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Supervising Social Worker
2 months ago
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Supervising Social Worker to join our team at Empower Family Group in Somerset, covering the Southwest Area.
About the RoleThe successful candidate will be responsible for recruiting, assessing, and monitoring the suitability of Foster Carers, as well as providing regular supervision and support to ensure they meet the agency's operational standards.
Key Responsibilities- Recruit and assess Foster Carers to ensure they meet the agency's standards.
- Provide regular supervision and support to Foster Carers to help them develop their skills and knowledge.
- Conduct support visits to Foster Carers to ensure they are meeting the needs of the children in their care.
- Contribute to Foster Carer Annual Reviews to ensure they are meeting the agency's standards.
- Ensure Foster Carers have an accurate and up-to-date Foster Care Agreement.
- Identify learning and development needs for Foster Carers and provide training and support to help them meet these needs.
- Undertake initial visits and carer assessments to ensure Foster Carers are suitable for the role.
- Attend meetings to support Foster Carers, children, and young people.
- Assist in the delivery of training to Foster Carers and other staff members.
- Work on a rota basis to provide out-of-hours support to Foster Carers and children.
- CQSW, Diploma in Social Work, or BA in Social Work.
- Experience of working with children and families.
- Knowledge of legislation relevant to children and families.
- Ability to work under pressure with competing demands.
- Initiative and self-reliance.
- Flexible approach to providing effective support to Foster Carers.
- Commitment to personal self-development and training.
- Excellent assessment and analytical skills.
- Proficient communication skills.
- Exceptional time management skills.
- Professional organisation.
- Availability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.
- 28 days annual leave, including Bank Holidays.
- On-call allowance of £35 per day.
- Blue Light Discount Card.
- Discretionary salary sacrifice vehicles.
