Social Work Degree, Dip S/W, CQSW or equivalent
We are a highly regarded Independent Fostering Agency with an Outstanding Ofsted rating awarded to us from our last 2 inspections. We specialise in adopting a relationship focused therapeutic practise across our whole agency. We are currently looking for a dedicated Supervising Social Worker to join our team in Upton Magna, Shrewsbury on a full-time basis. We need someone who is driven, enthusiastic, ambitious, and committed to supporting our well-established team. Your role will be crucial in maintaining our therapeutic approach and nurturing a family-like environment, as we strive to offer every child a fresh start and a loving home.
Applicants will preferably have experience in childcare, family placement work and/or child protection. You will also be expected to demonstrate up to date knowledge of relevant legislation and associated regulations and be Social Work England registered. There is the option of having 1 day per week working from home.
You will be expected to manage a maximum caseload of 12-14 fostering households, help cover duty when the Foster Family Co-ordinator is on annual leave. To be on the out of hours rota.
Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people is at the core of all we do at New Chapters and we expect all employees to fully comply with this commitment.
This post is subject to successful safe recruitment, including an enhanced DBS.
Please call Debbie Borley (Administrator) on 01952 463251 or email debbieborley@newchaptersfostercare.co.uk to request an application form. We do not accept CV’s and ask any interested parties to call the office for an application form and or to speak with Claire Upcott, Registered Manager, who can speak with you in more detail about the role.
As an employer, we are committed to ensuring representation of people from all backgrounds regardless of their gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, race, religion, ethnicity, age, neurodiversity, disability status, or any other aspect which makes them unique. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds to apply and would encourage you to let us know if there are steps we can take to ensure that your recruitment process enables you to present yourself in a way that makes you comfortable.
