The Role

Our client are looking for a knowledgeable and passionate Supervising Social Worker to join their team, covering a caseload across Swindon.

You’ll play a key role in supporting foster carers to deliver exceptional care for children and young people, ensuring every placement is safe, nurturing, and helps young people thrive.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a forward-thinking organisation that values creativity, collaboration, and professional growth. You’ll have the chance to influence and drive positive change while developing your own career within a supportive and dynamic environment.

About You

You’ll be an experienced and motivated Social Worker who is committed to achieving the best outcomes for children and young people. You’ll also bring:

• A professional qualification in Social Work and registration with Social Work England (SWE).

• Experience working in a fostering-related role or within children’s social care (e.g. looked-after children’s team).

• A reflective and creative approach to working with foster carers and young people.

• The ability to manage a caseload of up to 13 fostering families, providing ongoing supervision and guidance.

• A strong understanding of fostering regulations, childcare law, and safeguarding.

• Access to a car and a full UK driving licence.

You’ll be passionate, resilient, and eager to contribute to the continued success and growth of our client. 

What’s On Offer

Our client are proud to offer a range of benefits designed to support your wellbeing and professional development:

• Career Development: Clear progression pathways with opportunities to move into senior roles.

• Low Caseloads: Typically responsible for up to 13 fostering families.

• Competitive Salary: Structured pay grades reflecting your skills and experience.

• Travel Package: 45p per mile plus a £100 monthly car allowance.

• Wellbeing Support: Access to therapeutic wellbeing sessions with the Therapeutic Services Team.

• Bonuses & Awards:

• £200 (2 years), £400 (5 years), £600 (10 years) service awards.

• Up to £500 special recognition award for outstanding practice.

• Monthly REACH Awards offering up to £150 in vouchers.

• MediCash: Cashback on a range of medical appointments and treatments.

• Life Assurance: 3x annual salary after probation.

• Annual Leave:

• 25 days, increasing to 28 after 4 years.

Plus bank holidays, birthday leave (2.5 days), a wellbeing day, and a half-day festive shopping day.

About the Client

Our client is a leading independent fostering agency with a nationwide presence. Their mission is to provide safe, stable, and supportive homes where every child and young person can flourish.

The organisation is committed to ensuring that foster carers receive exceptional support and training, and that every young person receives a tailored package of care to meet their individual needs.

Our client takes pride in creating a culture that values staff wellbeing, professional development, and open communication.

Recruitment Timeline

We are committed to appointing the most suitable candidate and therefore encourage early applications. The recruitment process will involve an initial screening, followed by interviews for successful applicants.

Any offer of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and an enhanced DBS check

How to Apply 

Please complete the below form and include an up-to-date-CV. For a confidential discussion about the role, please contact Daisy on daisy@hamptonsresourcing.com or call 01926 695216.

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.