Here at Hamptons we are proud to be working in partnership with a well-established Independent Fostering Agency with a fantastic track record in the search for a motivated and aspirational Supervising Social Worker to join their team covering the North Yorkshire region. They are dedicated to supporting children who have experience significant trauma, this is done by a like-minded team who come together to change the lives of young people. Does this sound like an organisation that you would like to be a part of?

The Role: Locum Supervising Social Worker

• You will provide professional supervision and developmental support, advice and guidance to a small number of fostering families
• Ensuring that children, young people and foster carers receive a high-quality service, and that progress and achievements are recognised and celebrated
• To prepare and present clear and concise records and reports when it comes to dealing with caseloads
• Provide a safe, calm and well-ordered environment for all carers, and ensure that systems, process and methods of recording and well established, fit for purpose and efficient and of a high quality, addressing early signs of difficulties with carers
• Work in partnership with children, young people and foster carers and other professionals, local authorities  and stakeholders, enabling full participation in assessment, planning, review and decision making including those issues relating to safeguarding and child protection

About You:

• Must have a Degree in Social Work (BA), Master’s Degree in Social Work, or a Diploma in Social Work (DipSW)
• A stable career history and knowledge of fostering services
• Strong sense of ability to support the needs of young people who have experienced trauma in a therapeutic way
• Full driving licence and access to a vehicle

What’s On Offer:

• Locum position – Up to £40 per hour
• Home based, flexible working allowing a work/life balance
• Access to wellbeing sessions
• Bonus scheme
• Life assurance scheme
• Competitive annual leave

About:
As a leading UK independent fostering agency, our client dedicated to providing the best quality outcomes for their children and young people. They want to support their children and young people in building meaningful relationships with their foster carers, helping them establish trust and develop their self-esteem. Their therapeutic approach to fostering means they place the needs of their children at the heart of every decision they make, providing holistic support that ensures they can secure positive, fulfilling futures.

Recruitment Timeline:
Applications to be made as soon as possible

To apply, please complete the below form and include an up to date CV. Or for a confidential discussion about the role, please contact Charlotte on charlotte@hamptonsresourcing.com or 01926 354605

Hamptons is passionate about equality, and is committed to developing an inclusive workforce. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant regardless of your individual needs. Any reasonable adjustments will be fully supported during the application and hiring process.