Supervising Social Worker

Leaders In Care Ltd; Leeds; On-site; GBP 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated supervising social worker to join their reputable Independent Fostering Agency. This role offers a unique opportunity to work flexibly, with only one day in the office, ensuring a balanced work-life dynamic. You will be pivotal in supporting foster carers, providing professional guidance, and overseeing the quality of care. The agency emphasizes professional development, encouraging growth within its ranks. With a competitive salary and generous holiday allowance, this position is perfect for those looking to advance their careers while making a meaningful impact in the fostering community.

Benefits

Generous salary up to £39,727

27 days holiday allowance

Learning and development opportunities

Flexible working schedule

Qualifications

• Experience in social work with a focus on fostering.
• Registration with Social Work England is required.

Responsibilities

• Support and manage approved foster carers.
• Supervise Support Workers and Social Work Students.

Skills

Social Work

Supervision

Communication Skills

Management

Education

Social Work Qualification

Job description

Home based, 1 day in the office IFA Perm Career progression Established team

Are you an experienced social worker who wants to get into fostering, but opportunities are limited in your current role?

Leaders in Care are working with a highly regarded Independent Fostering Agency in Leeds, for an experienced practitioner to join their stable service as a permanent supervising social worker.

As a supervising social worker, you will also be responsible for supporting and managing approved foster carers, providing professional advice when necessary, and contributing to business planning. Additionally, you will supervise Support Workers and Social Work Students.

You will work closely with the Unity social work staff and foster carers to ensure that quality standards are met in all assessments.

Benefits include a generous salary of up to £39,727, regular learning and development opportunities to ensure you are developing as a practitioner whilst providing the best care for all involved in the service, and a generous holiday allowance of 27 days.

This role also offers a flexible working schedule, with only 1 day a week in the office and the rest from home, allowing you to maintain a great work-life balance.

In this IFA, there is a real focus on professional development, with 2 of the senior management team being homegrown, so progression is very much encouraged.

For this role, you do require a social work qualification & registration to Social Work England.

To apply for this role, send your up to date CV to (url removed). Or call Chris on (phone number removed) if you have any further questions.