Job Description:

About the Role

Northampton Children's Trust is seeking an experienced, passionate, and motivated Supervising Social Worker to join our dedicated Post Approval Team. This is a rewarding opportunity to play a key role in supporting our foster carers and ensuring that children and young people receive high-quality, safe, and stable care placements where they can thrive.

Key Responsibilities

• Hold a caseload of approved foster carers, providing regular supervision, guidance, and support
• Contribute to the duty system and work collaboratively with the Placements Team to identify suitable placements
• Undertake assessments to understand the needs of children, young people, and families
• Regularly visit foster carers, children, and families to provide advice, support, and interventions
• Carry out direct work with children and families to build positive, trusting relationships
• Monitor and review placements, evaluating the effectiveness of interventions
• Ensure safeguarding and promote the welfare and well-being of children and young people at all times
• Complete reports, maintain accurate records, and contribute to reviews and meetings
• Undertake any additional duties required to support the service

Skills/Experience

• Minimum 3 years post-qualifying experience within an English Local Authority (essential)
• Recognised Social Work qualification
• Social Work England registration (must be current)
• Strong knowledge of fostering regulations and safeguarding procedures
• Excellent communication, assessment, and organisational skills

If you are a dedicated and passionate Social Worker, we would love to hear from you. Join Northampton Children's Trust and be part of a team that is committed to making a real and lasting difference.