Supervising Social Worker - Clifford House Fostering Contract type: 1 Year Fixed Term Contract Salary: Up to £38,000 prorated Contract term: Part Time Hours: 24 hours, 3 days per week 9am - 5pm Benefits: £3,000 car allowance, 30 days Annual Leave (rising to 35 days' with length of service) + Bank Holidays, Company Pension, Life Assurance, Employee Discount Scheme (all benefits will be prorated) About Us click apply for full job details
Dec 26, 2025
Contractor
Supervising Social Worker - Clifford House Fostering Contract type: 1 Year Fixed Term Contract Salary: Up to £38,000 prorated Contract term: Part Time Hours: 24 hours, 3 days per week 9am - 5pm Benefits: £3,000 car allowance, 30 days Annual Leave (rising to 35 days' with length of service) + Bank Holidays, Company Pension, Life Assurance, Employee Discount Scheme (all benefits will be prorated) About Us click apply for full job details
Senior/Supervising Social Worker - Full Time Salary: Up to £45,000 per Annum Dependent Upon Experience Benefits: Company Car or £2,000 Car Allowance, 30 days' Annual Leave, rising to 35 day's with length of service, + Bank Holidays, Life Assurance, Employee Discount Scheme & Medical Cash Plan Location: Office Based in Oldbury with flexibility to work from home - Covering the West Midlands. ABOUT US We're a high-quality fostering organisation, recognised as 'Outstanding' by OFSTED, and one of the UK's only independent fostering agencies specialising in cultural and faith-based fostering placements. That's what we set out to do in 2012, and we're still doing it today. Our focus is on helping children and young people with specific religious or cultural needs find foster parents who share their values and identity and can provide a safe and loving home. As such we provide a specialist service and in our most recent inspection in 2024, OFSTED rated us as 'Outstanding' in every area of our work Our head office is in the West Midlands, but as out reputation and services have grown, so has our presence across the UK. We now have an office in Blackburn and also cover the East Midlands and Yorkshire. We are fortunate to have Kulvinder Kaur Sahota as our Manager in Process of Registration and are a close, supportive team of staff. We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic Senior /Supervising Social Worker to join our passionate team. DUTIES WILL INCLUDE: Support and supervise foster parents and their families to achieve outstanding outcomes for all children and young people in foster care. Support and monitor the continued suitability and competence of Foster parents ensuring they provide a safe, healthy, nurturing and learning environment for children/young people. Work with foster parents to ensure they fully understand the fostering task, competencies to be achieved and the standards expected, including complaints and representation procedures as detailed in the ACS policies and procedures. Provide and record regular supervision to foster parents in line with ACS's Operational Standards. Work in partnership with local authorities and other professionals to support children, young people and foster parents and contribute to all relevant meetings and any other tasks. Ensure each child and foster parent are fully compliant in respect of all key documentation. Promote participation of children/young people in the development of the agency and in accessing resources and opportunities in their local community. Participate in an 'out of hours' support service on a rota basis Participate in day 'duty system' on a rota basis supporting referrals team YOU MUST HAVE: A Social Work qualification Professional registration with Social Work England or equivalent Ability to communicate clearly and sensitively with young people and adults Proven ability to produce a high standard of report writing A comprehensive working knowledge of relevant legislation and child safeguarding procedures Ability to work in partnership with placing authorities. Confidence with transporting children and young people in sometimes stressful/difficult situations The willingness and ability to travel extensively (including occasional nights away) Full driving licence For more information about this post please contact Kulvinder Kaur Sahota or Andrew Nugent, Fostering Service Manager on . No agencies please. Active Care Solutions is an equal opportunities employer and has been awarded the disability confident employer by the jobcentre plus. The successful applicant will be subject to a DBS check at enhanced level if successful for the position.
Dec 25, 2025
Full time
Senior/Supervising Social Worker - Full Time Salary: Up to £45,000 per Annum Dependent Upon Experience Benefits: Company Car or £2,000 Car Allowance, 30 days' Annual Leave, rising to 35 day's with length of service, + Bank Holidays, Life Assurance, Employee Discount Scheme & Medical Cash Plan Location: Office Based in Oldbury with flexibility to work from home - Covering the West Midlands. ABOUT US We're a high-quality fostering organisation, recognised as 'Outstanding' by OFSTED, and one of the UK's only independent fostering agencies specialising in cultural and faith-based fostering placements. That's what we set out to do in 2012, and we're still doing it today. Our focus is on helping children and young people with specific religious or cultural needs find foster parents who share their values and identity and can provide a safe and loving home. As such we provide a specialist service and in our most recent inspection in 2024, OFSTED rated us as 'Outstanding' in every area of our work Our head office is in the West Midlands, but as out reputation and services have grown, so has our presence across the UK. We now have an office in Blackburn and also cover the East Midlands and Yorkshire. We are fortunate to have Kulvinder Kaur Sahota as our Manager in Process of Registration and are a close, supportive team of staff. We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic Senior /Supervising Social Worker to join our passionate team. DUTIES WILL INCLUDE: Support and supervise foster parents and their families to achieve outstanding outcomes for all children and young people in foster care. Support and monitor the continued suitability and competence of Foster parents ensuring they provide a safe, healthy, nurturing and learning environment for children/young people. Work with foster parents to ensure they fully understand the fostering task, competencies to be achieved and the standards expected, including complaints and representation procedures as detailed in the ACS policies and procedures. Provide and record regular supervision to foster parents in line with ACS's Operational Standards. Work in partnership with local authorities and other professionals to support children, young people and foster parents and contribute to all relevant meetings and any other tasks. Ensure each child and foster parent are fully compliant in respect of all key documentation. Promote participation of children/young people in the development of the agency and in accessing resources and opportunities in their local community. Participate in an 'out of hours' support service on a rota basis Participate in day 'duty system' on a rota basis supporting referrals team YOU MUST HAVE: A Social Work qualification Professional registration with Social Work England or equivalent Ability to communicate clearly and sensitively with young people and adults Proven ability to produce a high standard of report writing A comprehensive working knowledge of relevant legislation and child safeguarding procedures Ability to work in partnership with placing authorities. Confidence with transporting children and young people in sometimes stressful/difficult situations The willingness and ability to travel extensively (including occasional nights away) Full driving licence For more information about this post please contact Kulvinder Kaur Sahota or Andrew Nugent, Fostering Service Manager on . No agencies please. Active Care Solutions is an equal opportunities employer and has been awarded the disability confident employer by the jobcentre plus. The successful applicant will be subject to a DBS check at enhanced level if successful for the position.
