Supervising Social Worker - Fostering - Southend - Drive

Reference: GB241025H_1761335127

Supervising Social Worker - Fostering - Southend - Drive


Job Advert:

Southend-on-Sea City Council is seeking a Supervising Social Worker to join its Fostering Support Team on a permanent, full-time basis. This is an exciting opportunity for qualified professionals with at least 2 years of current fostering experience who are passionate about supporting foster carers and improving outcomes for children.

In this role, you will:

  • Provide high-quality support and supervision to foster carers
  • Ensure compliance with fostering regulations and statutory requirements
  • Conduct assessments, reviews, and contribute to care planning
  • Collaborate with multi-agency teams to safeguard children
  • Maintain accurate records and contribute to performance reporting

Key Details:

  • Salary: £39,152-£45,091 (no movement - please inform candidates before submission)
  • Location: Southend-on-Sea
  • Contract: Permanent, full-time
  • Requirements: Must have 2+ years fostering experience, a valid UK driving licence, and access to a car

This role offers the chance to work in a supportive and forward-thinking team dedicated to fostering excellence.

For more information on this role or for a discussion about Social Work opportunities across England and Wales please contact Gemma at Caritas Recruitment - [email protected] / 0 7 3 8 4 5 2 5 2 8 7

Caritas Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

£39,152.00 - £45,091.00
Per annum
GBP39152 - GBP45091 per annum + benefits

Southend-on-Sea

Permanent

Added 24/10/2025
Reference: GB241025H_1761335127

Supervising Social Worker - Fostering - Southend - Drive

Southend-on-Sea
Permanent

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