Supervising Social Worker – Fostering Team
- Wolverhampton
- £38,000-42,000 per year
- Permanent
- Full-time
Location: Wolverhampton
Pay Rate: £38,000 – 42,000 per annum.Job Description:Liquid Personnel is recruiting a Supervising Social Worker for its client’s Fostering Team, based in Wolverhampton.As a Supervising Social Worker, you’ll play a vital role in delivering an outstanding fostering service that champions the outcomes of Every Child Matters framework. You’ll support and supervise foster carers, manage your own caseload, and ensure the highest standards of care and safeguarding for looked-after children.What will your responsibilities be?Supporting Foster Carers
- Recruit, assess, and support foster carers to ensure they provide safe, loving, and enriching homes.
- Deliver regular supervision, guidance, and training to foster carers.
- Help carers meet their development goals and achieve their Training, Support & Development Standards.
- Attend placement planning meetings and contribute to care plans.
- Ensure children’s voices are heard and their needs are met.
- Support transitions to independence and contribute to Pathway Plans.
- Complete assessments, reviews, and statutory checks in line with regulations.
- Maintain accurate records and respond promptly to safeguarding concerns.
- Present reports to the Fostering Panel and ensure all documentation is up to date.
- Work closely with local authorities, schools, health professionals, and other stakeholders.
- Participate in support groups, forums, and social events for carers and children.
- Promote the agency’s values and uphold its strong reputation.
- A qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England.
- Experience in fostering or children’s services.
- Strong communication, assessment, and relationship-building skills.
- A commitment to safeguarding and continuous professional development.
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