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About The Role
Are you a Life Changer? Do you want to lean in and transform the life of a child?
Compass Community puts children first through our therapeutic, innovative approach. Integrity, Courage and Care shape how we work. We listen deeply, challenge each other and fix what needs fixing, together.
This is the work. And we d like you to be part of it.
Compass Fostering are looking for a knowledgeable Supervising Social Worker to join our team. Based from our Worcester office, you will support a caseload primarily across Oxfordshire, Wiltshire and Gloucestershire, though this may flex in line with service needs.
This is a hybrid role, with office attendance only required a few times per month. The remainder of your time will be spent working from home and visiting foster carers and young people across the region.
This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled Social Worker to influence and effect change within our dynamic organisation. Whether you are an experienced Supervising Social Worker or looking for a fresh challenge, Compass will support and encourage your continued development.
What You ll Receive
Are you a Life Changer? Do you want to lean in and transform the life of a child?
Compass Community puts children first through our therapeutic, innovative approach. Integrity, Courage and Care shape how we work. We listen deeply, challenge each other and fix what needs fixing, together.
This is the work. And we d like you to be part of it.
Compass Fostering are looking for a knowledgeable Supervising Social Worker to join our team. Based from our Worcester office, you will support a caseload primarily across Oxfordshire, Wiltshire and Gloucestershire, though this may flex in line with service needs.
This is a hybrid role, with office attendance only required a few times per month. The remainder of your time will be spent working from home and visiting foster carers and young people across the region.
This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled Social Worker to influence and effect change within our dynamic organisation. Whether you are an experienced Supervising Social Worker or looking for a fresh challenge, Compass will support and encourage your continued development.
What You ll Receive
- Competitive salary with structured pay progression
- Low caseloads typically up to 15 fostering families
- 45p per mile mileage plus £100 monthly car allowance
- 25 days annual leave rising to 28 days, plus bank holidays
- Additional wellbeing, birthday and festive leave
- MediCash healthcare cashback scheme
- Therapeutic wellbeing support
- Long service and recognition awards
- Life assurance scheme (3x salary)
- Ongoing career development opportunities
We re looking for someone who:
- Holds a recognised Social Work qualification and is registered with Social Work England
- Has experience within fostering and/or children s social care
- Understands fostering regulations, safeguarding and childcare legislation
- Can build positive relationships with foster carers and young people
- Is reflective, creative and child-centred in practice
- Holds a full UK driving licence and has access to a vehicle
- Is willing to participate in an out-of-hours on-call rota
The successful applicant will be subject to satisfactory references and an enhanced DBS check.
Compass is an equal-opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. As we continue to grow, we know that we must have the most talented employees with diverse backgrounds, cultures, perspectives, and experiences to support our children and young people.