An Independent Fostering Agency is looking for a Principal Social Worker for their fostering service that covers South West and The Midlands.

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 well known for working with a therapeutic approach and their service is rated "good" by Ofsted (2025).

They are a therapeutic fostering agency that work with a trauma-informed approach and they have offices in South Derbyshire, Buckinghamshire & Gloucestershire.

About the job

• Managing a small caseload


• Supporting and supervising social workers


• Contributing to foster carer retention & recruitment strategies


• Quality assurance


• Upkeeping all relevant compliance & reports


• Business development


• Working with/deputising for the registered manager

About you

The successful candidate will have a social work degree with post qualification experience in fostering to at least a senior social work level whilst having an up-to-date understanding of relevant fostering legislation.

What's on offer?

• A salary of £46,000 - £49,000 dependent on experience


• A car allowance of £3,000


• Mileage paid


• 30 days of annual leave (rising to 35 days) + public holidays


• Excellent CPD training & development opportunities


• Pension scheme


• Life Assurance


• Discount schemes


• 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