Senior Supervising Social Worker

Randstad Staffing; Flint; Hybrid; GBP 37,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A small independent fostering agency in North Wales is looking for an experienced Senior Supervising Social Worker. You will supervise a caseload of foster carers, supporting them through monthly supervision and regular visits. The role offers flexible hybrid working and a commitment to ongoing training and development. Ideal candidates will be qualified social workers with at least two years of experience in children's social work, possessing excellent organizational skills. A driving licence and vehicle access are required.

Benefits

Salary £37,000 to £42,000 depending on experience

Flexible hybrid working

Mileage paid during working hours

Regular carer activities and support events

Access to ongoing training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Qualified Social Worker with registration, preferably in Wales.
• Over 2 years of experience in a relevant social work setting.
• Strong knowledge of safeguarding policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and support a caseload of around 12 foster carers.
• Conduct safeguarding, risk assessments, and care planning.
• Attend reviews and respond to crises as required.

Skills

Qualified Social Worker with SWE or Social Care Wales registration

2+ years of experience in children's social work

Strong knowledge of safeguarding and care planning

Excellent communication and organizational skills

Job description

Senior Supervising Social Worker - Small independent fostering agency - North Wales

Randstad are currently recruiting for an experienced Senior Supervising Social Worker to join a small and supportive independent fostering agency in the North Wales area.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a values‑led team passionate about providing high‑quality foster care and excellent outcomes for children and young people across North Wales. You'll be joining a close‑knit team of seven experienced professionals who have worked together for a number of years, known for their positive working relationships and genuine support for one another.

Benefits:

• Salary £37,000 to £42,000 depending on experience
• Flexible hybrid working – work from home Mondays and Fridays
• Manage your own diary with autonomy and trust
• Strong team culture with approachable, experienced leadership
• Mileage paid at £0.45 per mile during working hours
• Regular carer activities and support events – walk and talks, holiday activities, pantos, and more
• Access to ongoing training and development opportunities

Key Responsibilities:

• Supervise and support a caseload of around 12 foster carers, providing monthly supervision and regular visits
• Undertake safeguarding, risk assessments, and care planning in line with the organisation’s policies and Social Care Wales standards
• Attend reviews, meetings, and respond to crises when required
• Contribute to foster carer annual reviews and present reports to panel as needed
• Co‑lead carer training sessions alongside the Deputy Manager (training lead)
• Sit on fostering panels periodically (typically Thursdays, 5:30‑7:30pm)
• Build and maintain strong partnerships with local authorities and multi‑agency professionals
• Uphold the organisation’s values, ensuring all work reflects a child‑centred, safe, and nurturing approach

To be considered for the role, ideally you will have:

• Qualified Social Worker with SWE or Social Care Wales registration (support provided if transferring registration)
• 2 years plus experience in a children’s social work setting – IFA, Local Authority or NHS
• Open to experience within Fostering, Adoption, Looked‑After Children, or Children in Our Care within local authority or IFA
• Open to candidates with a CAMHS Therapeutic background
• Strong knowledge of safeguarding, Care Planning, and multi‑agency working
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Welsh‑speaking desirable but not essential
• Full UK driving licence and access to own vehicle

Interested?

Apply today or contact Lynne Thomson at Randstad for more information.

Randstad Care acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Randstad Care is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merits alone.

Did you know that Randstad Care have been awarded a place on the National Clinical Staffing Framework for the NHS? This means we will be able to bring you more opportunities within nursing & midwifery and clinical staffing.