Fostering Senior Social Work Professional

5 days ago


Blyth, Northumberland, United Kingdom TACT (The Adolescent & Childrens Trust) Full time

About TACT

TACT (The Adolescent & Children's Trust) is a foster care charity dedicated to providing exceptional support to foster carers and the children they care for. As a leading organization in the East Midlands, we prioritize our employees' well-being and offer a comprehensive benefits package that promotes a healthy work-life balance.

Job Overview

We are seeking an experienced Senior Supervising Social Worker to join our team in East Midlands. This role offers a unique opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of foster families and vulnerable young people. You will be responsible for supporting and supervising 10-12 foster families, ensuring they meet the complex needs of the looked-after children in their care.

Key Responsibilities

  • An appropriate social work qualification
  • Up-to-date registration with Social Work England
  • A minimum of 2 years post-qualifying experience in fostering/family placements or other childcare settings
  • Experience in supporting and supervising foster families to meet the complex needs of looked-after children
  • A proven track record in working with and on behalf of children, respecting and maintaining their individuality, and promoting their positive development.
  • Experience in group work and/or delivery of training.
  • Up-to-date knowledge of relevant legislation and regulations, including the Children's Act and NMS Fostering Standards.
  • Ability to prioritise, plan, and self-organise efficiently.
  • Capable of using electronic records systems and IT effectively.

Benefits

  • £41,208 per annum + £750 per annum Homeworking Allowance + £1,500 per annum Out of Hours Allowance
  • 31 days paid holiday plus annual bank holidays
  • Flexible working arrangements (including compressed hours, flexibility around core hours, and volunteer days policy)
  • Homeworking bundle including annual allowance, IT equipment, and a loan for home office set up
  • An hour a week of live, expert-led activities through the Annual Employee Wellbeing Programme
  • Menopause Policy and free Menopause Clinician Appointments
  • Stakeholder Pension Scheme (salary sacrifice)


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