Remote Supervising Social Worker (Fostering) – Liverpool

Polaris Community; Remote; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading children's services provider in the UK is seeking an experienced Social Worker to support foster families in achieving outstanding outcomes for children in care. The role entails monitoring foster parents' suitability, attending meetings, and providing regular supervision. Successful candidates will possess a Social Work qualification, be registered with Social Work England, and demonstrate confidence in stressful situations. The position is home-based, covering Liverpool and Wirral, offering competitive benefits including a company car or a car allowance.

Benefits

30 days' Annual Leave

Bank Holidays

Life Assurance

Company Pension

On-site Free Parking

Employee Discount Scheme

Medical Cash Plan

Qualifications

• Qualified Social Worker with professional registration.
• Ability to travel extensively and manage stressful situations.
• High standard of report writing.

Responsibilities

• Support foster parents to achieve outcomes for children in care.
• Ensure suitability and competence of foster parents.
• Attend meetings and provide reports for commissioning teams.
• Participate in out-of-hours support service.

Skills

Report writing ability

Knowledge of child safeguarding procedures

Confidence in stressful situations

Full driving licence

Education

Social Work qualification

Professional registration with Social Work England or equivalent

Job description

A leading children's services provider in the UK is seeking an experienced Social Worker to support foster families in achieving outstanding outcomes for children in care. The role entails monitoring foster parents' suitability, attending meetings, and providing regular supervision. Successful candidates will possess a Social Work qualification, be registered with Social Work England, and demonstrate confidence in stressful situations. The position is home-based, covering Liverpool and Wirral, offering competitive benefits including a company car or a car allowance.