Job Title:Senior Supervising Social Worker
Location:Maidstone, Kent
Employment Type:Permanent, Full-time
Salary:£42,000
We are a working with anindependent fostering agency who arecurrently looking for a dedicated and experienced Senior Supervising Social Worker to join their team and make a positive impact on the lives of children and families.
With experienced senior management who are able to provide fantastic guidance and growth for progression, this could be a great opportunity to join a team where you can make a difference and make steps towards growing your experience.
Key Responsibilities of the Senior Supervising Social Worker:
* Supervise and Support Foster Carers:Provide regular supervision, guidance, and support to foster carers, ensuring they have the necessary resources and training to provide quality care to children.
* Reviews:Regularly review and monitor the progress and wellbeing of children in placement.
* Compliance and Safeguarding:Ensure all fostering activities comply with relevant legislation, regulations, and agency policies. Uphold the highest standards of safeguarding and child protection.
* Multi-Agency Collaboration:Work collaboratively with local authorities, schools, health professionals, and other agencies to ensure a coordinated approach to the care and support of children.
* Record Keeping:Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of all interactions and activities, ensuring confidentiality and data protection protocols are followed.
Qualifications and Experience:
* Social Work Qualification:Degree or equivalent in Social Work, with current registration with Social Work England.
* Experience:Minimum of three years' post-qualification experience in fostering (Independent Fostering or Local Authority), ideally within a Supervising Social Worker position, with a strong understanding of fostering regulations and best practices.
* Skills:Excellent communication, assessment, and report writing skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Strong organizational and time management abilities.
* Driving License:Full UK driving license and access to a vehicle for work purposes.
If this Senior Supervising Social Worker position sounds like something that would be of interest, please apply and we'll be in touch with further details.
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