We are partnering with 5 Fostering, a small family - fun Independent Fostering Agency to find a Supervising Social Worker for their fostering service that covers Manchester, Newcastle, Sunderland and surrounding areas.

This is a permanent and full-time position that is home-based (travel to visits).

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

About 5 Fostering and the team

5 Fostering is a small family- run independent fostering agency unique in the level of experience and expertise in the senior management team.

5 Fostering ‘s ethos is focusing on the needs of those they care for and being like an extended family.

5 Fostering are inspired by the Secure Base Model.

The team supports carers with tailored training, positive partnerships and rigorous attention to quality.

About the job

• Recruiting, assessing, matching & training prospective foster carers


• Supervising a caseload of foster families


• Working collaboratively within a multi-agency team


• Upkeeping all relevant compliance & reports


• Attending in fostering panel meetings


• Placement Management and Stability


• Foster Carer Recruitment and Engagement

About you

The successful candidate will have a social work degree with post qualification experience in Fostering.

What's on offer?

• A salary of up to £43,000 dependent on experience


• 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays


• Mileage paid


• Workplace Pension Scheme


• Occupational Sick Pay Scheme


• 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