Social Worker
14 days ago
Swansea
Join Our Team as a Senior/Supervising Social Worker!\n Are you ready to make a meaningful impact in the lives of children and families? Foster Care Associates (FCA) is on the lookout for a passionate and dedicated Senior/Supervising Social Worker to join our vibrant team in Cymru South. This is a fantastic opportunity to help develop and promote our fostering services across South Wales, including Swansea, Carmarthenshire, and Pembrokeshire. About the Role\n This is a full-time, permanent position with a competitive salary of up to £43,626.47 per annum, depending on your experience. Enjoy the flexibility of a 'no base' contract, allowing you to work from home while being supported by our Bridgend office. Your Responsibilities\n\n • Support foster parents and their families to achieve outstanding outcomes for children and young people in foster care.\n, • Monitor the suitability and competence of foster parents, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment.\n, • Provide regular supervision to allocated foster parents in line with FCA's Operational Standards.\n, • Collaborate with the child's network to identify needs and provide necessary support.\n, • Ensure compliance with all key documentation for children and foster parents.\n, • Participate in meetings and provide reports for Commissioning Teams.\n, • Promote the participation of children and young people in agency development.\n, • Engage in Out of Hours support and daytime duty systems on a rota basis.\n, • Conduct initial home visits and Form F assessments as needed.\nWhat We’re Looking For\n\n, • A recognized Social Work qualification.\n, • Professional registration with Social Care Wales or equivalent.\n, • Proven ability to produce high-quality reports.\n, • Strong knowledge of relevant legislation and child safeguarding procedures.\n, • Willingness to travel extensively, including occasional overnight stays.\n, • Confidence in transporting children and young people in challenging situations.\n, • A valid Full UK driving licence.\nWhy Join Us?\n At FCA, we prioritize the wellbeing of our staff. Our Staff Wellbeing Strategy is designed to enhance your self-esteem and sense of belonging. Enjoy activities like: \n\n • Beach walks and talks\n, • Mindfulness sessions\n, • Yoga classes\n, • Charity events\n\n Our office is a welcoming space with complimentary tea, coffee, and snacks to support your wellbeing. Additional Benefits\n\n • Company car or a £2,000 car allowance.\n, • 30 days of annual leave, increasing to 35 with length of service, plus bank holidays.\n, • Company Pension Scheme and Life Assurance.\n, • Employee Discount Scheme and Medical Cash Plan.\n, • Refer a friend scheme with a monetary incentive.\n, • Access to exceptional online and face-to-face training opportunities.\nAbout Us\n Founded in 1994 by a former foster parent and social worker, FCA is part of the Polaris Community, one of the UK's largest children's services providers. Our mission is to make a positive and lasting difference in the lives of looked-after children. We pride ourselves on being a supportive family, dedicated to helping every child and foster parent every minute of the day. Ready to Make a Difference?\n If you’re excited about joining our friendly team and making a real impact, we’d love to hear from you! Apply today and take the next step in your rewarding career with FCA. \n No agencies, please. FCA is an equal opportunities employer and has been awarded Disability Confident Employer status. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.