Charles Hunter Associates Ltd - South West England,

£40,777 to £74,951 a year

PermanentFull time

I am working with multiple Local Authorities in the South West area who are looking for multiple Social Workers (at various levels) across multiple teams in Children's Social Work teams. You must have a Diploma/Degree in Social Work and the right to work in the UK (no VISA sponsorship) The levels available are: Social Worker Senior Social Worker Advanced Practitioner Management The teams available are: Locality (Children) Child Protection/Safeguarding Children with Disabilities Fostering Kinship Quality Assurance These positions could vary from full-time to part-time and are predominantly hybrid working and there are many great opportunities to develop your career within Social Work. Alternatively, if these are not for you, get in touch and I will aim to find the ideal opportunity for you! Benefits for you: Government pensions scheme Up to 30 days of annual leave + bank holidays Sick Pay Hybrid working Training & Development opportunities Requirements: A recognised Social Work qualification (Degree/Diploma) Registered with Social Work England Working knowledge and understanding of the current legislation and frameworks relevant Location: West Yorkshire Salaries: £40,777 - £74,951 dependent on experience Hours: Full time / Part time / Permanent For more information, please contact Jamil Olweny 07587 031 098 / jolweny@charecruitment.com What do you get from working with me? CV enhancement Application form enhancement Access to many jobs in the market One central point of contact Interview preparation assistance Expert consultation Questions answered Offer negotiation

Brook Street - Redhill, Surrey

£40,000 to £40,000 a year

On-sitePermanentFull time

Social Worker - Children & Family Services (Assessments) Location: Redhill Salary: £40,000 Job Purpose To provide high-quality social work services to children and families within an assessment-based service, ensuring safeguarding, child welfare, and positive outcomes for children and young people. The role involves undertaking family assessments, producing reports, and working collaboratively with multi-agency professionals. Key Responsibilities Undertake comprehensive parenting and family assessments within agreed timescales Assess risk, safeguarding concerns, and the needs of children and families Produce clear, accurate, and evidence-based reports for internal and external use Work closely with local authorities, courts, and other professionals involved in child protection cases Develop and implement intervention plans to support families Maintain accurate, up-to-date case records in line with regulatory and organisational standards Participate in case conferences, reviews, and multi-agency meetings Ensure all work is completed in line with safeguarding policies and procedures Promote the welfare and best interests of children at all times Key Requirements Qualified Social Worker with Social Work England registration Experience within Children & Families Social Work Strong knowledge of safeguarding, child protection, and assessment processes Experience completing family assessments and written reports Ability to manage a complex caseload Strong communication and interpersonal skills Ability to work effectively within a multi-agency environment Full UK driving licence desirable

