Senior / Supervising Social Worker

long-serving, now retired, Supervising Social Workers said this about her experience of working for Fostering People:"Fostering People are a fantastic company to work for where you really feel as though you can make a difference to children's lives. You will feel well supported by your line manager and also by senior management - it's a very open and inclusive environment where you feel able to share your ideas and have them listened to. Working at Fostering People gives you the opportunity to enhance your skills and knowledge and to develop your specific areas of interest."About YouAn enthusiastic and committed self-starter with the ability to work independently, while keeping in touch with team members and Foster ParentsExcellent assessment skills and strong written and verbal communication skillsGood IT skills and the ability to produce a high standard of report writingQualified Social Worker with current HCPC registrationRecent experience in fostering and services for children

this agency. They feel that the assessment process is robust and fair. They have excellent support from their supervising social workers, as well as managers in the agency. They attend support groups and regular events with their birth and looked after children. They feel highly valued and respected as Foster ParentsAgency staff report exceptionally high levels of satisfaction in their roles. They feel well supported, trained and respected. Training opportunities for staff and Foster Parents are excellentWhat We Are Looking For and What to Expect From UsWe are currently looking to recruit a Senior/Supervising Social Worker for our friendly and dynamic team to work with Foster Parents, primarily across Derby and Derbyshire, with the possibility of some households in Nottingham and Nottinghamshire.You will be responsible for the recruitment, training, assessment, support and supervision of a range of Foster Parents, ensuring high-quality placements for looked after children.One of our