Senior Supervising Social Worker - Fostering & Support

Fosterplus; Prestwick; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Car allowance £3,000 per annum

30 days annual leave, rising to 35 + 8

Company pension

Life Assurance

Employee Discount Scheme

Medical Cash Plan

Job summary

Fosterplus Scotland is hiring a Supervising Social Worker in Prestwick. You will supervise Foster Parents across Ayrshire, carrying a caseload with responsibilities for safeguarding and high-quality foster care.

You must be a qualified social worker, registered with SSSC, with experience in children's social care. A driving licence and vehicle access are required. The role includes an on-call rota and competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• Be a qualified social worker with a recognised social work qualification.
• Be registered with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC).
• Have experience working within children's social care.
• Have excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Have a strong understanding of safeguarding practice and current legislation.
• Be able to maintain accurate records and complete required visits and reports within specified timescales.
• Be able to work independently while contributing positively as part of a team.
• Hold a full UK driving licence and have access to a vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and support a caseload of Foster Parents
• Undertake Foster Parent assessments, including Form F assessments where required
• Complete annual reviews and present reports to fostering panels
• Identify training and development needs for Foster Parents
• Attend professional meetings and advocate for children and Foster Parents
• Promote participation and ensure the voice of children and young people remains central to practice
• Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with fostering regulations and safeguarding requirements
• Participate in the Out of Hours support rota

Skills

Social Work qualification

SSSC registered

Children's social care experience

Communication skills

Safeguarding knowledge

Record keeping

Driving licence

Education

Social Work degree

Job description

Fosterplus Scotland is hiring a Supervising Social Worker in Prestwick. You will supervise Foster Parents across Ayrshire, carrying a caseload with responsibilities for safeguarding and high-quality foster care.

You must be a qualified social worker, registered with SSSC, with experience in children's social care. A driving licence and vehicle access are required. The role includes an on-call rota and competitive benefits.