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JOIN AN OUTSTANDING-RATED SERVICE - SWINDON, OXFORDSHIRE & HOUNSLOW

An exceptional opportunity has arisen within a highly regarded Independent Fostering Agency (IFA) that boasts an "Outstanding" rating from Ofsted. This agency is actively seeking dedicated Qualified Social Workers for a permanent, full-time, remote-based position as a Supervising Social Worker.

This role is a perfect fit for a professional seeking a genuinely supportive, home-based environment where professional well-being is prioritised through manageable caseloads and superior specialist resources.

The role is strategically designed to offer a balanced workload and high-quality support mechanisms for staff working across the Swindon, Oxfordshire, and Hounslow regions:

• REMOTE & FLEXIBLE WORKING: The role is fully remote/home-based, requiring travel primarily within your agreed operational area for required visits.

• EXCEPTIONAL SPECIALIST SUPPORT: The agency is known for its strong support mechanisms such as:

  • Behaviour Specialists - offer support and guidance to carers who are experiencing difficulties in managing challenging behaviours displayed & provide specialist training.

  • Health Professionals - involved in monitoring health needs and providing training on child health and development.

  • Educational Advisors - promote achievement, attainment, and stability in educational placement.

  • Support Workers - who provide emotional and practical help to children and carers, including direct 1:1 work, activities, and assistance with transport.

• FOCUS ON SUPERVISION: Supervising Social Workers are not required to handle Form F assessments or incoming referrals, as these are managed by separate, external teams. The core focus remains on providing monthly supervision to a manageable caseload.

The agency offers a competitive package that recognises the value of experienced social work practice in the South East/Greater London area:

• Competitive Salary: The salary is up to £42,500 per annum.

• Generous Car Allowance: The role includes a Car Allowance of £3,400 to support travel across the regional coverage area.

• Generous Annual Leave: Employees receive 30 days annual leave plus 8 Bank Holidays.

• Enhanced OOH Pay: Out-of-hours (OOH) duty operates over the phone, typically 2-3 days a month. Pay is £25 for weekdays and £50 for weekends, doubled on a bank holiday.

• Additional Benefits: A Pension Scheme, SWE reimbursement, and excellent Private Health Care options are available after a qualifying period.

The Supervising Social Worker is responsible for providing intensive support to foster carers to enable them to provide the very best quality of care to vulnerable children.

• Core Duties: Duties include providing monthly supervision, undertaking planned and unannounced visits to children in placement (within your operational area), and formulating training and development plans for carers.

• Statutory Compliance: The role requires working in accordance with the Fostering Services (England) Regulations 2011 and the Fostering Services National Minimum Standards 2011.

• Duty Commitment: The post holder will be part of a duty rota (usually 2-3 times a month) to support the running of the service both within and outside of normal office hours.

• Professional Status: Must be a Qualified Social Worker.

• Qualifications: MA/BA in social work/DipSW/CQSW is essential.

• Mobility: The successful candidate must be a car driver with their own car to effectively cover the agreed operational area.

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