Supervising Social Worker

Fostering Supervising Social Worker - Greater ManchesterAn exceptional opportunity has arisen for a dedicated and qualified Social Worker to join a leading independent fostering agency renowned for its "Outstanding" Ofsted rating. Job SummaryRole Type: Full-time, Permanent vacancy.Working Hours: 37.5 hours per week, structured from Monday to Friday.Remuneration: An annual salary of up to £42,000, which includes a comprehensive car allowance.Key Purpose: The successful candidate will work collaboratively with an allocated caseload of foster carers to cultivate and sustain safe, nurturing, and stable family environments for looked-after children.Line Management: The position reports directly to the Registered or Deputy Manager.Core ResponsibilitiesSupervise foster carer caseloads to maintain high care standards.Provide high-quality guidance and routine support visits.Support annual reviews and present cases to fostering panels.Identify training needs and contribute to support groups and workshops.Assist carers in preparing youth for independent living.Participate in the out-of-hours on-call rota.Liaise with local authorities to meet children''s holistic needs.Monitor and update care, placement, PEP, and pathway plans.Complete individual risk assessments and safe caring plans.Maintain accurate, timely chronological case recordings.Ensure compliance with safeguarding procedures and regulations.Attend professional multi-agency meetings and support events.Maintain all records ..... full job details .....