Supervising Social Worker

The Supervising Social Worker builds positive relationships between FSG, the foster parent and the child's social worker. It is a key role that helps the foster parent to sustain the child in placement and ensure outcomes for children are being met within the foster family.

You will work closely with key internal and external stakeholders, to enable foster parents to be informed, accept, understand and operate within the regulations and national minimum standards and in accordance with Caretech Group policies and guidance.

We aim to create an environment where all people feel valued and can grow, develop and achieve their goals. We work to ensure that FSG is an organisation, which thrives on the diversity of its staff, families and children, to ensure that we assist and care for those most vulnerable, and advocate with them, and on their behalf

Working full time, you will be home based with occasional meetings in the FSG Regional Office in Shortland.

Essential

Social Worker with experience of OFSTED regulationsMultidisciplinary and multi-agency working experienceBe a strong team player, with excellent communication skills.Have excellent communication, organisational and time management skills.Participation on an out of hours rota (every 4 weeks)

In return we offer

Low caseloadsHome based workingVery supportive, friendly management and staff team.Long service awards and rewards.Free On-site parkingDiscount Card Competitive annual leave allowanceMeetings and peer supportDevelopmental opportunitiesInternal/external training on new initiatives

You will also learn from some of the most dedicated and inspirational people in our profession.

Note:

Successful candidates will need to meet the person specification in order to be offered this post.

FSG is committed to safeguarding and protecting the young people and service users within our care.

All candidates will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and reference checks.

FSG is an equal opportunities employer.