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FOSTER CARE ASSOCIATES (THE FCA) Role: ASYE/Supervising Social Worker - 12 Months Fixed Term Contract Salary: Up to £31,588 per annum - Dependent upon experience Benefits: £2,000 Car Allowance, 30 days' Annual Leave + Bank Holidays, Life Assurance, Company Pension, On-site Free Parking and Employee Discount Scheme. Location: Hybrid - Covering Durham ABOUT US Set up by a former foster parent and former social worker in 1994, Foster Care Associates (FCA) is an established fostering agency which forms part of the Polaris Community - one of the UK's largest leading communities of children's service providers. The business was born out of an enthusiasm for delivering fostering services to make a positive difference to the lives of looked after children. Our first office was in the Worcestershire countryside, and that's still where our Head Office is today. We've come a long way since those early days and, over the years, FCA has built a strong reputation for excellence, and now offers a wide range of services to children and families. But our purpose remains the same; 'to make a positive and lasting difference for children, families and communities', and it's underpinned by a series of values designed to help us assist children and young people to reach their full potential. Today, we're one of the country's largest and most experienced independent fostering agencies. But just because we're large doesn't mean we're impersonal. At FCA we're one big family, and we're committed to supporting every single child and foster parent, every single minute of the day. DUTIES WILL INCLUDE: Support foster parents and their families to achieve outstanding outcomes for all children and young people in foster care. Support and monitor the continued suitability and competence of Foster parents ensuring they provide a safe, healthy, nurturing and learning environment for children/young people. Ensure that carers fully understand the fostering task, competencies to be achieved and the standards expected, including complaints and representation procedures as detailed in the FCA policies and procedures. Provide and record regular supervision to allocated foster parents in line with FCA's Operational Standards. Work in partnership in a team parenting approach to help identify any needs within the foster family e.g. respite, activities, therapy, holidays, with all members of the child's network, including contributing to all relevant meetings and any other tasks defined. Ensure each child and foster parent are fully compliant in respect of all key documentation. Attend meetings and/or provide reports for Commissioning Teams to address individual packages of care. Promote participation of children/young people in the development of the agency and in accessing resources and opportunities in their local community. Participate in an 'out of hours' support service on a rota basis Undertake occasional initial home visits and Form F Assessments. YOU MUST HAVE: A Social Work qualification Professional registration with Social Work England or equivalent Proven ability to produce a high standard of report writing A comprehensive working knowledge of relevant legislation and child safeguarding procedures The willingness and ability to travel extensively (including occasional nights away) Confidence with transporting children and young people in sometimes stressful/difficult situations Full driving licence For an informal discussion about this exciting opportunity, please contact Catherine Todd - Registered Manager on . To be considered, please apply and we will be in touch. No agencies please. Foster Care Associates is an equal opportunities employer and has been awarded the disability confident employer by the jobcentre plus. The successful applicant will be subject to a DBS check at enhanced level if successful for the position.

Head Teacher - Tamworth School Location: Tamworth, Staff Salary: £50,000 - £60,000 dependent on experience Contract: Full Time (Term Time Only) Permanent Additional Benefits: Professional Development opportunities, Enhanced pension scheme, Free on-site parking, CPD through internal and external providers, Salary sacrifice schemes such as Cycle to Work, Life Insurance x 2, Employee Discount Scheme & M click apply for full job details

Independent adoption social workers needed in West Yorkshire, South Yorkshire, Merseyside and Cheshire Are you a qualified social worker with adoption assessment and support experience? Adopters for Adoption is a national adoption agency and we're looking for self-employed social workers to assess and prepare prospective adopters and to offer ongoing support to approved adopters, through to the adoption order. We would particularly like to hear from you if you have experience of writing robust assessment reports and a good understanding of therapeutic parenting approaches. We offer regular consultation and support to our independent social workers, and opportunities for practice development. If you feel that you have the appropriate social work skills and experience and wish to find out more about applying to work with Adopters for Adoption, please email Please feel welcome to give us a call on to find out more about the role.

