An independent fostering agency are looking for a Supervising Social Worker for their fostering service that covers North East.

This is a permanent and full-time position that is hybrid working.

You must have a Diploma/Degree in Social Work and have the right to work in the UK (no VISA sponsorship available)

About the team

This Independent Fostering Agency is an established fostering service in the North East, supporting and delivering high quality services to children, young people and foster carers since 1998.

This is an opportunity to a join a small team, rated ‘Good' by Ofsted in all areas.

About the job

• Recruiting, assessing, matching & training prospective foster carers

• Supervising a caseload of 6-8 foster families

• Working collaboratively within a multi-agency team

• Upkeeping all relevant compliance & reports

• Attending in fostering panel meetings

About you

The successful candidate will have a social work degree with post qualification experience in Children's Social Work whilst having an up-to-date understanding of relevant fostering legislation.

This is a growing team with long-term potential to progress into a senior position and beyond when opportunities arise.

What's on offer?

• A salary of £38,644 - £41,652 dependents on experience

• Annual Bonus


• 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays

• Excellent CPD training & development opportunities

• Health Assurance Scheme


• Further benefits

For more information, please contact Samantha Cunningham

07825213518 / scunningham@charecruitment.com

What do you get from working with me?

• CV enhancement

• Application form enhancement

• Access to many jobs in the market

• One central point of contact

• Interview preparation assistance

• Expert consultation

• Questions answered

• Offer negotiation