INTEGRATED SERVICES PROGRAMME (ISP) Part-Time Supervising Social Worker - Fostering Base Location: Wisbech Caseload Location: North Cambridgeshire - Peterborough and Wisbech, South Lincolnshire - Holbeach, Spalding and Boston Salary: Up to £37,000 prorated Hours: 3 days per week (21 hours) Benefits: £3,000 Car Allowance, 30 days' Annual Leave (increasing to 35 days with length of service) + Bank Holida
Dec 25, 2025
Full time
INTEGRATED SERVICES PROGRAMME (ISP) Part-Time Supervising Social Worker - Fostering Base Location: Wisbech Caseload Location: North Cambridgeshire - Peterborough and Wisbech, South Lincolnshire - Holbeach, Spalding and Boston Salary: Up to £37,000 prorated Hours: 3 days per week (21 hours) Benefits: £3,000 Car Allowance, 30 days' Annual Leave (increasing to 35 days with length of service) + Bank Holida
INTEGRATED SERVICES PROGRAMME (ISP) Part-Time Supervising Social Worker - Fostering Base Location: Wisbech Caseload Location: North Cambridgeshire - Peterborough and Wisbech, South Lincolnshire - Holbeach, Spalding and Boston Salary: Up to £37,000 prorated Hours: 3 days per week (21 hours) Benefits: £3,000 Car Allowance, 30 days' Annual Leave (increasing to 35 days with length of service) + Bank Holida
Dec 24, 2025
Full time
INTEGRATED SERVICES PROGRAMME (ISP) Part-Time Supervising Social Worker - Fostering Base Location: Wisbech Caseload Location: North Cambridgeshire - Peterborough and Wisbech, South Lincolnshire - Holbeach, Spalding and Boston Salary: Up to £37,000 prorated Hours: 3 days per week (21 hours) Benefits: £3,000 Car Allowance, 30 days' Annual Leave (increasing to 35 days with length of service) + Bank Holida
FOSTER CARE ASSOCIATES (THE FCA) Role: Senior/Supervising Social Worker Basic Salary: Up to £37,131.66 per annum dependent upon experience Benefits: Company Car or £2,000 Car Allowance, 30 days' Annual Leave, rising to 35 day's with length of service, + Bank Holidays, Life Assurance, Company Pension, Employee Discount Scheme & Medical Cash Plan Office Location: Home Based supporting Foster Parent on the Isle of Wight and parts of the mainland. ABOUT US Set up by a former foster parent and former social worker in 1994, Foster Care Associates (FCA) is an established fostering agency which forms part of the Polaris Community - one of the UK's largest leading communities of children's service providers. The business was born out of an enthusiasm for delivering fostering services to make a positive difference to the lives of looked after children. Our first office was in the Worcestershire countryside, and that's still where our Head Office is today. We've come a long way since those early days and, over the years, FCA has built a strong reputation for excellence, and now offers a wide range of services to children and families. But our purpose remains the same; 'to make a positive and lasting difference for children, families and communities', and it's underpinned by a series of values designed to help us assist children and young people to reach their full potential. Today, we're one of the country's largest and most experienced independent fostering agencies. But just because we're large doesn't mean we're impersonal. At FCA we're one big family, and we're committed to supporting every single child and foster parent, every single minute of the day. DUTIES WILL INCLUDE: Support foster parents and their families to achieve outstanding outcomes for all children and young people in foster care. Support and monitor the continued suitability and competence of Foster parents ensuring they provide a safe, healthy, nurturing and learning environment for children/young people. Ensure that carers fully understand the fostering task, competencies to be achieved and the standards expected, including complaints and representation procedures as detailed in the FCA policies and procedures. Provide and record regular supervision to allocated foster parents in line with FCA's Operational Standards. Work in partnership in a team parenting approach to help identify any needs within the foster family e.g. respite, activities, therapy, holidays, with all members of the child's network, including contributing to all relevant meetings and any other tasks defined. Ensure each child and foster parent are fully compliant in respect of all key documentation. Attend meetings and/or provide reports for Commissioning Teams to address individual packages of care. Promote participation of children/young people in the development of the agency and in accessing resources and opportunities in their local community. Participate in an 'out of hours' support service on a rota basis Participate in day 'duty system' on a rota basis supporting referrals team Undertake occasional initial home visits and Form F Assessments. YOU MUST HAVE: A Social Work qualification Professional registration with Social Work England or equivalent Proven ability to produce a high standard of report writing A comprehensive working knowledge of relevant legislation and child safeguarding procedures The willingness and ability to travel extensively (including occasional nights away) Confidence with transporting children and young people in sometimes stressful/difficult situations Full driving licence For more information about this post please contact Caroline Ellis, Registered Manager on or Ray Kalaker, Fostering Service Manager on . To be considered, please apply and we will be in touch. No agencies please. Foster Care Associates is an equal opportunities employer and has been awarded the disability confident employer by the jobcentre plus. The successful applicant will be subject to a DBS check at enhanced level if successful for the position.
