Supervising Social Worker - Fostering

Supervising Social Worker Rees Parent and Child Fostering Droitwich (Hybrid Working) Full-time 35 hours (part-time considered) £38,000 £42,000 on-call allowance(pro-rata for part time) Small caseload typically up to 7 households Looking for a smaller caseload and more meaningful work? Are you a Supervising Social Worker looking to step away from high caseloads and have the time to do the job properly? Rees Parent and Child Fostering is a growing Independent Fostering Agency specialising in Parent and Child placements.

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We are looking for a Supervising Social Worker to join our team at an exciting stage of development.

About the role Small caseload (typically up to 7 foster families) Flexible hybrid working Part-time options considered This is a role where you can focus on quality over quantity.

You will support and develop foster carers to provide safe, structured and nurturing parent and child placements, with the time to build meaningful relationships and deliver reflective practice.

In the early stages, you may support carers across the Midlands.

Travel is planned and managed, with the aim of developing a more localised model as the service grows.

What youll be doing Providing regular supervision, guidance and support to foster carers Visiting placements to ensure childrens safety and wellbeing Supporting carers to provide safe and effective Parent and Child placements Contributing to Form F assessments where required Completing annual reviews and statutory visits Preparing clear, analytical reports for panels and reviews Supporting delivery of training and foster carer development Facilitating or contributing to support groups Working in partnership with local authorities and professionals Promoting strong safeguarding practice at all times Contributing to the development of a high quality, reflective service You will also take part in a shared out of hours rota, with appropriate support and allowance.

About you We are looking for someone who is: Qualified Social Worker (Social Work England registered) Has experience as a Supervising Social Worker in fostering.

Confident supporting and developing foster carers Knowledgeable in safeguarding, child development and parenting capacity Strong report writing skills Able to work independently and as part of a team Compassionate, reflective and child focused in your practice A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle is required.

What we can offer you Salary: £38,000 to £42,000 depending on experience on-call allowance Small caseload (typically up to 7 households) Flexible hybrid working Part-time options available 25 days annual leave bank holidays birthday off (increases with length of service) Mileage paid Pension scheme Social Work England registration paid Employee discount scheme and referral programme Why join us? This is more than just a job its a chance to be part of building a service from the ground up.

Youll be joining a team where: Caseloads are manageable Practice quality is prioritised over volume You can help shape how the service develops Our commitment Rees Parent and Child Fostering is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

All appointments will be subject to appropriate checks, including an enhanced DBS.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates.

This is an ideal opportunity for a social worker who wants to step away from volume-driven practice and focus on meaningful, relationship-based work. xwzovoh

Join us in making a meaningful difference to childrens lives.