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

This is a permanent and full-time position that is hybrid working (once a month in the office).

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 South West with a focus is to achieve positive experiences for the children and young people looked after by our dedicated foster carers.

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

About the job

• Recruiting, assessing, matching & training prospective foster carers

• Supervising a caseload of 10 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 £40,000

• Additional Payments


• 28 days of annual leave plus bank holidays plus birthday day off


• Mileage paid

• Excellent CPD training & development opportunities

• 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