Dec 23, 2025
Full time
FOSTER CARE ASSOCIATES (THE FCA) Role: Senior/Supervising Social Worker Basic Salary: Up to £37,131.66 per annum dependent upon experience Benefits: Company Car or £2,000 Car Allowance, 30 days' Annual Leave, rising to 35 day's with length of service, + Bank Holidays, Life Assurance, Company Pension, Employee Discount Scheme & Medical Cash Plan Office Location: Home Based supporting Foster Parent on the Isle of Wight and parts of the mainland. ABOUT US Set up by a former foster parent and former social worker in 1994, Foster Care Associates (FCA) is an established fostering agency which forms part of the Polaris Community - one of the UK's largest leading communities of children's service providers. The business was born out of an enthusiasm for delivering fostering services to make a positive difference to the lives of looked after children. Our first office was in the Worcestershire countryside, and that's still where our Head Office is today. We've come a long way since those early days and, over the years, FCA has built a strong reputation for excellence, and now offers a wide range of services to children and families. But our purpose remains the same; 'to make a positive and lasting difference for children, families and communities', and it's underpinned by a series of values designed to help us assist children and young people to reach their full potential. Today, we're one of the country's largest and most experienced independent fostering agencies. But just because we're large doesn't mean we're impersonal. At FCA we're one big family, and we're committed to supporting every single child and foster parent, every single minute of the day. DUTIES WILL INCLUDE: Support foster parents and their families to achieve outstanding outcomes for all children and young people in foster care. Support and monitor the continued suitability and competence of Foster parents ensuring they provide a safe, healthy, nurturing and learning environment for children/young people. Ensure that carers fully understand the fostering task, competencies to be achieved and the standards expected, including complaints and representation procedures as detailed in the FCA policies and procedures. Provide and record regular supervision to allocated foster parents in line with FCA's Operational Standards. Work in partnership in a team parenting approach to help identify any needs within the foster family e.g. respite, activities, therapy, holidays, with all members of the child's network, including contributing to all relevant meetings and any other tasks defined. Ensure each child and foster parent are fully compliant in respect of all key documentation. Attend meetings and/or provide reports for Commissioning Teams to address individual packages of care. Promote participation of children/young people in the development of the agency and in accessing resources and opportunities in their local community. Participate in an 'out of hours' support service on a rota basis Participate in day 'duty system' on a rota basis supporting referrals team Undertake occasional initial home visits and Form F Assessments. YOU MUST HAVE: A Social Work qualification Professional registration with Social Work England or equivalent Proven ability to produce a high standard of report writing A comprehensive working knowledge of relevant legislation and child safeguarding procedures The willingness and ability to travel extensively (including occasional nights away) Confidence with transporting children and young people in sometimes stressful/difficult situations Full driving licence For more information about this post please contact Caroline Ellis, Registered Manager on or Ray Kalaker, Fostering Service Manager on . To be considered, please apply and we will be in touch. No agencies please. Foster Care Associates is an equal opportunities employer and has been awarded the disability confident employer by the jobcentre plus. The successful applicant will be subject to a DBS check at enhanced level if successful for the position.
A UK wide large Fostering Agency is looking for a Supervising Social Worker to work from home covering Uxbridge, Herts, and East Berkshire area. Benefits for you as the Supervising Social Worker: Salary to £41,000 per annum Car allowance of £1500 25 Days Annual leave Plus Bank Holidays Contributory pension Scheme Additional Bonuses including share options Your responsibilities as the Supervising Social Worker: Monthly visits to the foster carers Work with colleagues on the placement arrangements for young people moving on Take part in foster care recruitment and marketing activity Please follow the instructions on this website, or alternatively, contact Tom McKenna, Associate Director, on or email for further details and please do be sure to leave your contact details
Dec 22, 2025
Full time
A UK wide large Fostering Agency is looking for a Supervising Social Worker to work from home covering Uxbridge, Herts, and East Berkshire area. Benefits for you as the Supervising Social Worker: Salary to £41,000 per annum Car allowance of £1500 25 Days Annual leave Plus Bank Holidays Contributory pension Scheme Additional Bonuses including share options Your responsibilities as the Supervising Social Worker: Monthly visits to the foster carers Work with colleagues on the placement arrangements for young people moving on Take part in foster care recruitment and marketing activity Please follow the instructions on this website, or alternatively, contact Tom McKenna, Associate Director, on or email for further details and please do be sure to leave your contact details
We are By the Bridge, a leading independent fostering provider. We find and train the best foster parents so that young people in care get a better chance in life as a result of their foster family's commitment and dedication. By the Bridge is looking for a dedicated, proactive and forward thinking Assistant Regional Manager to join the company our team! As Assistant Regional Manager, you will be an exceptionally driven individual and be a team player with strong leadership qualities to drive designated branch within the region and work in partnership with key stakeholders. Through training, coaching and modelling, alongside the Quality Team, the Assistant Regional Manager will help to further promote and embed our fostering practices. The successful candidate for this role will be an experienced social work practitioner who will play a pivotal role in supporting supervising social workers in developing social work capabilities, and finding their own solutions to ensure a culture of continuing professional curiosity. Are you someone who shares our passion to make children's lives better, would you enjoy working in a busy IFA who are dedicated in helping children and young people rebuild their lives? If so, we would like to hear from you! What you will be doing Deputising in the absence of the Regional Manager with the support of another Assistant Regional ManagerMonitoring safeguarding incidents, ensuring that these are updated regularly and that the records accurately reflect the most up to date status.Preparing and submitting Ofsted NotificationsSupervise an experienced team of supervising social workers who are reflective and creative in practice with support from regional therapistWork collaboratively with both internal and external key stakeholders to ensure effective running of our foster care services.Facilitate as appropriate and attend meetings as necessary, to include: Foster parent supervision groups, end of placement meetings and monthly team management meetings.Assist with providing information and data for management reports, tenders and presentation.To assist with the monitoring and managing of the branch expenditure versus budget.Ability to travel across the UK to all branches to engage with all staff and foster families Essential: Social Worker with experience of OFSTED regulationsRegistered with the relevant professional organization (SWE)Experienced in managing a team, with Fostering reg's Multidisciplinary and multi-agency working experienceBe a strong team player, with excellent communication skills.Have excellent communication, organizational and time management skills. In return we offer: Full support from a multidisciplinary teamRegular supervisionMeetings 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. By The Bridge with Cambian 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. By The Bridge with Cambian is an equal opportunities employer.