Thurrock Council - Thurrock, Essex

£39,027 to £44,463 a year

ContractFull time

Job Title: Social Worker (Quality Assurance) Salary: £39,027 - £44,463 per annum (pro rata if part-time) Grade: E Contract Type: 12 months Fixed Term Contract Working Hours: 37 hours per week We are seeking an experienced and motivated Social Worker (Quality Assurance) to join our Adult Social Care team. This is an exciting opportunity for a qualified social worker who is passionate about driving excellence, improving outcomes for adults, and supporting a culture of continuous learning and improvement. Working closely with operational managers, practitioners, and senior leaders, you will play a key role in monitoring, evaluating, and improving the quality of social work practice across Adult Social Care services. Through audits, case file reviews, thematic reviews, and quality assurance activities, you will help ensure that services are delivered in line with legislative requirements, professional standards, and best practice. Key Responsibilities - Coordinate and support audits, case file reviews, and thematic evaluations across Adult Social Care teams. - Analyse audit findings to identify strengths, areas for development, and emerging themes. - Produce high-quality reports and performance information to support service improvement. - Work collaboratively with practitioners, managers and providers to develop action plans. - Monitor compliance with statutory duties, policies, procedures, and professional standards. - Support the development and implementation of quality assurance frameworks and improvement programmes. - Work collaboratively with managers and practitioners to embed learning from audits, complaints, safeguarding enquiries, and service reviews. - Contribute to the development and delivery of practice guidance, workshops, and learning events. - Support the preparation of inspections, peer reviews, and regulatory assessments. - Promote a culture of reflective practice, continuous improvement, and person-centred care. - Provide support to the Service Manager for Quality Assurance Service Manager and Senior Practitioner (Quality Assurance). About You You will be a qualified and registered Social Worker with a strong understanding of Adult Social Care legislation, policy, and practice. You will have excellent analytical skills and the ability to review practice objectively while supporting colleagues to achieve high standards. Essential Requirements - Degree or recognised qualification in Social Work. - Registration with Social Work England. - Minimum of two years' post-qualification experience in Adult Social Care. - Strong knowledge of the Care Act 2014, Mental Capacity Act 2005, safeguarding legislation, and related statutory guidance. - Experience of undertaking or engaging with audits, quality assurance activities, or practice reviews. - Excellent written, verbal, and analytical skills. - Ability to interpret data and present findings clearly. - Strong organisational skills and attention to detail. - Commitment to continuous improvement and delivering positive outcomes for adults. - Proficient use of IT systems, e.g. Microsoft Office/365, Oracle, and Liquidlogic. Desirable Requirements - Experience in a quality assurance, practice improvement, or audit-focused role. - Evidence of post qualification study. - Experience of inspection preparation and service evaluation. - Knowledge of performance management and quality improvement methodologies. Essential Qualifications: Qualified Social Worker and registered with Social Work England. DBS Check: Enhanced with Adults Barred List is required for this post Benefits of Working with Us At Thurrock Council, we value our employees and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including: - Generous annual leave entitlement - Local Government Pension Scheme - Flexible and hybrid working opportunities (where applicable) - Ongoing training and professional development - Employee assistance programme and wellbeing support - Staff discounts and local offers - A supportive and inclusive working environment Important Dates Closing Date (Redeployment Only): 13th August 2026 Closing Date (Internal & External): 6th September 2026 Interview Date: 16th September 2026 Additional Information If you have any questions about the role or interview process, please contact: Trudy Marfo-Amponsah - Service Manager Phone Number: 01375 652850 Email: To view the Job Profile and Person Specification, please follow the link below: Download Job Profile (PDF Document) If the Job Profile and Person Specification list any qualifications as essential, please also upload copies of those relevant qualifications. Safer Recruitment Application Requirements As part of the Safer Recruitment process, Gap Management from when leaving full-time education is required for all Safeguarding roles. Please complete the Gaps in Employment grid provided (refer to the example document for guidance) and upload it under Miscellaneous Documents as part of your application. Please provide a full history with explanations of any gaps and ensure you also upload a copy of your full CV. Gaps in Employment Form Gaps in Employment Example

