An innovative and dynamic fostering agency that specialises in providing first class fostering services to children and young people are looking for a Supervising Social Worker to join their team in Essex.

This is a full time, permanent position with opportunities to work from home, however you would be expected to visit the company's office in London on occasion.

The ideal Supervising Social Workers will be expected to work professionally as a member of the multi-agency team to ensure that the needs of children and young people are met.

Benefits for you as the Supervising Social Worker:

• Work from home opportunities


• Small caseload of 5


• Flexible working hours


• Sick pay


• On-site parking


• Casual dress


• Company events


• Company pension


• Free parking

Your responsibilities as the Supervising Social Worker:

• Regular supervision visits to foster carers, children and young people


• Maintenance of full recording of contacts and visits with foster carers, including identifying their strengths, and areas that need further development.


• To support foster carers in meeting the needs of children in placement


• Ensure that statutory Fostering Regulations and National Minimum Standards are adhered to.

Requirements of you as the Supervising Social Worker:

• A recognised Social Work qualification (Degree/DipSW/CQSW)


• Experience of working within children social work


• A working knowledge and understanding of the current legislation and frameworks relevant to Children Social Care


• Must hold a full UK Driving Licence

Location: Essex

Salary: up to £45,000

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