Dec 22, 2025
Full time
We are By the Bridge, a leading independent fostering provider. We find and train the best foster parents so that young people in care get a better chance in life as a result of their foster family's commitment and dedication. By the Bridge is looking for a dedicated, proactive and forward thinking Assistant Regional Manager to join the company our team! As Assistant Regional Manager, you will be an exceptionally driven individual and be a team player with strong leadership qualities to drive designated branch within the region and work in partnership with key stakeholders. Through training, coaching and modelling, alongside the Quality Team, the Assistant Regional Manager will help to further promote and embed our fostering practices. The successful candidate for this role will be an experienced social work practitioner who will play a pivotal role in supporting supervising social workers in developing social work capabilities, and finding their own solutions to ensure a culture of continuing professional curiosity. Are you someone who shares our passion to make children's lives better, would you enjoy working in a busy IFA who are dedicated in helping children and young people rebuild their lives? If so, we would like to hear from you! What you will be doing Deputising in the absence of the Regional Manager with the support of another Assistant Regional ManagerMonitoring safeguarding incidents, ensuring that these are updated regularly and that the records accurately reflect the most up to date status.Preparing and submitting Ofsted NotificationsSupervise an experienced team of supervising social workers who are reflective and creative in practice with support from regional therapistWork collaboratively with both internal and external key stakeholders to ensure effective running of our foster care services.Facilitate as appropriate and attend meetings as necessary, to include: Foster parent supervision groups, end of placement meetings and monthly team management meetings.Assist with providing information and data for management reports, tenders and presentation.To assist with the monitoring and managing of the branch expenditure versus budget.Ability to travel across the UK to all branches to engage with all staff and foster families Essential: Social Worker with experience of OFSTED regulationsRegistered with the relevant professional organization (SWE)Experienced in managing a team, with Fostering reg's Multidisciplinary and multi-agency working experienceBe a strong team player, with excellent communication skills.Have excellent communication, organizational and time management skills. In return we offer: Full support from a multidisciplinary teamRegular supervisionMeetings 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. By The Bridge with Cambian 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. By The Bridge with Cambian is an equal opportunities employer.
Supervising Social Worker - Orange Grove Contract type: Full-Time Salary: Up to £37,000 (dependent on experience) Contract term: Permanent Hours: 37 hours per week Benefits: £3,000 Car Allowance, 30 days Annual Leave (rising to 35 days with length of service) + Bank Holidays, Company Pension, Life Assurance x2, Employee Discount Scheme, Medical Cash Plan & Free Parking Office Location: Hybrid working with an expectation to be in the office once a month (Albourne, West Sussex or Chislehurst) Location: London, as a standard caseload, will be no more than 1 hour's drive (but flexibility will be required on occasion as part of team working) About Us Orange Grove was founded in 1996 by two social workers who understood that strong relationships held the key to successful fostering. As with all families, relationships matter. They provide a stable platform for growth, which is why we commit time, effort, and resources into nurturing them constantly. We do this for the children in our care by getting to know them and providing a safe and positive family environment. We do it for our foster parents by treating them individually and tailoring our support to their needs. And we take care to build strong and positive relationships with local authorities and our other partners, so we can all work effectively together. This has been at the heart of our philosophy ever since we were first set up over 20 years ago. The Role Orange Grove Fostercare Southern Counties registration covers the whole of the South, London, and Essex area. We are currently seeking a qualified and experienced Social Worker who is enthusiastic, committed, and has an appreciation of the role of the foster parent and their skills. We ask our Social Workers to take a collaborative approach with foster parents in order to promote meaningful and relevant supervision of placements. To have experience of working with foster parents as professional colleagues and working within a multi-discipline arena is essential, as is holding a full driving licence, being a confident driver, willing and able to travel across Hampshire and surrounding areas, with unrestricted access to your own car. This is a demanding position that includes both a quality assurance role to maintain high standards and a training role for prospective and current foster parents. You will be an excellent report writer and able to work to strict deadlines. You will be involved in the recruitment, training, and supervision of Foster Parents and promoting the welfare of children placed with Orange Grove Fostercare. Requirements Hold a Social Care England recognised qualification in Social Work or equivalent Ideally previous experience of family placement work and foster care practice including the assessment of potential foster parents however, for the right candidate training and development is provided. A comprehensive working knowledge of all fostering regulations, child care law, and safeguarding legislation Excellent communication skills A commitment to high-quality practice Intermediate IT skills to include Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint) and databases Full driving licence with unrestricted access to your own car Responsibilities Direct support of foster parents within a realistic caseload which enables a high level of supervision Provide regular supervision to allocated foster parents, enabling and monitoring their practice and ensuring their compliance with regulatory standards To work in partnership with children, young people and foster parents and other professionals, local authorities, and stakeholders, enabling full participation in assessment, planning, review, and decision making relating to safeguarding and child protection Have a full driving licence and unrestricted access to your own vehicle Be willing to undertake an Enhanced DBS check (cost will be met by Orange Grove Fostercare) For an informal discussion please contact Leisa Sheridan Orange Grove Fostercare is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates. Orange Grove Fostercare is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment INDCOMHPINDJULHPC