Look Ahead Care, Support and Housing Ltd - Islington, London

£38,000 to £38,000 a year

HybridPermanentFull time

We're looking for a motivated, innovative and resilient Fundraising and Social Value Coordinator to join our Philanthropy and Partnerships team located at our Head Office in Islington £38,000.00 per annum, working 35 hours per week. Want to feel like you have an exciting future? You'll feel at home here. Making you feel at home here means helping you thrive in every way. That's why we offer a wide range of benefits, award-winning Learning & Development and a culture that welcomes all. These aren't token gestures - we've thought long and hard about how best to support our team. After all, our people are doing something amazing: helping to transform lives every day. Our benefits include: * Annual leave increasing up to 30 days with length of service * A generous pension - we will contribute up to 8% and life assurance cover up to 3x Pensionable Salary (T&Cs apply) * Exclusive discounts and cashback via Reward Gateway® and opportunity to buy a Blue Light Card * Fully paid induction programme and further training * ILM courses and Apprenticeship Programmes * Cycle to work scheme * Employee Assistance Programme for 24-7 confidential support * Online wellbeing resources * Quarterly Staff Awards to reward & recognise our amazing staff's commitment and contribution * Free DBS (take this out if BSW advert) All applicants must be legally eligible to work in the UK by the start of employment as Look Ahead are not able to offer sponsorship. Hybrid (minimum of two days a week working from our Caledonian Road Head Office or our services across London and the South East) Open to discussions about full-time or part-time (0.8FTE) working arrangements What you'll do: * Lead on fulfilling our pipeline of potential grant, trust, foundation and corporate opportunities * Lead on funding applications that support Look Ahead's social inclusion priorities around: o Homes and spaces o Health and wellbeing o Skills, learning and work o Arts, creativity and celebration o Specialist added value staff roles that support the delivery of Look Ahead's mission * Identify, source and coordinate social value activities across Look Ahead services * Build and maintain relationships with corporate partners to raise income and deliver social value * Coordinate the Social Value Group and lead Look Ahead's participation in challenge and community events * Lead on the financial administration of grants, working closely with the finance team to ensure spend is appropriately allocated, recorded and monitored * Liaise with operations colleagues and funders to ensure grant funding is spent compliantly and in line with agreed budgets and outcomes * Monitor and report on funded activity, ensuring funder requirements and deadlines are met * Lead on communicating fundraising impact, outcomes, successes and stories, working with communications colleagues This is not an exhaustive list of all the duties and responsibilities that may be required from time to time and is subject to change in accordance with the needs of Look Ahead About you: You will be highly organised, confident working with budgets and multiple stakeholders, and motivated by social impact. You will have a minimum of 2-3 years working in fundraising, social value or bid writing. You'll have experience in fundraising, grants, partnerships or social value delivery, with strong research, writing and coordination skills, and a collaborative approach to working across teams. You will be an excellent bid writer with the ability to translate service need and customer aspirations into compelling, winning bids. You may have experience of raising funds for housing associations, social landlords or organisations that are not registered charities but have charitable status or are community interest companies. This role would suit someone looking to step into a varied, impact focused position. About us: Look Ahead is a leading, not-for-profit care and support provider in London and the South East. Our vision is to build better lives through social care and housing in local communities. As an organisation we deliver over 100 services, providing support to thousands of customers each year. Our mission is to co-design and deliver services that offer innovative social care solutions and support people to thrive. We work across mental health, homelessness and complex needs, young people and care leavers and learning disabilities so there are plenty of opportunities to grow and progress your career with us. We have a strong social purpose and we live and work by our values: * We focus on Excellence and innovation. * We are Caring and Compassionate. * We are Inclusive and Trusted. * We work in Partnership and are One-Team. Look Ahead is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults at risk, and expects all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment. If your application for this role is unsuccessful, but we feel that you would be suitable for another role, we may contact you to discuss alternative opportunities. If this occurs you would not need to submit another application for the alternative role. We reserve the right to close this advert early if we are able to appoint to the vacancy before the advertised closed date. We are committed to diversity and inclusion at work and are accredited with Silver in the Inclusive Employers Standard 2021. We are a proud member of the Employers Domestic Abuse Covenant and encourage applications from a diverse range of applicants of all backgrounds. Please see full job description on our website

