Supervising Social Worker - Fostering Post Approval Team

Archer Resourcing; Northampton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading social care agency seeks a Supervising Social Worker for its Fostering Post Approval Team in Northampton. The role involves overseeing and supporting Foster Carers, ensuring they receive the guidance they need. Ideal candidates will have experience in social work and a solid understanding of fostering policies.

Benefits

£250 referral bonus

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 months experience in the fostering sector.
• Enhanced DBS dated within the last 12 months.
• Willingness to complete an enhanced DBS if necessary.

Responsibilities

• Supervising and supporting approved Foster Carers.
• Completing outcome trackers as per policies.
• Attending reviews and team meetings regularly.

Skills

Understanding of relevant policies

Teamwork

Supervision

Education

Registration with Social Work England

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Supervising Social Worker - Fostering Post Approval Team, Northampton

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Client:

Archer Resourcing

Location:

Northampton, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Reference:

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Posted:

02.06.2025

Expiry Date:

17.07.2025

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Job Description:

As a Supervising Social Worker, you will be supervising and providing support to approved Foster Carers. You will be developing effective relationships to ensure that Foster Carers feel that they are given adequate guidance that suits their personal needs, and to ensure that they feel well supported at all times.

The role includes, but is not limited to:

• Woking in partnership with individuals from the Fostering and Children’s Services.
• Giving support to foster carers, as well as supervision.
• Ensure that outcome trackers are completed following the appropriate policies and procedures.
• Attending and contributing in regular reviews, as well as regular team meetings.
• Ensuring that files are kept up to date.
• Working well as part of a committed team.

Requirements:

• Registration with Social Work England.
• Excellent understanding on relevant policies, procedures, and legislation.
• Minimum of 6 months Social Work experience in the fostering sector.
• Enhanced DBS, dated within the last 12 months. On the update service? You could be fast tracked through our recruitment process today .
• Willingness to complete an enhanced DBS if you do not currently hold one.

Working with Archer Resourcing Ltd:

We have been helping all health care professionals find exciting new roles for a number of years, so we know exactly where to look when it comes to sourcing the best opportunities. We operate across the UK, and, with amazing relationships with the biggest employers in UK social care, we give you the best chance of landing your next role.

We have a reputation for recruiting efficiently, however, we can only respond to candidates who meet the exact requirements of the position. If you have any queries about a role or application, then please call Archer direct on the provided contact details.

We also offer a £250 referral bonus should you know of anyone who may be interested.