Head Teacher - Morley School Location: Maidenhead Salary: £50,000 - £60,000 dependent on experience Contract: Full Time (Term Time Only) Permanent Additional Benefits: Professional Development opportunities , Auto-enrolment into an Enhanced contributory pension scheme, Free on-site parking, CPD through internal and external providers, Salary sacrifice schemes such as Cycle to Work, Life Insurance x 2 click apply for full job details

SEO Manager London The Agency Polaris is a leading SEO agency providing campaigns for clients globally. Working with both ecommerce and B2B clients, our partners include Sodexo, Thomson Reuters, and Mars. We are a close-knit team that identifies and drives traffic through SEO campaigns that convert. Due to growth in the business we are looking for an experienced SEO Manager that understands the nuances of SEO and how to organise and target customer intent through search. You ll have experience in an agency environment, putting together strategies for B2B and Retail clients that drive a clear increase in rankings, traffic, and conversions. The Role The SEO Manager is responsible for leading a delivery team and over seeing and guiding the SEO strategy and direction for a range of B2B and B2C accounts that are delivered on by executives within the team. You will create SEO roadmaps, manage executives to deliver on tasks, and monitor activity and performance to ensure accounts within your team are all on track to perform. You will be responsible for nurturing and training junior team members so that they can grow, as you do in the business. You will be an expert in on page, tech, and offsite SEO. You will be process oriented, able to use systems and processes to ensure SEO deliverables are of the highest quality. SEO Manager - Key skills Must have a minimum of 3 years experience in a Senior SEO role from an agency. Excellent understanding of customer intent analysis and customer journeys for retail and B2B Experience of creating SEO roadmaps, with Scope of Works for delivery Advanced user of screaming frog, semrush, excel, GSC, GA4, moz, and other SEO tools and software Experience of managing, training, and nurturing executives to deliver scope and grow their capability Excellent technical SEO understanding, with deep technical capability including site migrations Highly process oriented, with a keen appreciation for following systems and processes methodically for organization and quality output Strong presentation skills, with excellent use of PowerPoint. Strong user of CRM and Project management tools. Excellent English writing and speaking skills, particularly when it comes to writing. Excellent strategist, able to mine and present opportunities to clients and peers alike. Strong number skills, and ability to calculate projections using excel. Excellent time/task/people management skills. Qualified, Advanced user of Google Analytics. Experience of using Google Data Studio. Clear desire to progress and build a career within a growing agency. SEO Manager - Responsibilities Account manage 3 - 4 clients at mid level, and oversee a roster of smaller accounts managed by executives. Strategy planning across accounts in collaboration with the Directors and team members to deliver 90-day sprint plans every quarter, with KPI targets identified. Using our project CRM to monitor progress of task delivery, and reviewing work conducted so that it can be approved and released to client for integration Work with the team to schedule and deliver against monthly Scope of Works on accounts, ensuring all works planned are completed and have a direct impact on performance. Utilizing a template and process library for the execution of deliverables from a team of executives Using industry leading tools to conduct SEO audits and gap analysis works to determine the best approach to a client s SEO goals. Attending and chairing on track meetings every week and month, ensuring team and project utilization is on track Putting together training plans for executives to develop their knowledge and skills in technical seo, content seo, on page seo etc Working to achieve Quarterly performance KPIs that are set on each account, to ensure we are driving performance for our clients. This is a hybrid role, working 3 days from our offices in London. Start date: ASAP Package and Benefits SEO Manager - Salary: £40,000 - £50,000 based on experience. 25 days holiday - with length of service increases Quarterly performance bonus Inclusion in annual profit share Birthday off Last Friday of the month early finish Hybrid working with team socials / collaboration days in London 2 x 30 minute me time breaks, you can take for a late start, extended lunch, or early finish each week with approval from line manager (for workouts, walks, or family lunches) Monthly wellness allowance Company pension Access to a life coach for mental well-being and happiness

