Part-Time Supervising Social Worker — Foster Care (Midlands)

Polaris; Coventry; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 38,000; Part time

Job summary

A fostering agency based in Coventry is seeking a part-time Supervising Social Worker. The role requires collaboration with foster parents, managing a realistic caseload, and providing supervision. Candidates should have a Social Work qualification and experience in children's social work. Benefits include a car allowance, generous annual leave, and a company pension. The position involves travel within the Midlands and South Yorkshire, requiring flexibility.

Benefits

£3,000 Car Allowance

30 days' Annual Leave (increasing to 35 days)

Company Pension

Life Assurance x2

Employee Discount Scheme

Medical Cash Plan

Qualifications

• Qualified and experienced Social Worker with a collaborative approach.
• Experience working with foster parents as professional colleagues.
• Full driving licence and access to own car.

Responsibilities

• Support foster parents with a manageable caseload.
• Provide regular supervision to foster parents.
• Collaborate with children, young people, and other professionals.

Skills

Collaboration with foster parents

Good report writing

Working knowledge of children's services legislation

Flexibility in working patterns

IT skills

Education

Social Care England recognised qualification in Social Work

Job description

A fostering agency based in Coventry is seeking a part-time Supervising Social Worker. The role requires collaboration with foster parents, managing a realistic caseload, and providing supervision. Candidates should have a Social Work qualification and experience in children's social work. Benefits include a car allowance, generous annual leave, and a company pension. The position involves travel within the Midlands and South Yorkshire, requiring flexibility.