Supervising Social Worker — Foster Care & Support (Chorley area)

The Fca; Preston; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Car allowance (£2,000 p.a.)

30 days annual leave (+ up to 5 days)

Life assurance

Company pension

Free on-site parking

Employee Discount Scheme

Medical Cash Plan

Job summary

Foster Care Associates (FCA) invites applications for a Supervising Social Worker who will cover areas including Chorley, Preston, Bolton, and surrounding towns. You will support foster families, supervise carers, and ensure safeguarding and regulatory compliance while coordinating with networks for care plans.

Role requires social work qualification, registration with Social Work England, strong report-writing skills, and willingness to travel including occasional nights away.

Qualifications

• A social work qualification.
• Professional registration with Social Work England or equivalent.
• Proven ability to produce high-quality written reports.
• A comprehensive understanding of relevant legislation and child safeguarding procedures.
• Willingness and ability to travel extensively (including occasional nights away).
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Support Foster Parents and their families to achieve outstanding outcomes for all children and young people in foster care.
• Monitor the suitability and competence of Foster Parents, ensuring a safe, nurturing environment.
• Provide guidance on the fostering task, competencies, and standards expected, including complaints procedures.
• Conduct regular supervision sessions in line with FCA's Operational Standards.
• Collaborate with the child's network to identify needs such as respite, activities, and therapy.
• Ensure compliance with documentation for each child and Foster Parent.
• Attend meetings and provide reports for commissioning teams regarding care packages.
• Encourage participation of children and young people in agency development and community resources.
• Participate in an Out of Hours support service on a rota basis.
• Occasionally conduct initial home visits and Form F assessments.

Job description

Foster Care Associates (FCA) invites applications for a Supervising Social Worker who will cover areas including Chorley, Preston, Bolton, and surrounding towns. You will support foster families, supervise carers, and ensure safeguarding and regulatory compliance while coordinating with networks for care plans.

Role requires social work qualification, registration with Social Work England, strong report-writing skills, and willingness to travel including occasional nights away.