Midlothian Council - Bonnyrigg

£44,989 to £49,009 a year

On-sitePermanentFull time

Job Vacancy KNOWLEDGE A degree in Social Work and registration with the SSSC as a Social Worker is essential a Diploma in Social Work with SSSC registration as a social worker is an acceptable alternative together with a Mental Health Officer academic qualification. Mental Health Team The essential qualifications for a Social Worker within the Mental Health Team are a degree in Social Work and registration with the SSSC as a Social Worker is essential a Diploma in Social Work with SSSC registration as a social worker is an acceptable alternative together with a Mental Health Officer academic qualification.# CLOSING DATE - Sunday 23rd Aug 2026 INTERVIEW DATE - TBC - likely to be week beginning 1st September 2026 Job Advert Position Title: Social Worker x2 Directorate: Health & Social Care Location: Bonnyrigg Health Centre Contract Status: Permanent Hours of Work: 36 hours per week Working Pattern: Monday - Friday Weeks per year: 52 Please note that it is Midlothian Councils policy that successful applicants will be appointed to the first point on the salary scale. Based on 36 hours over 52 weeks per year, the minimum actual salary for this position is £44,989.60 per annum. Requirements This post is considered Regulated Work with Protected Adults under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act, 2007. Therefore, it is an offence to apply if you are barred from working with protected adults. Successful candidates will require PVG Scheme membership for Regulated Work with Protected Adults, You will be required to join the Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme Update check prior to commencing employment with Midlothian Council, the cost of which will be met by you. For further information on the PVG Scheme please visit www.disclosurescotland.gov.uk Please note that Disclosure Scotland has changed the way PVG certificates are issued. You will be notified by email from Disclosure Scotland that your certificate is available to view. Once you have viewed your certificate you will be allowed to share this with your employer and it is only available for 14 days from the first day you have viewed the certificate. If you do not grant access to Midlothian Council to view before access is removed, a further application will need to be generated, and this will incur an additional cost. Please note : If you have spent more than 3 months working or living outwith the UK in the last 5 years then you will also be required to present a copy of an overseas criminal record check. Details of how to apply and contact details can be found on the GOV.UK website. Additional Information If you have difficulty applying for this post or accessing attached documents, or if you have a disability and reasonable adjustment is required, please email recruitment@midlothian.gov.uk to discuss with member of the Recruitment Team stating the post reference number. Midlothian Council is currently undergoing a period of transformation, changing and improving the way it delivers services in Midlothian. As a consequence, there are a number of existing employees for whom we are committed to seeking suitable alternative employment within the Council in accordance with our legal obligations. Candidates are advised that, for some vacancies, internal candidates in this situation will be interviewed before the wider selection pool and a slightly longer delay may be experienced before application outcomes can be advised to you. Thank you for your patience in this matter. If you are a trainee of a Midlothian Council Training Programme, have a disability or you are a care experienced young person who has previously been a looked after child, you are eligible for a guaranteed interview if you meet the essential criteria for the post.