Dec 20, 2025
Full time
Supervising Social Worker - Orange Grove Contract type: Full-Time Salary: Up to £37,000 (dependent on experience) Contract term: Permanent Hours: 37 hours per week Benefits: £3,000 Car Allowance, 30 days Annual Leave (rising to 35 days with length of service) + Bank Holidays, Company Pension, Life Assurance x2, Employee Discount Scheme, Medical Cash Plan & Free Parking Office Location: Hybrid working with an expectation to be in the office once a month (Albourne, West Sussex or Chislehurst) Location: London, as a standard caseload, will be no more than 1 hour's drive (but flexibility will be required on occasion as part of team working) About Us Orange Grove was founded in 1996 by two social workers who understood that strong relationships held the key to successful fostering. As with all families, relationships matter. They provide a stable platform for growth, which is why we commit time, effort, and resources into nurturing them constantly. We do this for the children in our care by getting to know them and providing a safe and positive family environment. We do it for our foster parents by treating them individually and tailoring our support to their needs. And we take care to build strong and positive relationships with local authorities and our other partners, so we can all work effectively together. This has been at the heart of our philosophy ever since we were first set up over 20 years ago. The Role Orange Grove Fostercare Southern Counties registration covers the whole of the South, London, and Essex area. We are currently seeking a qualified and experienced Social Worker who is enthusiastic, committed, and has an appreciation of the role of the foster parent and their skills. We ask our Social Workers to take a collaborative approach with foster parents in order to promote meaningful and relevant supervision of placements. To have experience of working with foster parents as professional colleagues and working within a multi-discipline arena is essential, as is holding a full driving licence, being a confident driver, willing and able to travel across Hampshire and surrounding areas, with unrestricted access to your own car. This is a demanding position that includes both a quality assurance role to maintain high standards and a training role for prospective and current foster parents. You will be an excellent report writer and able to work to strict deadlines. You will be involved in the recruitment, training, and supervision of Foster Parents and promoting the welfare of children placed with Orange Grove Fostercare. Requirements Hold a Social Care England recognised qualification in Social Work or equivalent Ideally previous experience of family placement work and foster care practice including the assessment of potential foster parents however, for the right candidate training and development is provided. A comprehensive working knowledge of all fostering regulations, child care law, and safeguarding legislation Excellent communication skills A commitment to high-quality practice Intermediate IT skills to include Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint) and databases Full driving licence with unrestricted access to your own car Responsibilities Direct support of foster parents within a realistic caseload which enables a high level of supervision Provide regular supervision to allocated foster parents, enabling and monitoring their practice and ensuring their compliance with regulatory standards To work in partnership with children, young people and foster parents and other professionals, local authorities, and stakeholders, enabling full participation in assessment, planning, review, and decision making relating to safeguarding and child protection Have a full driving licence and unrestricted access to your own vehicle Be willing to undertake an Enhanced DBS check (cost will be met by Orange Grove Fostercare) For an informal discussion please contact Leisa Sheridan Orange Grove Fostercare is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates. Orange Grove Fostercare is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment INDCOMHPINDJULHPC
This is covering 12 months Maternity leave If you've got excellent interpersonal communication skills and can build positive relationships with foster parents and children's social workers, we can offer you a rewarding role. By the Bridge is looking for a dedicated, proactive and forward thinking Supervising Social Worker to join our team! We are By the Bridge, a leading independent Fostering provider, an independent and leading organisation with a unique therapeutic approach, providing high quality foster care for children of all ages and abilities. We find and train the best Foster Parents so that the young people in our care get a better chance in life and we are looking for a dedicated, experienced individual to join our team as a Supervising Social Worker. The role You will be part of the Yorkshire team that is based out of the Leeds office, offering direct support to our families with a realistic caseload (10-12 families). Working 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. You will have support from the therapy team who will offer reflective supervision and also support from our Education Advisors (EAGALs) who build upon the therapeutic parenting work being carried out by our fantastic Foster Parents. The Supervising Social Worker builds positive relationships between By the Bridge, 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 have: The desire to be a team player who wants to achieve best possible outcomes for all our children and foster carersExperience of working in the fostering sector and/or children/young people in social careHold a formal social work qualificationBe registered as a social worker with Social Work EnglandHave a valid driving licenseThe right to work in the UK In return we offer: Competitive salary and Car allowanceCompetitive annual leave allowance of 30 days per annumIndividual and group Clinical supervision provided by a qualified psychotherapistHybrid working role with a mixture of home and office based working 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. By The Bridge with Cambian 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. By The Bridge with Cambian is an equal opportunities employer.