Location : Carlisle Contract Type : Full-time, Permanent Salary : Entry level Salary: £27,583.92 with a potential to earn up to £30,841.20 in sleep in shifts. Experienced Salary: £28,129.92 with the potential to earn up to £31,387.20 in sleep in shifts Specific Hours : 42 hours per week- shift pattern on rotation We are currently seeking an experienced Residential Team Leader to join our services based in Carlisle. North Lakes Children's Services is a well-established local provider of therapeutic residential care and education for boys aged 6-18. We improve the resilience, self-esteem and abilities of all the young people we work with. The role of a Team Leader is to share in creating a purposeful, caring, therapeutic, learning environment for our young people, by the application of high professional standards of care and support for the young person's social, emotional and/or behavioural needs, and mental health and learning difficulties. Your Attributes: As a Therapeutic Residential Team Leader, your qualities of being decisive, highly attuned and consistent will positively benefit the vulnerable children we care for. We welcome applications from experienced individuals who seek to deepen their therapeutic care knowledge and help develop the practice of others in utilising the PACE model and Therapeutic Parenting approaches. Can you inspire your team? Will you use curiosity and empathy to help validate a child's life story? Have you an approachable leadership style? Your ability to make key therapeutic interventions throughout the day will guide your team in adopting best practice. Recognising trauma and how it can manifest within a child and using your knowledge of child development will help the recovery, progression and ability for a child to live a full life and gain an independent, healthy future. Are you Ready to supervise and support the continued professional development of a small team of staff? Willing and competent to lead a shift, making well-judged decisions in line with care plans? Knowledgeable in therapeutic interventions and an experienced key worker? Able to deputise for the Registered Manager in holiday periods? Main duties: To provide support/advice for staff as required and manage the daily running of the team. To support and deputise for deputy manager as and when required. To carry out supervisions of individuals and support for key workers. To manage monies for activities. To manage the daily needs of the children. To monitor and check staff they carry out their duties. To take part in rostered sleep-in duties, as required. To develop programmes that will improve children's progress and interaction. Click apply now to view the full list of duties on our careers portal All Applicants must have: Have an understanding of the issues that face young people in care Hold Residential Childcare/Families Practitioner Diploma/Children and Young People's Workforce/NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care or equivalent Excellent communication and listening skills Be willing to learn Be able to work well as part of a small team Be willing to undertake a DBS check at enhanced level if successful for the position. Your DBS check shall be paid for by ourselves Experience with Emotional Behavioural Disorder, Social/Residential Work or Youth Work would be advantageous. Have a full, clean UK driving licence and be able to cover at other Residential Homes as and when needed. Benefits: A sleep-in allowance of £62.64 per night- potential extra earning of up to £3257.28 Shift Rotation: 2 days on, 2 days off, with staggered start times ranging from 8am, 12noon or 2pm (i.e. 8am-10pm, 12pm-10pm or 2pm-10pm). 6 weeks annual leave entitlement. Company pension Progression in professional development opportunity, through an HABC level 5 diploma in leadership and management residential care. Access to our Employee Discount Scheme, including discounts at various well-known retail companies Access to wellbeing supports via our Employee Assistance Programme Monthly clinical and professional supervisions, access to therapeutic support Overtime and additional holiday pay at Christmas day and New Year's Day. Career progression opportunities Comprehensive annual training including: Child Development, Attachment Theory, PACE Model, Therapeutic Parenting, The Whole Brain Child Model. "Staff follow a research-based therapeutic approach to parenting. Staff use their sensitivity and empathy to successfully help children validate their feelings, feel accepted and well cared for." - Ofsted Outstanding 2018 North Lakes is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates. The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be subject to a DBS check at enhanced level if successful for the position. INDRESHP

Registered Manager Location: London Salary: Base salary £47,958.75 with the potential to earn up to £63,158.75 Area Camden are an Outstanding/ Good Ofsted provider across the group and we are now looking for an experienced, enthusiastic, dedicated, professional Registered Manager to join and run one of our 'Outstanding' 6 bed children's home in London. We are seeking someone with a minimum of 2-3 years' management experience and experience of working with children aged 11-17 who have emotional and behaviour difficulties. As a company we put our young people first and believe in providing a positive environment where they can grow to their full potential and so the right person would share our values and ethos. We work closely with other appropriate agencies and professionals and the quality and professionalism of our staff is therefore of paramount importance. Main Purpose of Role: Registered Managers are accountable for delivering high quality care to the children and young people resident within the home. This means that they are responsible for delivery of all care services, as well as the strategic planning for developments within the home, and all day to day management matters. They will demonstrate the ability to build on the principles and practice standards