FCA Scotland - Cambuslang, South Lanarkshire

£41,960.42 to £41,960.42 a year

HybridPermanentFull time

Foster Care Associates Scotland (FCAS) Role: Senior/Supervising Social Worker Location: Cambuslang Office Salary: Up to £41,960.42 per annum dependent upon experience Status: Full Time, 35 hours per week Benefits Company Car or £2,000 Car Allowance 30 days' annual leave rising to 35 days with length of service + bank holidays Life Assurance Employee Discount Scheme On-site free parking About Us Since 2002, we have been dedicated to transforming the lives of children and young people through high-quality fostering support and care. Together with our sister organisation, Foster Care Associates, we are part of one of the UK's largest and most respected fostering organisations, giving our teams access to exceptional resources, specialist expertise and sector-leading support. At the heart of everything we do is a commitment to children, young people and the foster carers who support them across Scotland. We believe every child deserves the opportunity to reach their full potential, feel valued and thrive within their community. Over the past 23 years, we have supported and cared for more than 2,000 children and young people, helping to create brighter futures and lasting positive outcomes. We are also proud to have made a pledge to The Promise Scotland, demonstrating our ongoing commitment to ensuring that care-experienced children and young people grow up loved, safe and respected, with opportunities to reach their full potential. Our pledge reflects our dedication to embedding the values and ambitions of The Promise across all areas of our work. We are proud that our passion, dedication and high standards have been recognised by Care Inspectorate, who graded our service as "Very Good". This reflects the commitment, professionalism and compassion of our entire team and reinforces our reputation as an organisation where both children and colleagues are supported to succeed. Duties Will Include Support foster carers and their families to provide safe, nurturing, trauma-informed care that helps children and young people feel secure, valued and able to achieve positive outcomes Build trusting and supportive relationships with foster carers, promoting reflective practice and helping them develop the skills, confidence and resilience required to meet the individual needs of children and young people Support and monitor the ongoing suitability, wellbeing and development of foster carers to ensure children experience stable, caring and emotionally attuned home environments that promote recovery, growth and learning Ensure foster carers have a clear understanding of the fostering role, trauma-informed parenting approaches, and the standards, policies and procedures expected within FCA Scotland, including complaints and representation processes Provide regular supervision and supportive professional guidance to allocated foster carers in line with FCA Scotland Operational Standards, encouraging reflection, strengths-based practice and continuous learning Work collaboratively within a team parenting and multi-agency approach to identify and respond to the holistic needs of children, young people and foster families. This may include support around short break, therapeutic input, education, activities, family time, health and community opportunities Ensure children, young people and foster carers are supported to maintain all key documentation and plans, recognising the importance of clear communication, stability and coordinated care planning Attend meetings and contribute written reports for commissioning teams and professional networks to support the development of responsive, child-centred packages of care Promote the voice, participation and rights of children and young people, ensuring they are meaningfully involved in decisions affecting their lives and supported to access opportunities, activities and resources within their local communities Participate in an out-of-hours support service on a rota basis, providing responsive and compassionate support to foster carers and young people when needed Participate in the daytime duty system on a rota basis, supporting the referrals team and contributing to timely, well-matched and trauma-informed planning You Must Have A recognised Social Work qualification Current Social Work registration with SSSC Strong written communication skills, with the ability to produce clear, analytical and high-quality reports A sound working knowledge of relevant childcare legislation, safeguarding responsibilities and child protection procedures A commitment to trauma-informed, relationship-based practice when supporting children, young people and foster families Flexibility and willingness to travel as part of the role, including occasional overnight stays if required The confidence, resilience and emotional awareness to safely support and transport children and young people, including during periods of distress or heightened emotion A full UK driving licence Contact For more information about this post please contact Michelle Trevis Smith, Fostering Service Manager, on 0141 646 1400. To be considered, please apply and we will be in touch. No agencies please. Foster Care Associates Scotland is an equal opportunities employer and has been awarded the Disability Confident Employer by the Jobcentre Plus. The successful applicant will be subject to a PVG check at enhanced level if successful for the position.

FCA - Ivybridge, Devon

£40,081.10 to £40,081.10 a year

HybridContractPart time

Foster Care Associates (The FCA) Role: Senior / Supervising Social Worker Hours: 22.5 hours per week Salary: Up to £40,081.10 per annum FTE, depending on experience Contract: 12-month fixed-term contract Base Location: Ivybridge Covering Area: South West - Plymouth, Devon and Cornwall Ofsted Rating: Outstanding, 2026 Benefits £2,000 car allowance 30 days' annual leave, rising to 35 days with length of service Bank holidays Life assurance Employee Discount Scheme & Medical Cash Plan All benefits will be pro-rated Help transform the lives of children and young people across Cornwall and Plymouth. Join Foster Care Associates, one of the UK's leading independent fostering agencies and part of the Polaris Community. With an Outstanding Ofsted rating and a strong reputation for supporting both children and staff, we're looking for a passionate, highly motivated and enthusiastic Senior / Supervising Social Worker to join our friendly and highly supportive South West team. About Us Set up by a former Foster Parent and former social worker in 1994, Foster Care Associates (FCA) is an established fostering agency which forms part of the Polaris Community, one of the UK's largest communities of children's services providers. The business was born out of an enthusiasm for delivering fostering services to make a positive difference to the lives of looked-after children. Our first office was in the Worcestershire countryside, and that's still where our head office is today. We've come a long way since those early days and, over the years, FCA has built a strong reputation for excellence and now offers a wide range of services to children and families. But our purpose remains the same: 'to make a positive and lasting difference for children, families and communities', and it's underpinned by a series of values designed to help us assist children and young people to reach their full potential. Today, we're one of the country's largest and most experienced independent fostering agencies. But just because we're large doesn't mean we're impersonal. At FCA, we're one big family, and we're committed to supporting every single child and Foster Parent, every single minute of the day. About the Role Our friendly South West team is seeking a Senior / Supervising Social Worker to help support and empower Foster Parents and young people within the Cornwall and Plymouth area. Support Foster Parents and their families to achieve outstanding outcomes for all children and young people in foster care Support and monitor the continued suitability and competence of Foster Parents, ensuring they provide a safe, healthy, nurturing and learning environment for children and young people Ensure that Foster Parents fully understand the fostering task, competencies to be achieved and the standards expected, including complaints and representation procedures as detailed in FCA policies and procedures Provide and record regular supervision to allocated Foster Parents in line with FCA's Operational Standards Work in partnership in a team parenting approach to help identify any needs within the foster family, e.g. respite, activities, therapy and holidays, with all members of the child's network, including contributing to all relevant meetings and any other tasks defined Ensure each child and Foster Parent are fully compliant in respect of all key documentation Attend meetings and/or provide reports for commissioning teams to address individual packages of care Promote the participation of children and young people in the development of the agency and in accessing resources and opportunities in their local community Participate in an out-of-hours support service on a rota basis Undertake occasional initial home visits and Form F assessments You Must Have A social work qualification Professional registration with Social Work England or equivalent Proven ability to produce a high standard of report writing A comprehensive working knowledge of relevant legislation and child safeguarding procedures The South West region covers Somerset, Cornwall, Devon, Torbay and Plymouth, so the role may occasionally require the successful candidate to work in these areas as part of the team; therefore, a willingness to travel is essential Confidence in transporting children and young people in sometimes stressful or difficult situations A full UK driving licence If you're passionate about improving the lives of children and young people and want to work for an Outstanding fostering agency where you'll be valued, supported and encouraged to develop, we'd love to hear from you. Contact For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Naomi Pollard, Registered Manager, at . No agencies please. Foster Care Associates is an equal opportunities employer and has been awarded Disability Confident Employer status by Jobcentre Plus. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.

