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Supervising Social WorkerLocation: Newton Aycliffe (covering the North East)Salary: £33,000 £41,000 per annumContract: Permanent, Full-TimePositions Available: 2Are You a Life Changer?Do you want to lean in and help transform the life of a child?Our client puts children first through a therapeutic and innovative approach to fostering. Guided by integrity, courage and care, they work collaboratively to create meaningful, lasting change for children and young people.This is more than a job its an opportunity to make a genuine difference.About the RoleOur client is seeking an experienced and passionate Supervising Social Worker (SSW) to join their fostering team. Based from the Newton Aycliffe office, you will manage a caseload across the North East, with a hybrid working model combining home, office and foster carer visits.This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled Social Worker who wants to actively influence positive change within a dynamic and growing fostering service. Whether youre an experienced SSW or looking for your next challenge, youll be supported to develop and progress your career.What Youll Be DoingManaging a caseload of typically 1315 fostering familiesProviding reflective supervision, guidance and support to foster carersUndertaking professional assessments and identifying the needs of children and young peoplePromoting high standards of safeguarding and complianceParticipating in an out-of-hours on-call rota to provide wrap-around supportContributing to the continued growth and development of the fostering serviceYou will play a vital role in ensuring children and young people reach their full potential in safe, stable and nurturing foster homes.What Were Looking ForIt is essential that you:Hold a recognised Social Work qualificationAre registered with Social Work England (SWE)Have experience within fostering and/or childrens social care (e.g. Looked After Children teams)Demonstrate strong knowledge of fostering regulations, childcare law and safeguardingCan make objective, professional assessmentsAre reflective, creative and committed to achieving the best outcomesHave access to a vehicle and hold a valid UK driving licenceAre willing to participate in an out-of-hours on-call serviceThe Benefits of Joining Our ClientCareer DevelopmentClear progression pathways with support into senior rolesManageable CaseloadsTypically up to 15 fostering familiesCompetitive SalaryStructured pay grades aligned to experience and trainingTravel Package45p per mile mileage reimbursement£100 per month car allowanceWellbeing & RecognitionAccess to therapeutic wellbeing sessionsService awards: £200 (2 years), £400 (5 years), £600 (10 years)Up to £500 special recognition award for outstanding practiceMonthly awards with the chance to win up to £150 in vouchersHealthcare & Financial SecurityMediCash plan for medical cashback (optical, dental and more)Life assurance scheme (3x annual salary after probation)Generous Annual Leave25 days annual leave rising to 28 days within 4 yearsAll bank holidaysAdditional 2.5 days annually (birthday, wellbeing day and festive shopping half-day)Safeguarding & EqualityAppointments are subject to satisfactory references and an enhanced DBS check.Our client is committed to diversity and inclusion and believes a workforce with varied backgrounds, cultures and perspectives is essential to achieving the best outcomes for children and young people.If youre ready to use your skills, experience and passion to change lives wed love to hear from you.TPBN1_UKTJ