expected at Area Camden and proactively contribute to the continuous improvement of childcare standards at Area Camden. Registered Managers are responsible for delivering childcare that is focussed on obtaining the best outcomes for each child and young person within the home. Consequently, they are expected to demonstrate practical leadership in childcare, as well as organise and support staff to provide the best possible care for each young person. This involves being personally available, as well as the supervision and mentoring of staff, organisation of work patterns, and facilitation of care focussed training, and accessing of appropriate services to support the childcare practices within the home The ideal candidate would have an NVQ level 5 in Management and a minimum NVQ level 3 Caring for Children and Young People. Experience of managing staff, excellent written and verbal communication skills and leadership skills are essential qualities. Knowledge of the Children's Act 1989 and Care Standards Act 2000 relating to Children's Homes Regulations is required along with safeguarding procedures. While the home manager is employed for 40 per week, they are expected to arrange their own work rota which may involve evening, weekend and night shifts duties. The home manager is wholly responsible for ensuring an appropriate staff presence to meet the childcare needs of the children and young people in the home. The post is subject to a six month probationary period. Annual leave is 32 days per annum this includes Bank Holidays, in the first three years this will increase to an additional day for the first there years. The company has a government workplace pension scheme which can be joined following successful completion of probation period. A mobile phone is available. A lap top Ofsted Bonuses- £5000 for an outstanding report, £2500 for a good report Full Occupancy Bonus- £600 per month A company car or a travel Allowance of £3000 The post is subject to three months' notice on either side other than for disciplinary or malpractice issues. Local parking permit The successful candidate will need to be approved by the appropriate statutory body. Ofsted Person Specification - Registered Manager If you feel you have the level of desired commitment, passion, experience, qualifications and you can match all of the criteria for the post, please apply by submitting your CV and intent of interest to us. Area Camden is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates. The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be subject to a DBS check at enhanced level if successful for the position. INDRESHP

Registered Manager Headway Adolescent Resources were formed in 1999 and has established a good reputation in the residential adolescent childcare sector, and pride themselves in having the insight and ability to care for young people as individuals in a holistic manner, regardless of their background. NEW HOME OPENING Location: Badgworth, Axbridge Salary: £42,717.17 per year with the potential to earn up to £50,017.17 through bonuses Job Type: Full-time, Permanent Specific Hours : 40 hours per week We are currently seeking an experienced Registered Manager to join and lead our existing home in Badgworth, Axbridge. You must have a minimum of 2 years' previous experience within the last 5 years in a position relevant to the residential care of children and, for at least 1 year, requiring the supervision and management of staff working in a care role. Role details: You will manage a 3 bedded children's home in a rural area and manage a staff team of 6 to ensure a high quality of care is delivered to young people that provides a positive and enriching living experience that meets their needs and achieves the best possible outcomes for each of the young people. You will be accountable for the smooth and efficient management and administration of the home and to undertake wider operational tasks as and when required. Must be able to produce, update and monitor plans, reports etc. and deliver to deadlines and demonstrate an organised, efficient and flexible approach to their managerial duties. Must be able to lead, motivate, manage and develop all members of the staff team within an open and enthusiastic culture which includes the delivery of training. Must ensure that the Company is represented professionally to outside agencies and within the local community and contribute towards the development of the Company. About you: You must be committed to making a real difference to the lives of the young people in our care and to working to a high standard of professional practice with a non-judgmental and get up and go positive attitude taking into account the views of the young people's views, wishes and feelings. Be able to demonstrate a thorough knowledge of Children's Home legislation and inspection requirements for Ofsted and a thorough knowledge of child protection/safeguarding procedures and protocols. You must have a recognised social work qualification i.e. QCF Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management (Children and Young People) and QCF Level 3 Diploma in Children and Young People Workforce or equivalent. A minimum of 2 years' previous experience within the last 5 years in a position relevant to the residential care of children and, for at least 1 year, requiring the supervision and management of staff working in a care role. Must be licensed to drive a manual gear car and have use