Daniel Owen Ltd - Nottingham, Nottinghamshire

£40,000 to £40,500 a year

PermanentFull time

Electrician - Social Housing (Permanent) Location: Nottingham Salary: £38,520 - £40,548 per annum Hours: 40 hours per week (between 8:00am - 6:00pm) Contract: Permanent Join a Leading Social Housing Provider Daniel Owen is recruiting for an experienced Electrician to join an established repairs and maintenance team in Nottingham. This is an excellent opportunity to secure a permanent role with a leading social housing organisation, carrying out electrical maintenance and repairs within occupied residential properties. The Role Carry out electrical repairs, maintenance and installation works. Diagnose and resolve electrical faults efficiently. Complete inspection and testing where required. Deliver excellent customer service while working in customers' homes. Participate in second shift and out-of-hours cover on a rota basis. Essential Requirements Level 3 NVQ in Electrotechnical Services - Electrical Installation (Buildings and Structures), or equivalent. 18th Edition Wiring Regulations. Full UK Manual Driving Licence. Desirable Qualifications Level 3 Award in Initial and Periodic Inspection and Testing. AM2 Certificate. What's on Offer? Competitive salary of £38,520 - £40,548 per annum. Permanent, full-time position. Stable workload with long-term career prospects. Opportunity to work for a respected social housing organisation.

