An Independent Fostering Agency is looking for a Principal Social Worker for their fostering service that covers South West and The Midlands. This is a permanent and full-time position that is hybrid working.
You must have a Diploma/Degree in Social Work and have the right to work in the UK (no VISA sponsorship available)
About the team
This independent fostering agency is well known for working with a therapeutic approach and their service is rated “good” by Ofsted (2025). They are a therapeutic fostering agency that work with a trauma-informed approach and they have offices in South Derbyshire, Buckinghamshire & Gloucestershire.
About the job
- Managing a small caseload
- Supporting and supervising social workers
- Contributing to foster carer retention & recruitment strategies
- Quality assurance
- Upkeeping all relevant compliance & reports
- Business development
- Working with/deputising for the registered manager
About you
The successful candidate will have a social work degree with post qualification experience in fostering to at least a senior social work level whilst having an up-to-date understanding of relevant fostering legislation.
What’s on offer?
- A salary of £46,000 – £49,000 dependent on experience
- A car allowance of £3,000
- Mileage paid
- 30 days of annual leave (rising to 35 days) + public holidays
- Excellent CPD training & development opportunities
- Pension scheme
- Life Assurance
- Discount schemes
- Further benefits
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