Supervising Social Worker

Supervising Social Worker | The Fostering Company (Five Rivers) | £33,755 – £39,547 + £4,500 Car Allowance

We are working with The Fostering Company, part of the Five Rivers Child Care Group, to recruit a Supervising Social Worker to join their established team in Newcastle. This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly regarded, therapeutically led fostering agency that operates as a social enterprise, reinvesting into services to improve outcomes for children and young people.

With a ‘Good’ Ofsted rating and a strong reputation across the Northeast, this organisation offers a supportive, flexible working environment alongside a genuine commitment to staff development and progression.

Role Overview

As a Supervising Social Worker, you will support foster carers across the Northeast, ensuring they are equipped to provide safe, stable, and nurturing homes for children and young people. You will hold a realistic and manageable caseload, allowing you to focus on delivering high-quality supervision and meaningful support.

You will work within a trauma-informed and therapeutic practice model, supported by access to clinical expertise and structured supervision. The role offers flexibility in how you manage your time, alongside strong organisational support.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage and supervise a caseload of foster carers across the region
  • Provide regular supervision, guidance, and support to carers
  • Complete Form F Assessments where required
  • Promote and embed trauma-informed and therapeutic approaches
  • Participate in recruitment and assessment of foster carers
  • Support children and young people through participation and engagement activities
  • Contribute to the out-of-hours support rota
  • Maintain accurate records using the CHARMS system
  • Work collaboratively with internal clinical, education, and residential services

Benefits

  • Salary between £33,755 – £39,547 DOE
  • £4,500 annual car allowance
  • 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
  • Flexible and supportive working environment
  • Manageable caseloads to promote quality practice
  • Ongoing training and development through a dedicated Learning & Development team
  • Access to clinical supervision from a qualified psychologist
  • Gold Investors in People accredited organisation
  • Simply Health Medical Cash Back Scheme
  • Blue Light Card
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • Enhanced pension scheme (4% employer contribution)
  • Refer-a-friend bonus scheme
  • Long service and recognition awards
  • Clear opportunities for internal progression

Requirements

  • Qualified Social Worker with relevant Social Work qualification
  • Experience within fostering or children’s services preferred
  • Strong understanding of safeguarding and child-centred practice
  • Ability to build and maintain effective professional relationships
  • Good written and IT skills
  • Full UK driving licence
  • Right to work in the UK

Interested?

If you’re looking to join a therapeutic, values-led fostering agency where you can genuinely make a difference and develop your career, this is a great opportunity to consider.

For more information or to apply, please contact:

Emily Cooper - 07745200325 | ecooper@sheldon-phillips.com