Fostering Supervising Social Worker | Flexible Hours

East Midlands Councils/East Midlands Jobs; Buxton; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accelerated pay progression

Training opportunities

DBS fee covered

SW England registration fee covered

Flexi time

Generous annual leave

Job summary

Derbyshire County Council is seeking a qualified Social Worker to supervise and support Foster Carers across Derbyshire, based in Buxton. You will contribute to developing the service, completing annual Foster Carer reviews, and working with a rota for Fostering duty.

The role requires strong assessment and communication skills, with opportunities for reflective supervision, mentoring, and progression within Derbyshire’s fostering team.

Qualifications

• Qualified Social Worker with registration (Social Work England) and ability to supervise Foster Carers.
• Strong assessment and analytical skills with written and verbal communication.
• Experience or understanding of fostering services and child welfare systems.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and support approved Foster Carers in line with National Minimum Standards.
• Contribute to Foster Carer reviews and attend Foster Panel.
• Facilitate Foster Carer support groups and participate in Fostering duty rota.
• Collaborate with Children’s Social Workers and other professionals to achieve good outcomes.

Skills

Assessment skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Job description

Derbyshire County Council is seeking a qualified Social Worker to supervise and support Foster Carers across Derbyshire, based in Buxton. You will contribute to developing the service, completing annual Foster Carer reviews, and working with a rota for Fostering duty.

The role requires strong assessment and communication skills, with opportunities for reflective supervision, mentoring, and progression within Derbyshire’s fostering team.