of own car with business insurance (proof will need to be supplied as part of onboarding) and be able to undertake on-call duties (on average 2 on call duties a month). Benefits: 22 days annual leave (plus bank holidays) Occupancy Bonus: £175 per child after the first child e.g. 4 bed home= 3 x £175 (£525 pcm) Ofsted Report Bonuses- £500 for a good report, £1000 for an outstanding report Non-contributory pension (9% Employer contribution) and company sick pay after 6 months probation On call payments- £10 per day Monday- Fridays and £50 for Saturday and Sunday Enhanced sick pay - 5 days full sick pay Headway Adolescent Children's Services is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. All candidates will be subject to thorough reference checks including an enhanced DBS as safeguarding young people is at the heart of everything we do. INDRESHP

Residential Children's Services Deputy Manager Location : Pontefract Contract Type : Full-time, permanent Salary: Up to £35,916.56 per annum (inclusive of sleep in shifts and on call payments) Specific Hours: 39 hours per week Accountable to: Accountable directly to the line manager: Registered Manager of home, and to the Responsible individuals and Operational Directors At Dove Adolescent Services we support young people within our care to develop emotional resilience to achieve their full potential in all areas of their lives. The underpinning ethos within our homes is of fostering appropriate relationships with young people and their significant others, to support them within their future transitions into adulthood. We are currently seeking a Deputy Manager to join our services in Pontefract. Main Purpose of Job The Deputy Manager needs to support the Registered Manager of the home with the delivery of the day to day management of the home, thus ensuring we deliver a high quality level of care. This ensures the home actively promotes the rights of young people as individuals and provides them with quality care in accordance with the policies and procedures of the organisation. To support with the leadership of a team of care workers, in conjunction with relevant legislation and guidance to ensure that good outcomes are achieved for young people within the home to meet their physical, psychological, emotional & social development. To contribute to the overall ethos, values and aims of organisation. Main Duties and Responsibilities Responsible for Service and Practice The development and delivery of high quality care in accordance with relevant Legislation, Regulations, including Ofsted SCCIF and The Organisations Policy and Procedures guidelines, showing an awareness to integrate an equal opportunities approach and working in an anti-discriminatory way and incorporate safeguarding responsibilities. Adherence to all legislative guidelines in respect of Health & Safety and ensure that all staff have adequate working knowledge and training To support the manager in the keeping of appropriate records relating to both young people and employees and the implementation of monitoring and evaluation systems within the organisation. To develop and promote new techniques and approaches to child care provision based in the home and be part of the senior team of the organisation, positively promoting it's well-being. To attend, prepare for and chair various meetings both internally and externally both alongside the registered manager and in their absence. On a rota basis to take on-call responsibilities - if required to undertake sleep in shift to cover shortfalls. The ability to write concise and evaluative reports and contribute to overseeing all written communication to enable us to sustain the required standards. To be responsible for decision making in the absence of the registered manager Required Attributes Enthusiasm in providing the highest quality care and education Experience of managing a team Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of child protection and safeguarding procedures Level 3 qualification in Children's and Young people's Workforce or equivalent as a minimum Level 5 qualification in Leadership and Management or willingness to complete the qualification Familiarity with the needs of vulnerable individuals Demonstrate high standards of safe working practice Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, young people and outside agencies Ability to maintain emotional resilience in working with challenging behaviour Demonstrate respect for appropriate boundaries and authority Ability to maintain confidentiality at all times Demonstrate an understanding and commitment to equal opportunities Holds a current UK driving licence / has the use of appropriate transport Flexible and reliable Participate in management forum and contribute to development of work practice, policies and procedures etc. Benefits 25 days per annum plus Bank Holidays Up to £25 on-call payments 39 hours full time, sleep in duties required as set out per Rota of home. Some office days will be required to assist in administrative duties Petrol Allowance - Paid when using own car - proof of business insurance must be provided Pension - In line with the organisational Pension Scheme and government guidance Dove Adolescent Services Ltd established 1993 provides residential care for young people. The successful applicant will be subject to a DBS check at enhanced level if successful for the position. We reserve the right to withdraw this advert without notification.

