Fostering Supervising Social Worker

Hampshire County Council; Guildford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join the dynamic Fostering team at Hampshire County Council to make a real difference for vulnerable children. We are seeking a passionate and highly motivated individual to nurture relationships and support foster carers, contributing to the safety and stability of children in care. With opportunities for professional development and training, this role offers both personal and professional growth.

Qualifications

• Understanding of professional social work issues and legal frameworks.
• Highly motivated and driven individual.
• Confidence in supervision and communication with diverse audiences.

Responsibilities

• Nurturing positive working relationships between stakeholders.
• Supporting foster carers in providing stable home environments.
• Conducting assessments and writing reports.

Skills

Problem-solving

Interpersonal skills

Assessment

Report writing

Job description

Are you passionate about making a difference?

Having been awarded 'Outstanding' by Ofsted for the second time (consecutively) this is an exciting time to join us. There has been considerable investment in our workforce which has created a positive environment for our staff to make a difference and achieve change for our most vulnerable children and families. We pride ourselves in how strength based our focus is within this support. We support our staff to have an understanding of systemic theoretical frameworks and models underpinning our interventions; to have access to the right tools, equipment and resources; and, the right supervision, training and learning opportunities they need to be strong practitioners.

This is a great time to join the Fostering team as there are many new and exciting developments taking place and it is a great opportunity to be part of a dynamic, supportive, and friendly team. Be a fundamental part of ensuring the best outcomes for children and young people by being part of the team that supports foster carers to provide children with a safe, stable and permanent home environment.

What we’re looking for:

• You will have an enthusiasm for continuous improvement and possess confidence in your supervision and problem-solving skills, which you will bring to the role.
• You will be a highly motivated and driven individual, with an understanding of professional social work issues and legal frameworks underpinning fostering and Children in Care.
• You will have excellent assessment and report writing skills.
• You will be instrumental in nurturing positive working relationships between foster carers, children’s social workers and other professionals. You will need excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate with a diverse range of audiences.
• You will have the opportunity to gain extensive experience from this role, gaining skills and experience of fostering, children in care, staying put, Special Guardianships to name a few.