ISP - Chesham, Buckinghamshire

£29,600 to £29,600 a year

HybridPermanentFull time

Integrated Services Programme (ISP) Part-Time Supervising Social Worker - Fostering Base Location: Chesham Covering Area: Aylesbury, Bracknell, Reading and Woking Salary: £29,600 per annum, £37,000 FTE Hours: 4 days per week, 28 hours Benefits £3,000 car allowance 30 days' annual leave, increasing to 35 days with length of service Bank Holidays Company Pension Life Assurance x2 Employee Discount Scheme & Medical Cash Plan All benefits will be pro-rated About Us Set up in 1987 by a small but passionate group of foster parents, we became the UK's first independent foster care agency. That gives us the benefit of over 30 years of fostering experience and we're still going strong! The founder members recognised that looked-after children, especially those who'd had very difficult starts in life, needed specialist support. So right from the beginning they put the child at the centre of their thinking and surrounded them with an integrated range of support services. In fact, that's what ISP means: Integrated Services Programme. Over time, this circle of support has increased to include a whole range of professionals that children and foster parents can tap into, whenever they need to. This includes social workers, fostering advisors, teachers and therapists, who all work with our foster parents and the children they look after, helping them understand and manage even the most challenging situations. This is what's known as a 'therapeutic approach' to fostering and it's something that we pioneered. Requirements ISP Chesham is currently seeking a qualified and experienced Social Worker who is enthusiastic, committed and has an appreciation of the role and skills of foster parents. We ask our Social Workers to take a collaborative approach with foster parents in order to promote meaningful and relevant supervision of placements. Experience of working with foster parents as professional colleagues and working within a multi-discipline arena is essential, as is holding a full driving licence and having unrestricted access to your own car. This is a demanding position which includes both a quality assurance role to maintain high standards and a training role to prospective and current foster parents. You will be an excellent report writer and able to work to strict deadlines. Hold a Social Work England-recognised qualification in Social Work or equivalent Previous experience of children and families social work Previous experience of, or a desire to work in, a therapeutic model of childcare A comprehensive working knowledge of all relevant legislation pertaining to children's services as well as publications Full driving licence with unrestricted access to your own car Responsibilities Provide direct support to foster parents within a realistic caseload which enables a high level of supervision Provide regular supervision to allocated foster parents, enabling and monitoring their practice and ensuring their compliance with regulatory standards Work in partnership with children, young people, foster parents and other professionals, local authorities and stakeholders, enabling full participation in assessment, planning, review and decision-making relating to safeguarding and child protection The successful candidate will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check, the cost of which will be met by ISP. ISP is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates. ISP is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment.

ISP - Enfield, London

£39,500 to £39,500 a year

HybridPermanentFull time

Integrated Services Programme (ISP) Supervising Social Worker - Fostering Base Location: Enfield Salary: Up to £39,500 per annum Contract: Full Time Benefits £3,000 Car Allowance 30 days' annual leave, increasing to 35 days with length of service + bank holidays Company Pension Life Assurance x2 Employee Discount Scheme Medical Cash Plan About Us Set up in 1987 by a small but passionate group of foster parents, we became the UK's first independent foster care agency. That gives us the benefit of over 30 years of fostering experience and we're still going strong! The founder members recognised that looked after children - especially those who'd had very difficult starts in life - needed specialist support. So right from the beginning they put the child at the centre of their thinking and surrounded them with an integrated range of support services. In fact, that's what ISP means: Integrated Service Programme. Over time, this circle of support has increased to include a whole range of professionals that children and foster parents can tap into, whenever they need to. This includes social workers, fostering advisors, teachers and therapists, who all work with our foster parents and the children they look after, helping them understand and manage even the most challenging situations. This is what's known as a 'therapeutic approach' to fostering and it's something that we pioneered. Requirements ISP Enfield is currently seeking a qualified and experienced Social Worker or Senior Social Worker who is enthusiastic, committed and has an appreciation of the role of the foster parent and their skills. We ask our Social Workers to take a collaborative approach with foster parents in order to promote meaningful and relevant supervision of placements. Experience of working with foster parents as professional colleagues and working within a multi-discipline arena is essential, as is holding a full driving licence and having unrestricted access to your own car. This is a demanding position which includes both a quality assurance role to maintain high standards and a training role to prospective and current foster parents. You will be an excellent report writer and able to work to strict deadlines. Hold a Social Care England recognised qualification in Social Work or equivalent Previous experience of children and families social work A comprehensive working knowledge of all relevant legislation pertaining to children's services as well as publications Full driving licence with unrestricted access to your own car Responsibilities Direct support of foster parents within a realistic caseload which enables a high level of supervision Provide regular supervision to allocated foster parents, enabling and monitoring their practice and ensuring their compliance with regulatory standards To work in partnership with children, young people and foster parents and other professionals, local authorities and stakeholders, enabling full participation in assessment, planning, review and decision-making relating to safeguarding and child protection The successful candidate will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check, the cost of which will be met by ISP. ISP is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates. ISP is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment.