Supervising​/Assessing Social Worker

Nottinghamshire County Council's Countywide Fostering Service needs a supervising social worker on a 12-month fixed-term contract to support kinship carers. The post centres on monthly supervision of carers who look after children in long-term arrangements, checking that training is completed and keeping the records. Some Form K kinship assessments may also be needed. The role is hybrid, 37 hours a week, and involves travel across the county and sometimes beyond it, with Social Work England registration required.

• Deliver supervision and support to kinship carers to maintain high-quality care
• Hold monthly supervision sessions with reflective discussion, focused on therapeutic parenting
• Ensure carers meet training requirements and fostering standards
• Collaborate with professionals to meet the needs of children in care
• Keep accurate records of supervision and assessments
• Possibly complete Form K kinship assessments when required

• Professional social work qualification

• Social Work England registration

• Minimum two years working with children, young people and families

• Understanding of child development, effective parenting and attachment theory
• Strong interpersonal skills to build relationships with carers, children and professionals
• Strengths-based practice and the ability to give guidance
• Problem-solving to make informed decisions and meet operational targets
• Commitment to continuing professional development and reflective practice

• Full driving licence
• Ability to travel across Nottinghamshire

• Regular supervision and opportunities for professional growth
• Supportive, collaborative team environment that encourages innovation
• Flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance
• Friendly, inclusive workplace