Job Title: Senior Supervising Social Worker Location: Maidstone, Kent Employment Type: Permanent, Full-time Salary: 42,000 We are a working with anindependent fostering agency who arecurrently looking for a dedicated and experienced Senior Supervising Social Worker to join their team and make a positive impact on the lives of children and families. With experienced senior management who are able to provide fantastic guidance and growth for progression, this could be a great opportunity to join a team where you can make a difference and make steps towards growing your experience. Key Responsibilities of the Senior Supervising Social Worker: Supervise and Support Foster Carers: Provide regular supervision, guidance, and support to foster carers, ensuring they have the necessary resources and training to provide quality care to children. Reviews: Regularly review and monitor the progress and wellbeing of children in placement. Compliance and Safeguarding: Ensure all fostering activities comply with relevant legislation, regulations, and agency policies. Uphold the highest standards of safeguarding and child protection. Multi-Agency Collaboration: Work collaboratively with local authorities, schools, health professionals, and other agencies to ensure a coordinated approach to the care and support of children. Record Keeping: Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of all interactions and activities, ensuring confidentiality and data protection protocols are followed. Qualifications and Experience: Social Work Qualification: Degree or equivalent in Social Work, with current registration with Social Work England. Experience: Minimum of three years' post-qualification experience in fostering (Independent Fostering or Local Authority), ideally within a Supervising Social Worker position, with a strong understanding of fostering regulations and best practices. Skills: Excellent communication, assessment, and report writing skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Strong organizational and time management abilities. Driving License: Full UK driving license and access to a vehicle for work purposes. If this Senior Supervising Social Worker position sounds like something that would be of interest, please apply and we'll be in touch with further details. TPBN1_UKTJ
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Senior Supervising Social Worker