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Supervising Social Worker - Fostering

Ackerman Pierce Ltd
Posted 19 days ago, valid for 10 days
Location

Somerton, Somerset TA11 6SB, England

Salary

£40,000 - £45,000 per annum

Contract type

Full Time

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  • We are seeking a Supervising Social Worker for a Private Fostering Agency with a structured and supportive team.
  • The role requires at least 2 years of relevant experience in social work.
  • Key responsibilities include recruiting and assessing Foster Carers, providing supervision, and supporting their development.
  • The position offers flexible working hours, a competitive salary exceeding most surrounding areas, and opportunities for professional growth.
  • Additional benefits include free onsite parking and a supportive team culture with regular supervision on cases.

We are looking to recruit a Supervising Social Worker for a Private Fostering Agency. Our client has a well-structured and organised team that are looking to grow their staffing levels. The role offers flexible working hours and has a supportive team culture with regular supervision on cases.

Main duties include:

  • Recruit, assess and monitor the suitability of Foster Carers.
  • Support Foster Carers to evidence their competence against training standards.
  • Provide and record regular supervision in line with the agency's operational standards.
  • Undertake support visits.
  • Contribute to Foster Carer Annual Reviews within required timescales.
  • Ensure that the Foster Carers have an accurate and up to date Foster Care Agreement
  • Identify learning and development needs
  • Undertake initial visits and carer assessments
  • Attend meetings to support Foster Carers, children and young people.
  • Assist in the delivery of training.
  • Out of Hours duty system on a rota basis - 35 per day.

Benefits of Working with Private Fostering Agency:

Our Client has free onsite parking with the opportunity for role progression and training for both perm and temporary staff within the authority. They offer a very competitive pay rate which exceeds most of the surrounding areas.

Why Choose Ackerman Pierce?

Ackerman Pierce calls upon over 15 years' worth of experience in recruiting directly into the Social Work Sector. We can offer a unique experience within recruitment industry where you have your own personal consultant, a DBS and Compliance service with a quick and easy registration process. We pride ourselves on a guaranteed weekly payment process.

To discuss the vacancy further or any other opportunities we have please contact George Willett or email in your updated CV to us today.

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