Non-Stat Fostering Agency

Supervising Social Worker

Paying £36,000.00 - £43,000.00, with an additional productivity bonus of up to £7,200 + a £3,000 annual travel allowance,

Are you an experienced and passionate social worker looking to make a real difference in the lives of children and families? based in Surrey Quays, London, is seeking a dedicated Supervising Social Worker to join our close-knit and supportive team.

Be a Part of a Thriving Team

At Synergy Fostering, we believe that diversity, collaboration, and a shared sense of humour are the keys to success. Our small team of nine professionals brings together different cultures and experiences, all working towards the same goal: providing the best possible support for our foster carers and the children in their care.

Why Join?

• Flexible Hybrid Model: Enjoy the flexibility of working from home three days a week while managing a caseload of families across Greater London.
• Meaningful Impact: Lead Foster Carer training and support groups, and provide out-of-hours support to Foster Carers, making a real difference in their lives.
• Competitive Salary: Earn between £36k-£43k based on experience, with the potential to earn up to £7,200 in productivity bonuses.
• Generous Benefits: We offer a £3,000 annual travel allowance, 25 days of holiday (plus bank holidays), and a Stakeholder Pension Scheme.
• Career Growth & Loyalty Rewards: We value your long-term commitment and offer additional bonuses and opportunities for professional growth.

What We're Looking For:

Essential Qualifications:

• Minimum of two years post-qualification social work experience, focusing on family-related cases (ASYE, valid DBS, and HCPC/SWE registration required).
• Over two years of experience in a Supervising Social Worker role within fostering.
• Strong assessment skills and a proven track record of social work competence.
• Familiarity with electronic case recording systems (we operate a paperless environment).

Desirable Attributes:

• Real-life experiences that complement your professional expertise.
• Additional fostering-related training, particularly in therapeutic or counselling areas.

Main Responsibilities:

• Fostering Applications: Recruit, assess, and support foster carers, ensuring the highest standards of safeguarding and child welfare.
• Carer Support: Supervise foster carers, address any concerns, and facilitate training and support groups. Offer out-of-hours support as part of a team rota.
• Child Placement: Match and place children with foster carers, manage placement agreements, and ensure ongoing safety and care.
• Team Collaboration: Work as part of a multi-disciplinary team to ensure the best outcomes for children, foster carers, and families.
• Safeguarding: Act in accordance with child protection and safeguarding procedures, reporting any concerns immediately.

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and contribute to a workplace where your expertise and passion will be valued, we'd love to hear from you!

For more information on this opportunity please contact Callum Parr at Ackerman Pierce recruitment agency on (phone number removed)