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Supervising Social Worker
Supervising Social Worker – South & South East Services
Five Rivers Child Care is a Social Enterprise committed to transforming the lives of children and young people by reinvesting our surplus in their futures.
We are looking for a Supervising Social Worker to join our team in the South and South East service, covering Wiltshire, Hampshire, Dorset, IOW, and East and West Sussex.
As a Supervising Social Worker, you will provide crucial support to our Foster Carers throughout the South. Your role will be central to ensuring the well-being of both our foster carers and the children in their care, operating from an office rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted.
Key Responsibilities
- Support foster carers with a manageable caseload, ensuring high levels of supervision and intervention.
- Work within a trauma-informed practice model, offering therapeutic practice support.
- Complete Form F assessments and participate in children and young people’s strategy meetings.
- Take an active role in recruitment planning, including attending recruitment events across the region.
- Provide out-of-hours support to foster carers on a rota basis.
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Why Join Five Rivers Child Care?
- 25 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays
- £4,500 car allowance in addition to your salary
- Continuous professional development, supported by our Learning & Development Team
- Simply Health Medical Cash Back Scheme membership
- Blue Light Card for discounts and exclusive offers
- Employee Support Programme and enhanced company pension scheme (4% employer contribution)
- Refer-a-friend bonus scheme and long service recognition
Requirements
- Formal Social Work Qualification
- Valid UK driving licence and the Right to Work in the UK
- Excellent written and IT skills
- Strong communication and active listening abilities
- If you have experience in fostering or the passion to make a difference in children’s lives, we want to hear from you!
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Application Process
To apply, please:
- Fill out an application form, or
- Contact our Recruitment Team at 01722 435750 (option 2) for more information.
Five Rivers is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, including employment references and a DBS check.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals regardless of race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.
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