Senior/Supervising Social Worker Job at Birmingham a minute Full Time NEW

Job Description

Join Our Team at Foster Care Associates (The FCA)
Position: Senior/Supervising Social Worker

Salary: Up to £40,081.10 per annum (dependent on experience)

Why Work With Us?

At FCA Midlands, we’re not just a team; we’re a family dedicated to making a real impact in the lives of children and families. As a Senior/Supervising Social Worker, you’ll play a crucial role in driving the growth and development of our fostering services across the Midlands. Enjoy a flexible hybrid working model that allows you to balance collaboration in our Bromsgrove office with the comfort of working from home.

What We Offer:

• Company car or £2,000 car allowance

30 days’ annual leave, increasing to 35 days with length of service, plus Bank Holidays Life assurance Company pension On-site free parking Employee discount scheme Medical cash plan

About Us

Founded in 1994 by a former foster parent and social worker, FCA is part of the Polaris Community, one of the UK’s largest networks of children’s service providers. Our mission is to make a positive and lasting difference in the lives of looked-after children. With an Outstanding Ofsted rating as of February 2024, we pride ourselves on our reputation for excellence and our commitment to supporting every child and foster parent.

Your Role Will Include:

• Supporting foster parents to achieve outstanding outcomes for children and young people.

Monitoring the suitability and competence of foster parents to ensure a safe and nurturing environment. Providing regular supervision to foster parents in line with FCA’s Operational Standards. Collaborating with the child’s network to identify needs and resources. Ensuring compliance with all key documentation for children and foster parents. Participating in meetings and providing reports for Commissioning Teams. Promoting the participation of children/young people in agency development. Participating in an out-of-hours support service on a rota basis. Conducting occasional initial home visits and Form F Assessments.

What You Need to Succeed:

• A Social Work qualification.

Professional registration with Social Work England or equivalent. Proven ability to produce high-quality reports. Comprehensive knowledge of relevant legislation and child safeguarding procedures. Willingness to travel extensively, including occasional overnight stays. Confidence in transporting children and young people in challenging situations. A full driving licence.

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you’re passionate about fostering and want to join a supportive and inspiring team, we’d love to hear from you! Apply today, and let’s start this rewarding journey together.

Note: Foster Care Associates is an equal opportunities employer and has been awarded the Disability Confident Employer status by Jobcentre Plus. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.