Part-Time Fostering Supervisor — Flexible Hours

Southampton City Council; Southampton; Hybrid; GBP 43,000 - 48,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent local government pension

Death in service benefit

Generous holiday 25–31 days

Flexible working options

Family-friendly policies

Training and development

Health and wellbeing support

Armed Forces Covenant

Retail discounts and savings

Discounted memberships at local sports

Sustainable travel benefits

Employee volunteering – 2 paid days

Job summary

Southampton City Council is seeking an experienced Supervising Social Worker to join the Fostering Service on a part-time basis (29.6 hours/4 days per week). You will support, supervise and train foster carers to provide a safe environment for Southampton’s children and young people.

This role offers flexible working options and the chance to contribute to ongoing service improvements. The ideal candidate will hold a recognised social work qualification with knowledge and experience of

Qualifications

• Recognised social work qualification and knowledge/experience of fostering.
• Ability to supervise and train foster carers.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide support, supervision and training for foster carers to ensure a safe environment for children and young people.
• Lead and contribute to the improvement of the fostering service through effective leadership.
• Deliver a high-quality service as part of Southampton Foster Carers team.

Skills

Supervisory skills

Communication

Fostering knowledge

Education

Recognised social work qualification

Job description

Southampton City Council is seeking an experienced Supervising Social Worker to join the Fostering Service on a part-time basis (29.6 hours/4 days per week). You will support, supervise and train foster carers to provide a safe environment for Southampton’s children and young people.

This role offers flexible working options and the chance to contribute to ongoing service improvements. The ideal candidate will hold a recognised social work qualification with knowledge and experience of