New Chapters Fostercare are looking to recruit a Supervising Social Worker with the necessary drive, enthusiasm, ambition and commitment to complement our already well-established team, help maintain our therapeutic approach and family-feel ethos in fulfilling our mission to: provide a New Chapter for every child and a place to call home. Offering £30,000 – £35,000 per annum on a full-time permanent basis, based out of our offices in Upton Magna, Shrewsbury.

New Chapters Fostercare is an “Outstanding” Ofsted rated Independent Fostering Agency that provides a therapeutic approach to parenting and building relationships.

About the Supervising Social Worker role:

Applicants must be at least two years post-qualified, preferably with experience in childcare, family placement work and/or child protection. You will also be expected to demonstrate up to date knowledge of relevant legislation and associated regulations and be Social Work England registered.

Supervising Social Worker Rey Responsibilities:

  • Manage a maximum caseload of 12 fostering households across the Shropshire county and bordering areas.
  • Help cover duty when the Placement Officer is on annual leave.
  • Be on the out of hours rota and work constructively with a diverse range of foster carers.
  • Engage in the professional development requirements of this growing Ofsted “Outstanding” rated agency.

Supervising Social Worker Requirements:

  • Social Work Degree, Dip S/W, CQSW or equivalent.
  • At least two years post-qualified, preferably with experience in childcare, family placement work and/or child protection.
  • Expected to demonstrate up to date knowledge of relevant legislation and associated regulations.
  • Be Social Work England registered.

Benefits:

  • 3% Pension Contribution
  • Development and Training opportunities including DDP Level 1
  • Staff Wellbeing Days
  • Free On-site Parking
  • 28 Days Holiday & Birthday Leave (exclusive of bank holidays)

New Chapters Fostercare began in 2014 with a small group of child focused foster carers in Shropshire. Dissatisfied with their agency they decided to look into setting up their own fostering agency to improve the care and support given to them and the children in their care.

Their first step was to approach a manager who shared their beliefs and had the qualities to make this happen. Two further professionals were vital to build this team and once they were on board the work to create the agency began.

If you feel you would be a suitable candidate for the Supervising Social Worker position, apply now and one of our dedicated Recruitment team members will be in touch.

We are an equal opportunities employer who welcome and encourage applications from all backgrounds – we are happy to discuss any possible reasonable adjustments.