Dec 16, 2025
Full time
This is covering 12 months Maternity leave If you've got excellent interpersonal communication skills and can build positive relationships with foster parents and children's social workers, we can offer you a rewarding role. By the Bridge is looking for a dedicated, proactive and forward thinking Supervising Social Worker to join our team! We are By the Bridge, a leading independent Fostering provider, an independent and leading organisation with a unique therapeutic approach, providing high quality foster care for children of all ages and abilities. We find and train the best Foster Parents so that the young people in our care get a better chance in life and we are looking for a dedicated, experienced individual to join our team as a Supervising Social Worker. The role You will be part of the Yorkshire team that is based out of the Leeds office, offering direct support to our families with a realistic caseload (10-12 families). Working 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. You will have support from the therapy team who will offer reflective supervision and also support from our Education Advisors (EAGALs) who build upon the therapeutic parenting work being carried out by our fantastic Foster Parents. The Supervising Social Worker builds positive relationships between By the Bridge, 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 have: The desire to be a team player who wants to achieve best possible outcomes for all our children and foster carersExperience of working in the fostering sector and/or children/young people in social careHold a formal social work qualificationBe registered as a social worker with Social Work EnglandHave a valid driving licenseThe right to work in the UK In return we offer: Competitive salary and Car allowanceCompetitive annual leave allowance of 30 days per annumIndividual and group Clinical supervision provided by a qualified psychotherapistHybrid working role with a mixture of home and office based working 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. By The Bridge with Cambian 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. By The Bridge with Cambian is an equal opportunities employer.
Location: Exeter, South West Salary : 40,000 + allowances + bonus Benefits for the Supervising social worker : Flexible working Work from home Autonomous role, organising your own schedule Fostering agency with great reputation Good Ofsted Diverse , multi-cultural team of people, inclusive work environment Career progression and development Permanent post NonStop Care is working with one of the most reputable Fostering agency in Exeter in order to help them find a Supervising social worker, full-time. This is a National Fostering organisation that is well-established and can offer great career development and benefits. They have been rated Good Ofsted and they are a child-focused, independent agency that have children at the heart of everything they do. You will be working across Exeter, hybrid working policy. You will driving to foster carers when needed across South West. You must be a driver and have access to a car to be eligible for this role. The role is autonomous and you can organise your own schedule. Responsibilities of the Supervising social worker: Offering monthly support and supervision to foster carers Updating assessments of current carers Being part of the OOH call system - this will be paid additionally Requirements: Must be a driver and have access to own car Must have recent experience working as a fostering social worker, either within local authority or IFA Please send your CV over to or you can also apply via this web-site. If you believe this opportunity isn't the right fit for you but know someone who would be a great match, we would love to hear from them! We offer a £200 referral bonus through our referral scheme.
Oct 06, 2025
Full time
Location: Exeter, South West Salary : 40,000 + allowances + bonus Benefits for the Supervising social worker : Flexible working Work from home Autonomous role, organising your own schedule Fostering agency with great reputation Good Ofsted Diverse , multi-cultural team of people, inclusive work environment Career progression and development Permanent post NonStop Care is working with one of the most reputable Fostering agency in Exeter in order to help them find a Supervising social worker, full-time. This is a National Fostering organisation that is well-established and can offer great career development and benefits. They have been rated Good Ofsted and they are a child-focused, independent agency that have children at the heart of everything they do. You will be working across Exeter, hybrid working policy. You will driving to foster carers when needed across South West. You must be a driver and have access to a car to be eligible for this role. The role is autonomous and you can organise your own schedule. Responsibilities of the Supervising social worker: Offering monthly support and supervision to foster carers Updating assessments of current carers Being part of the OOH call system - this will be paid additionally Requirements: Must be a driver and have access to own car Must have recent experience working as a fostering social worker, either within local authority or IFA Please send your CV over to or you can also apply via this web-site. If you believe this opportunity isn't the right fit for you but know someone who would be a great match, we would love to hear from them! We offer a £200 referral bonus through our referral scheme.
Location: Derby and the Midlands Salary : 40,000 + allowances Benefits for the Supervising social worker : Flexible working Work from home Autonomous role, organising your own schedule Charity Fostering agency with great reputation Non-profit Fostering agency Good Ofsted Diverse , multi-cultural team of people, inclusive work environment Career progression and development Permanent post NonStop Care is working with one of the most reputable Fostering charity in Derby in order to help them find a Supervising social worker, full-time. This is a National Fostering Non-profit organisation that is well-established and can offer great career development and benefits. They have been rated Good Ofsted and they are a child-focused, independent agency that have children at the heart of everything they do. You will be working across Midlands, hybrid working policy. You will driving to foster carers when needed across Midlands. You must be a driver and have access to a car to be eligible for this role. The role is autonomous and you can organise your own schedule. Responsibilities of the Supervising social worker: Offering monthly support and supervision to foster carers Updating assessments of current carers Being part of the OOH call system - this will be paid additionally Requirements: Must be a driver and have access to own car Must have recent experience working as a fostering social worker, either within local authority or IFA Please send your CV over to or you can also apply via this web-site. If you believe this opportunity isn't the right fit for you but know someone who would be a great match, we would love to hear from them! We offer a £200 referral bonus through our referral scheme.
