Fostering – Senior Supervising Social Worker
- Preston
- £34,000-40,000 per year
- Permanent
- Full-time
Location: Flexible working across the North West (Remote, Home & Office-based)
Head Office: Preston, UK (Free Onsite Parking)
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Hours: Monday to Friday, 9am–5pm (Some evenings and weekends required)
Salary: £34,000 – £40,000 per year (Dependent on experience)Job Description:Liquid Personnel is recruiting a Senior Supervising Social Worker to join its client’s Fostering team based in Preston.What will your responsibilities be?In this role, you will:
- Supervise and support foster parents, including induction and TSDS portfolio completion.
- Conduct Form F assessments and regular support visits.
- Facilitate monthly reflective sessions to enhance carers’ understanding of child development.
- Work directly with children to promote stability and positive outcomes.
- Identify training needs and develop Personal Development Plans (PDPs).
- Conduct unannounced visits, health & safety checks, and risk assessments.
- Present Annual Reviews to the Faith Fostering Panel.
- Prepare reports for LAC reviews and placement stability meetings.
- Respond to referrals, match placements, and liaise with local authorities.
- Participate in recruitment campaigns and assess foster carers’ ongoing suitability.
- Attend monthly reflective supervision with the Registered Manager.
- Ensure full compliance with safeguarding legislation and agency policies.
- 28 days annual leave
- Company pension
- Free onsite parking
- Flexible working arrangements
- Great CPD opportunities
- Team building days
- Mileage reimbursement
- A degree in Social Work (Bachelor’s or Master’s)
- Registration with Social Work England (SWE)
- Minimum 3 years post-qualification experience (preferred)
- Strong communication, assessment, and report-writing skills
- Knowledge of systemic and social learning theories
- Proficiency in digital record-keeping and documentation
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