Supervising Social Worker

We are partnering with 5 Fostering, a small family - fun Independent Fostering Agency to find a Supervising Social Worker for their fostering service that covers Manchester, Newcastle, Sunderland and surrounding areas. This is a permanent and full-time position that is home-based (travel to visits).

You must have a Diploma/Degree in Social Work and have the right to work in the UK (no VISA sponsorship available)

About 5 Fostering and the team

5 Fostering is a small family- run independent fostering agency unique in the level of experience and expertise in the senior management team. 5 Fostering 's ethos is focusing on the needs of those they care for and being like an extended family. 5 Fostering are inspired by the Secure Base Model. The team supports carers with tailored training, positive partnerships and rigorous attention to quality.

About the job

• Recruiting, assessing, matching & training prospective foster carers
• Supervising a caseload of foster families
• Working collaboratively within a multi-agency team
• Upkeeping all relevant compliance & reports
• Attending in fostering panel meetings
• Placement Management and Stability
• Foster Carer Recruitment and Engagement

About you

The successful candidate will have a social work degree with post qualification experience in Fostering.

What's on offer?

• A salary of up to £43,000 dependent on experience
• 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays
• Mileage paid
• Workplace Pension Scheme
• Occupational Sick Pay Scheme
• Excellent CPD training & development opportunities
• Further benefits

For more information, please contact Samantha Cunningham

07825213518 / scunningham@charecruitment.com

What do you get from working with me?

• CV enhancement
• Application form enhancement
• Access to many jobs in the market
• One central point of contact
• Interview preparation assistance
• Expert consultation
• Questions answered