FOSTER CARE ASSOCIATES (THE FCA) Role: Senior/Supervising Social Worker - 12 Months Fixed Term Salary: Up to £38,215 per annum dependent upon experience and length of service Benefits: £2,000 Car Allowance, 30 days' Annual Leave + Bank Holidays, Company Pension Scheme, Free On-site Parking, Life Assurance, Employee Discount Scheme & Medical Cash Plan. Location: Recruiting social workers across South Wales - Cardiff, Pembrokeshire, Carmarthenshire, Monmouthshire, Swansea, RCT, Vale of Glamorgan, Bridgend, Caerphilly and Newport Covering Area: Cymru South This is an amazing opportunity to join Foster Care Associates. We are seeking a highly motivated and enthusiastic Full Time Senior Supervising Social Worker to join our inspirational and friendly team to develop and promote the fostering services in Cymru South . Our office is based in Bridgend and we support the hybrid model of working with lots of flexibility to work from home. Benefits of joining our Team: We are committed to the wellbeing of our staff. The aim of our Staff Wellbeing Strategy is to increase all our employees' well-being, self-esteem, and sense of belonging to a team and create new environments for them to spend productive time together. This includes, walk and talks at the beach or in parks, wellbeing hour, park runs, mindfulness sessions, sea dipping, yoga sessions, raft racing and charity events to name a few. Our office environment is friendly and inviting with Tea, coffee, breakfast and lunch items always available for our staff to contribute towards their wellbeing. Robust induction, supportive management team, monthly reflective supervision with Line Manager and regular learning and reflective opportunities with the Social Work team. Additional Benefits also include: Refer a friend scheme with a monetary incentive Opportunity to complete Form F's for an additional payment An exceptional platform available for online and face to training opportunities Opportunity to complete Practice Assessor Award OOH service (Additional payment to Social workers for undertaking evening and weekend OOH duty service) DUTIES WILL INCLUDE: Support foster parents and their families to achieve outstanding outcomes for all children and young people in foster care. Support and monitor the continued suitability and competence of Foster parents ensuring they provide a safe, healthy, nurturing and learning environment for children/young people. Ensure that carers fully understand the fostering task, competencies to be achieved and the standards expected, including complaints and representation procedures as detailed in the FCA policies and procedures. Provide and record regular supervision to allocated foster parents in line with FCA's Operational Standards. Work in partnership in a team parenting approach to help identify any needs within the foster family e.g. respite, activities, therapy, holidays, with all members of the child's network, including contributing to all relevant meetings and any other tasks defined. Ensure each child and foster parent are fully compliant in respect of all key documentation. Attend meetings and/or provide reports for Commissioning Teams to address individual packages of care. Promote participation of children/young people in the development of the agency and in accessing resources and opportunities in their local community. Participate in an 'out of hours' support service on a rota basis Participate in day 'duty system' on a rota basis supporting referrals team YOU MUST HAVE: A Social Work qualification Professional registration with Social Work Wales or equivalent Proven ability to produce a high standard of report writing A comprehensive working knowledge of relevant legislation and child safeguarding procedures The willingness and ability to travel Confidence with transporting children and young people in sometimes stressful/difficult situations Full driving licence For more information about this post please contact Kara Thomas - Fostering Service Manager on . We would love to hear from you to join our amazing friendly team, so to be considered, please apply and we will be in touch. No agencies please. Foster Care Associates is an equal opportunities employer and has been awarded the disability confident employer by the jobcentre plus. The successful applicant will be subject to a DBS check at enhanced level if successful for the position. INDCOMHP

FOSTER CARE ASSOCIATES (THE FCA) Role: Senior/Supervising Social Worker - ASYE applications are welcome Salary: Up to £36,420 per annum dependent upon experience and length of service Benefits: Company Car or £2,000 Car Allowance, 30 days' Annual Leave (Rising to 35 Days after length of service) + Bank Holidays, Company Pension Scheme, Free On-site Parking, Life Assurance, Employee Discount Scheme & Medical Cash Plan. Location: Recruiting social workers across South Wales - Cardiff, Pembrokeshire, Carmarthenshire, Monmouthshire, Swansea, RCT, Vale of Glamorgan, Bridgend, Caerphilly and Newport Covering Area: Cymru South This is an amazing opportunity to join Foster Care Associates. We are seeking a highly motivated and enthusiastic Full Time Supervising Social Worker to join our inspirational and friendly team to develop and promote the fostering services in Cymru South . Our office is based in Bridgend and we support the hybrid model of working with lots of flexibility to work from home. ABOUT US Set up by a former foster parent and former social worker in 1994, Foster Care Associates (FCA) is an established fostering agency which forms part of the Polaris Community - one of the UK's largest leading communities of children's service providers. The business was born