Supervising Social Worker (2 Posts) – Ref: CH08321

• Walsall Fostering Service
• Salary: G9 £33,782 to £38,890 per annum 
• Hours: 37 hours per week
• This is a re-advertisement, previous applicants need not apply

Walsall Fostering Service recruits, trains, assesses and supports foster carers.  We have a track record of high quality service provision and are committed to achieving positive outcomes for all Walsall children in care.  We are looking to employ two Supervising Social Workers:-

Post 1: Supervising Social Worker (Support and Development) - Permanent
In the Support and Development Team you will support, develop and supervise a mixed caseload of mainstream, connected carers.

Post 2: Supervising Social Worker (Recruitment and Assessment) - Two years fixed term contract
In the Assessment Team you will recruit, assess and support mainstream foster carers and support them. You will be offering supervision, support and training to foster families. You will have the opportunity to work creatively and closely with a group of foster carers and children.

For both posts, you will need to be social work qualified, registered with Social Work England, familiar with the TSD standards and have a comprehensive knowledge of fostering regulations and legislation.  We are looking for someone with experience, enthusiasm, and a commitment to developing both individual and groups of carers. You must have good communication skills and be able to work with a diverse group of families that reflect the borough of Walsall. 

For more information, you can contact Linda Franks or Sandra Thorneycroft on 01922 652 680.

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Closing date: 6th February 2022

Walsall Council takes seriously the responsibility to safeguard and promote the welfare of all the children and young people entrusted to our care and it is our expectation that all staff will share this commitment.  We will ensure continuous development and improvement of robust recruitment processes and procedures that promote a culture of safeguarding amongst our workforce.  Completion of an enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check is a requirement for working with children and young people.

This post is covered by the Government's Code of Practice on the English Language Fluency Duty for public sector workers.  The post holder will be required to communicate verbally with customers and provide advice and/or information in accurate spoken English.