Oct 06, 2025
Full time
Location: Derby and the Midlands Salary : 40,000 + allowances Benefits for the Supervising social worker : Flexible working Work from home Autonomous role, organising your own schedule Charity Fostering agency with great reputation Non-profit Fostering agency Good Ofsted Diverse , multi-cultural team of people, inclusive work environment Career progression and development Permanent post NonStop Care is working with one of the most reputable Fostering charity in Derby in order to help them find a Supervising social worker, full-time. This is a National Fostering Non-profit organisation that is well-established and can offer great career development and benefits. They have been rated Good Ofsted and they are a child-focused, independent agency that have children at the heart of everything they do. You will be working across Midlands, hybrid working policy. You will driving to foster carers when needed across Midlands. You must be a driver and have access to a car to be eligible for this role. The role is autonomous and you can organise your own schedule. Responsibilities of the Supervising social worker: Offering monthly support and supervision to foster carers Updating assessments of current carers Being part of the OOH call system - this will be paid additionally Requirements: Must be a driver and have access to own car Must have recent experience working as a fostering social worker, either within local authority or IFA Please send your CV over to or you can also apply via this web-site. If you believe this opportunity isn't the right fit for you but know someone who would be a great match, we would love to hear from them! We offer a £200 referral bonus through our referral scheme.
Location: Exeter, South West Salary : 40,000 + allowances + bonus Benefits for the Supervising social worker : Flexible working Work from home Autonomous role, organising your own schedule Fostering agency with great reputation Good Ofsted Diverse , multi-cultural team of people, inclusive work environment Career progression and development Permanent post NonStop Care is working with one of the most reputable Fostering agency in Exeter in order to help them find a Supervising social worker, full-time. This is a National Fostering organisation that is well-established and can offer great career development and benefits. They have been rated Good Ofsted and they are a child-focused, independent agency that have children at the heart of everything they do. You will be working across Exeter, hybrid working policy. You will driving to foster carers when needed across South West. You must be a driver and have access to a car to be eligible for this role. The role is autonomous and you can organise your own schedule. Responsibilities of the Supervising social worker: Offering monthly support and supervision to foster carers Updating assessments of current carers Being part of the OOH call system - this will be paid additionally Requirements: Must be a driver and have access to own car Must have recent experience working as a fostering social worker, either within local authority or IFA Please send your CV over to (url removed) or you can also apply via this web-site. If you believe this opportunity isn't the right fit for you but know someone who would be a great match, we would love to hear from them! We offer a 200 referral bonus through our referral scheme.
Oct 06, 2025
Full time
Location: Exeter, South West Salary : 40,000 + allowances + bonus Benefits for the Supervising social worker : Flexible working Work from home Autonomous role, organising your own schedule Fostering agency with great reputation Good Ofsted Diverse , multi-cultural team of people, inclusive work environment Career progression and development Permanent post NonStop Care is working with one of the most reputable Fostering agency in Exeter in order to help them find a Supervising social worker, full-time. This is a National Fostering organisation that is well-established and can offer great career development and benefits. They have been rated Good Ofsted and they are a child-focused, independent agency that have children at the heart of everything they do. You will be working across Exeter, hybrid working policy. You will driving to foster carers when needed across South West. You must be a driver and have access to a car to be eligible for this role. The role is autonomous and you can organise your own schedule. Responsibilities of the Supervising social worker: Offering monthly support and supervision to foster carers Updating assessments of current carers Being part of the OOH call system - this will be paid additionally Requirements: Must be a driver and have access to own car Must have recent experience working as a fostering social worker, either within local authority or IFA Please send your CV over to (url removed) or you can also apply via this web-site. If you believe this opportunity isn't the right fit for you but know someone who would be a great match, we would love to hear from them! We offer a 200 referral bonus through our referral scheme.
Location: Derby and the Midlands Salary : 40,000 + allowances Benefits for the Supervising social worker : Flexible working Work from home Autonomous role, organising your own schedule Charity Fostering agency with great reputation Non-profit Fostering agency Good Ofsted Diverse , multi-cultural team of people, inclusive work environment Career progression and development Permanent post NonStop Care is working with one of the most reputable Fostering charity in Derby in order to help them find a Supervising social worker, full-time. This is a National Fostering Non-profit organisation that is well-established and can offer great career development and benefits. They have been rated Good Ofsted and they are a child-focused, independent agency that have children at the heart of everything they do. You will be working across Midlands, hybrid working policy. You will driving to foster carers when needed across Midlands. You must be a driver and have access to a car to be eligible for this role. The role is autonomous and you can organise your own schedule. Responsibilities of the Supervising social worker: Offering monthly support and supervision to foster carers Updating assessments of current carers Being part of the OOH call system - this will be paid additionally Requirements: Must be a driver and have access to own car Must have recent experience working as a fostering social worker, either within local authority or IFA Please send your CV over to (url removed) or you can also apply via this web-site. If you believe this opportunity isn't the right fit for you but know someone who would be a great match, we would love to hear from them! We offer a 200 referral bonus through our referral scheme.
