Part-Time Therapeutic Fostering Supervisor

Polaris Community; Wisbech; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 41,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Car allowance £3,000 FTE (pro-rated)

30 days annual leave + bank holidays

Company pension

Life Assurance - 2x annual salary

Employee Discount Scheme

Medical Cash Plan

Job summary

Integrated Services Programme (ISP) Wisbech is recruiting a Part-Time Supervising Social Worker (Fostering) to supervise placements and support Foster Parents across North Cambridgeshire, South Lincolnshire and Wisbech.

The role requires a recognised social work qualification, current registration with Social Work England, experience in children and families social work, and a therapeutic approach to childcare. A driving licence and vehicle are essential; DBS check will be completed.

Qualifications

• Current registration with Social Work England.
• Experience in children and families social work.
• Experience within a therapeutic model of childcare.
• Knowledge of fostering legislation, National Minimum Standards and statutory guidance.
• Ability to work collaboratively with Foster Parents as professionals.
• Excellent written communication and report-writing skills.
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle for work purposes.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct support to Foster Parents while managing an allocated caseload with supervision and support.
• Provide regular supervision to Foster Parents, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
• Work in partnership with children, young people, Foster Parents, professionals, local authorities and other stakeholders.
• Enable participation in assessment, planning, reviews and decision-making relating to children and young people.
• Promote and maintain safeguarding and child protection practices.
• Support the training and development of prospective and current Foster Parents.
• Maintain high-quality records and reports within required timescales.

Skills

Social work

Written communication

Report-writing

Team collaboration

Driving licence

Therapeutic model understanding

Education

Social work qualification

Job description

Integrated Services Programme (ISP) Wisbech is recruiting a Part-Time Supervising Social Worker (Fostering) to supervise placements and support Foster Parents across North Cambridgeshire, South Lincolnshire and Wisbech.

The role requires a recognised social work qualification, current registration with Social Work England, experience in children and families social work, and a therapeutic approach to childcare. A driving licence and vehicle are essential; DBS check will be completed.