Supervising Social Worker - Kinship Fostering Team

Work for an "Outstanding" Authority: Kinship Fostering RoleRole: Supervising Social Worker - Kinship Fostering TeamLocation: Manchester City Council (Mainly Office-Based)Pay Rate: £35.00 per hourContract: Full-Time, OngoingOfsted Rating:GRADED ''OUTSTANDING'' If you are an experienced Fostering Social Worker, you know how crucial it is to work within a system that actually works. Manchester City Council''s Children''s Services were recently graded ''Outstanding'' by Ofsted-proving that their leadership, practice standards, and team structures are among the absolute best in the country.We are looking for a skilled, driven Supervising Social Worker to join their high-performing Kinship Fostering Team. If you want a role that sharpens your assessment skills, provides immense career credibility, and keeps you at the cutting edge of modern social work, this is your next step.The Core Impact of Your RoleThis is a specialized, high-profile position where your clinical assessments will directly influence court decisions and secure stable futures for children within their extended families:Court-Directed Assessments: Utilize expert assessment skills to evaluate family and friends (kinship) foster carers under intense scrutiny, producing robust, analytical reports for legal proceedings.Fostering Compliance: Apply a deep understanding of National Fostering Regulations and National Minimum Standards to ensure all kinship placements are safe, compliant, and supportive.Safeguarding ..... full job details .....