Oct 06, 2025
Full time
Location: Derby and the Midlands Salary : 40,000 + allowances Benefits for the Supervising social worker : Flexible working Work from home Autonomous role, organising your own schedule Charity Fostering agency with great reputation Non-profit Fostering agency Good Ofsted Diverse , multi-cultural team of people, inclusive work environment Career progression and development Permanent post NonStop Care is working with one of the most reputable Fostering charity in Derby in order to help them find a Supervising social worker, full-time. This is a National Fostering Non-profit organisation that is well-established and can offer great career development and benefits. They have been rated Good Ofsted and they are a child-focused, independent agency that have children at the heart of everything they do. You will be working across Midlands, hybrid working policy. You will driving to foster carers when needed across Midlands. You must be a driver and have access to a car to be eligible for this role. The role is autonomous and you can organise your own schedule. Responsibilities of the Supervising social worker: Offering monthly support and supervision to foster carers Updating assessments of current carers Being part of the OOH call system - this will be paid additionally Requirements: Must be a driver and have access to own car Must have recent experience working as a fostering social worker, either within local authority or IFA Please send your CV over to (url removed) or you can also apply via this web-site. If you believe this opportunity isn't the right fit for you but know someone who would be a great match, we would love to hear from them! We offer a 200 referral bonus through our referral scheme.
Home Based Fostering Team Manager Location: remote with some travel required salary up to 52 ,000 per annum NonStop Consulting is working with a well established Independent Fostering Agency with a Good Ofsted rating, in order to help them find a Fostering Team Manager who can join them on a permanent basis. The role is remote, meaning you will not be based in an office, allowing to have a lot of flexibility with your schedule. Responsibilities of the Fostering Team Manager: The Fostering Team Manager will be part of a therapeutic Fostering Agency with a very good reputation, so you will work within a very nice working environment. In this role, you will work closely with the Registered Fostering Manager in order to manage 5 remote Supervising Social Workers that are located around Exeter, Taunton, Trowbridge, Oxford and Aylesbury. Travel to these areas will be part of the role. Benefits for the Supervising Social Worker: - career progression - remote working - IFA with a Good Ofsted rating - therapeutic setting - small IFA - they have about 43 fostering households - Annual Growth and Development Bonus - 25 Days Annual Leave + 8 Bank Holidays - Pension - health insurance Requirements: Please apply if you are a Team Manager with experience in fostering. You must drive as well and be registered with Social Work England. If this role sounds like something you would be interested in, please send your CV, ideally in Word format, via this site.
Oct 02, 2025
Full time
Home Based Fostering Team Manager Location: remote with some travel required salary up to 52 ,000 per annum NonStop Consulting is working with a well established Independent Fostering Agency with a Good Ofsted rating, in order to help them find a Fostering Team Manager who can join them on a permanent basis. The role is remote, meaning you will not be based in an office, allowing to have a lot of flexibility with your schedule. Responsibilities of the Fostering Team Manager: The Fostering Team Manager will be part of a therapeutic Fostering Agency with a very good reputation, so you will work within a very nice working environment. In this role, you will work closely with the Registered Fostering Manager in order to manage 5 remote Supervising Social Workers that are located around Exeter, Taunton, Trowbridge, Oxford and Aylesbury. Travel to these areas will be part of the role. Benefits for the Supervising Social Worker: - career progression - remote working - IFA with a Good Ofsted rating - therapeutic setting - small IFA - they have about 43 fostering households - Annual Growth and Development Bonus - 25 Days Annual Leave + 8 Bank Holidays - Pension - health insurance Requirements: Please apply if you are a Team Manager with experience in fostering. You must drive as well and be registered with Social Work England. If this role sounds like something you would be interested in, please send your CV, ideally in Word format, via this site.
Supervising Social Worker - Outstanding IFA Salary: £39,000 + £3,400 car allowance Location: Hybrid (Leeds office / home working) Nonstop Consulting is working with one of the most reputable Independent Fostering Agencies in Yorkshire in order to help them find a Supervising Social Worker who can join them on a permanent basis. They have an Outstanding Ofsted rating, so you will be part of a very nice working environment. Responsibilities of the Supervising Social Worker: The Supervising Social Worker will hold a caseload of about 10 - 12 foster families in Yorkshire. The role is to provide support and supervision to the foster families. This is a hybrid role, which means you can work from home most days and just go to the office in Leeds now and then for the team meetings. Benefits: Salary up to £39,000 £3,400 car allowance very good annual leave - 30 days + 8 days bank holidays Private healthcare and dental cover. Pension scheme and life assurance Additional out-of-hours payments. Hybrid working and strong career progression. Requirements: Please apply is you are a Qualified Social Worker and you have experience in fostering. You must be registered with Social Work England and have a driving license. If you're passionate about improving outcomes for children and young people, apply today with your CV to join one of the UK's leading Independent Fostering Agencies.
Sep 23, 2025
Full time
Supervising Social Worker - Outstanding IFA Salary: £39,000 + £3,400 car allowance Location: Hybrid (Leeds office / home working) Nonstop Consulting is working with one of the most reputable Independent Fostering Agencies in Yorkshire in order to help them find a Supervising Social Worker who can join them on a permanent basis. They have an Outstanding Ofsted rating, so you will be part of a very nice working environment. Responsibilities of the Supervising Social Worker: The Supervising Social Worker will hold a caseload of about 10 - 12 foster families in Yorkshire. The role is to provide support and supervision to the foster families. This is a hybrid role, which means you can work from home most days and just go to the office in Leeds now and then for the team meetings. Benefits: Salary up to £39,000 £3,400 car allowance very good annual leave - 30 days + 8 days bank holidays Private healthcare and dental cover. Pension scheme and life assurance Additional out-of-hours payments. Hybrid working and strong career progression. Requirements: Please apply is you are a Qualified Social Worker and you have experience in fostering. You must be registered with Social Work England and have a driving license. If you're passionate about improving outcomes for children and young people, apply today with your CV to join one of the UK's leading Independent Fostering Agencies.
