An exceptional opportunity has arisen within a highly regarded Independent Fostering Agency (IFA) that boasts an "Outstanding" rating from Ofsted. This agency is actively seeking dedicated Qualified Social Workers for permanent, full-time positions as Supervising Social Workers in the West Midlands. This role is a perfect fit for a professional seeking a genuinely supportive environment where professional well-being is prioritised through manageable caseloads and superior specialist resources.
WHAT THE AGENCY OFFERS:
The role is strategically designed to offer a balanced workload and high-quality support mechanisms:
CASELOAD: Currently 15, with an target to reduce these once vacancies are filled. This ensures Supervising Social Workers can provide intensive, quality support to their carers.
EXCEPTIONAL SPECIALIST SUPPORT: The agency is known for its strong support mechanisms such as:
Behaviour Specialists - offfer support and guidance to carers who are experiencing difficulties in managing challenging behaviours displayed & provide speciaslist training.
Health Professionals - involved in monitoring health needs and providing training on child health and development
Educational Advisors - promote achievement, attainment, and stability in educational placement
Support Workers - who provide emotional and practical help to children and carers, including direct 1:1 work, activities, and assistance with transport
HYBRID & FLEXIBLE WORKING: The role offers a hybrid pattern, requiring only one office-based day per week
FOCUS ON SUPERVISION: Supervising Social Workers are not required to handle Form F assessments or incoming referrals, as these are managed by separate, external teams. The core focus remains on providing monthly supervision to a manageable caseload.
REWARD & REMUNERATION
The agency offers a competitive package that recognises the value of experienced social work practice:
Competitive Salary: The salary is up to £39,000 per annum
Generous Car Allowance: The role includes a Car Allowance of £3,400
Generous Annual Leave: Employees receive 30 days annual leave plus 8 Bank Holidays.
Enhanced OOH Pay: Out-of-hours (OOH) duty operates over the phone, typically 2-3 days a month. Pay is £25 for weekdays and £50 for weekends, doubled on a bank holiday.
Additional Benefits: A Pension Scheme, HCPC reimbursement, and excellent Private Health Care options are available after a qualifying period.
THE ROLE & RESPONSIBILITIES
The Supervising Social Worker is responsible for providing intensive support to foster carers to enable them to provide the very best quality of care to vulnerable children.
Core Duties: Duties include providing monthly supervision, undertaking planned and unannounced visits to children in placement, and formulating training and development plans for carers.
Statutory Compliance: The role requires working in accordance with the Fostering Services (England) Regulations 2011 and the Fostering Services National Minimum Standards 2011.
Duty Commitment: The post holder will be part of a duty rota (usually 2-3 times a month) to support the running of the service both within and outside of normal office hours.
Team Culture: The team is described as having no 'cliques' and collaborates effectively, especially when managing increased workloads.
CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS:
Professional Status: Must be a Qualified Social Worker.
Qualifications: MA/BA in social work/DipSW/CQSW is essential.
Mobility: The successful candidate must be a car driver with their own car.
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