Supervising Social Worker

A specialist "Outstanding" rated Independent Fostering Agency is looking for a Supervising Social Worker to supervise a small number of carers as well as undertake foster care assessments around the North Kent Region.

This role is a full-time, homeworking, permanent position. The ideal Supervising Social Worker will have experience of working with children with complex medical needs and physical and learning disabilities along with a knowledge and understanding within a Fostering team.

Benefits for you as the Supervising Social Worker:

• 28 Days Annual leave
• Excellent training & development opportunities
• Car Allowance of £1,200 per annum plus mileage 0.45p per mile
• Contributory pension
• Health Care plan
• Employee Discount Platform
• Additional Benefits

Your responsibilities as the Supervising Social Worker:

• Supervising and supporting foster carers, their placements and support workers
• To ensure staff and carers are working within the requirements of fostering regulations and national minimum standards
• Undertake initial home visits
• Attend regional fostering panel as required
• Ensure safeguarding of children is paramount

Requirements of you as the Supervising Social Worker:

• A recognised Social Work qualification (Degree/DipSW/CQSW)
• A valid registration with social work England
• Experience of working with Fostering
• A knowledge of or experience of working with looked after children
• Must hold a full UK Driving Licence and a fully operational vehicle

Location: North Kent

Salary: up to £38,000

Please follow the instructions on this website, or alternatively contact Tom McKenna on 07587 031 100 or tmckenna@charecruitment.com for further details and please do be sure to leave your contact details

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