A leading children's services Social Enterprise is looking for a part time Supervising Social Worker to support a caseload of foster carers around Essex.

This role is Part-time and a permanent position for 2 1/2 days per week.

You will be working with an experienced team and in a culture where children are respected, listened to, and involved in as many decisions as possible.

The ideal Supervising Social Worker will have Fostering & therapeutic practice experience, preferably within the private sector as this organisation has a strong therapeutic approach to practice (trauma-informed model).

What is on offer for you as the Supervising Social Worker:

• Training opportunities including formal CHARMS training


• Peer and group clinical supervision provided by a qualified psychologist


• Enhanced maternity leave


• Medical cashback scheme with Simply Heath


• Company pension scheme


• Excellent career progression opportunities


• This agency were named Employer of the Year at the National Children and Young People Awards 2021.

Duties and Responsibilities for you as the Supervising Social Worker:

• Assist in delivering and participating in our training programme for foster families


• Be part of their Children's and Young People's Participation Events


• Taking part in our On Call service on a rota basis.

Requirements for you as the Supervising Social Worker:

• A recognised Social Work qualification (Degree/Diploma)


• Registered with Social Work England


• Experience of working within a Fostering service


• Knowledge or experience of Therapeutic working


• You must have a full UK driving licence


• An excellent working knowledge and understanding of the current legislation and frameworks relevant to Children Social Care and Fostering

Location: Essex

Salary: Up to £34,900 per annum and 18.5 hours per week

Please follow the instructions on this website, or alternatively, contact Tom McKenna on 07587 031 100 or tmckenna@charecruitment.com for further details and please do be sure to leave your contact details

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