Supervising Social Worker

2 months ago

Taunton, United Kingdom Empower Family Group Full time


Salary of up to £39,000 per annum based on a full time - 40 hours per week contract. 


Due to expansion within the business we are looking for a Supervising Social Worker who is enthusiastic, patient and reliable to join our team in Somerset, covering the Southwest Area. 


There are many roles and responsibilities of a Supervising Social Worker:

  • Recruit, assess and monitor the suitability of Foster Carers. 
  • Support Foster Carers to evidence their competence against training standards. 
  • Provide and record regular supervision in line with the agency's operational standards. 
  • Undertake support visits. 
  • Contribute to Foster Carer Annual Reviews within required timescales. 
  • Ensure that the Foster Carers have an accurate and up to date Foster Care Agreement 
  • Identify learning and development needs
  • Undertake initial visits and carer assessments 
  • Attend meetings to support Foster Carers, children and young people. 
  • Assist in the delivery of training.
  • Out of Hours duty system on a rota basis - £35 per day. 

What we are looking for from you:

  • CQSW, Diploma in Social Work or BA in Social Work.
  • Experience of working with children and families.
  • A knowledge of legislation's relevant to children and families. 
  • Be able to work under pressure with competing demands.
  • Demonstrate initiative and self-reliance. 
  • Flexible approach to providing effective support to Foster Carers. 
  • A commitment to personal self-development and training. 
  • Excellent assessment and analytical skills. 
  • Proficient communication skills.
  • Exceptional time management skills.
  • Professional organisation.
  • Available to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends.


Requirements
  • CQSW, Diploma in Social Work or BA in Social Work (Essential)
  • Full UK driving licence and access to a reliable car with business insurance (Essential)
  • Relevant Post Qualifying Awards (Desirable) 


Benefits
  • 28 Days Annual Leave including Bank Holidays
  • On Call Allowance - £35 per day
  • Blue Light Discount Card
  • Discretionary Salary Sacrifice vehicles 


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