Full job descriptionFostering Supervising Social Worker - Greater ManchesterAn exceptional opportunity has arisen for a dedicated and qualified Social Worker to join a leading independent fostering agency renowned for its "Outstanding" Ofsted rating.
Job Summary*Role Type: Full-time, Permanent vacancy.
*Working Hours: 37.5 hours per week, structured from Monday to Friday.
*Remuneration: An annual salary of up to £42,000, which includes a comprehensive car allowance.
*Key Purpose: The successful candidate will work collaboratively with an allocated caseload of foster carers to cultivate and sustain safe, nurturing, and stable family environments for looked-after children.
*Line Management: The position reports directly to the Registered or Deputy Manager.
Core Responsibilities*Supervise foster carer caseloads to maintain high care standards.
*Provide high-quality guidance and routine support visits.
*Support annual reviews and present cases to fostering panels.
*Identify training needs and contribute to support groups and workshops.
*Assist carers in preparing youth for independent living.
*Participate in the out-of-hours on-call rota.
*Liaise with local authorities to meet children’s holistic needs.
*Monitor and update care, placement, PEP, and pathway plans.
*Complete individual risk assessments and safe caring plans.
*Maintain accurate, timely chronological case recordings.
*Ensure compliance with safeguarding procedures and regulations.
*Attend professional multi-agency meetings and support events.
*Maintain all records according to GDPR guidelines.
Benefits & Rewards*Generous annual leave entitlement of 30 days, plus 8 bank holidays and your birthday off.
*Excellent Private Dental and Healthcare schemes.
*Company Pension Scheme with options to increase individual contributions.
*Life Assurance benefit valued at up to 3 times the annual salary.
*Additional financial compensation for out-of-hours rota participation.
*Robust training pathways and clear career progression opportunities within an expanding national organisation.
Requirements*Must be a Qualified Registered Social Worker with a valid professional registration.
*Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check is mandatory.
*Full driving licence and willingness to manage associated vehicle responsibilities.
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