out of an enthusiasm for delivering fostering services to make a positive difference to the lives of looked after children. Our first office was in the Worcestershire countryside, and that is still where our Head Office is today. We have come a long way since those early days. Over the years, FCA has built a strong reputation for excellence, and now offers a wide range of services to children and families. But our purpose remains the same; 'to make a positive and lasting difference for children, families and communities', and it is underpinned by a series of values designed to help us assist children and young people to reach their full potential. Today, we are one of the country's largest and most experienced independent fostering agencies. Just because we are large, does not mean we are impersonal. At FCA we are one big family, and we are committed to supporting every single child and foster parent, every single minute of the day. DUTIES WILL INCLUDE: Support foster parents and their families to achieve outstanding outcomes for all children and young people in foster care. Support and monitor the continued suitability and competence of Foster parents ensuring they provide a safe, healthy, nurturing and learning environment for children/young people. Ensure that carers fully understand the fostering task, competencies to be achieved and the standards expected, including complaints and representation procedures as detailed in the FCA policies and procedures. Provide and record regular supervision to allocated foster parents in line with FCA's Operational Standards. Work in partnership in a team parenting approach to help identify any needs within the foster family e.g. respite, activities, therapy, holidays, with all members of the child's network, including contributing to all relevant meetings and any other tasks defined. Ensure each child and foster parent are fully compliant in respect of all key documentation. Attend meetings and/or provide reports for Commissioning Teams to address individual packages of care. Promote participation of children/young people in the development of the agency and in accessing resources and opportunities in their local community. Participate in an 'out of hours' support service on a rota basis Participate in day 'duty system' on a rota basis supporting referrals team Undertake occasional initial home visits and Form F Assessments. YOU MUST HAVE: A Social Work qualification Professional registration with Social Work Wales or equivalent Proven ability to produce a high standard of report writing A comprehensive working knowledge of relevant legislation and child safeguarding procedures The willingness and ability to travel extensively (including occasional nights away) Confidence with transporting children and young people in sometimes stressful/difficult situations Full driving licence For more information about this post please contact Kara Thomas - Fostering Service Manager on . We would love to hear from you to join our amazing friendly team, so to be considered, please apply and we will be in touch. No agencies please. Foster Care Associates is an equal opportunities employer and has been awarded the disability confident employer by the jobcentre plus. The successful applicant will be subject to a DBS check at enhanced level if successful for the position. INDCOMHP

Qualified Social Worker- Children's Services Contract type: Full-time Salary: Up to £30,450 per annum Contract term: Full time, 12 month Fixed Term Contract (Maternity Cover) Hours: 37.5 hours per week Location: Mansfield working a hybrid model of 2 days per week in the office (Please note this is a community so although the office is based in Mansfield you need to be able to travel to the below locations. Covering Locations: Nottingham, Nottinghamshire & Derby Benefits: 30 days Annual Leave (rising to 35 days' with length of service) + Bank Holidays, Enhanced Mileage, Company Pension, Life Assurance, Employee Discount Scheme About Us Polaris Children's Services are an established children's services provider that delivers innovative and outcomes-based services, offering real value and building brighter futures for as many children, young people and families as possible. Working across Nottingham, Nottinghamshire and Derby, we provide a family preservation service, aiming to reunify and divert children and young people from the edge of care. Requirements Please note this a community role and you will need to be able to travel to Nottingham, Nottinghamshire and Derby. The office base is in Mansfield and there will be an expectation of hybrid working (a combination of working in the office, community visits and homebased working). Holds a Social Work qualification recognised by Social Work England or equivalent body Proven experience of working with children, young people and their families (including foster parents) with complex and multiple needs, including child protection issues A comprehensive working knowledge of all relevant legislation pertaining to children's services and fostering as well as publications which inform current thinking regarding good practice and the safeguarding of children and young people Ability to work effectively in partnership with Local Authorities and partner agencies Responsibilities Hold case responsibility, oversee and support the delivery of intervention services to children, young people and families programme working in a way which promotes equality, diversity and rights for all individual associated with the service Respond to referrals or service requests from Local Authority partners Implement, monitor and review service plans relating to the assessed needs of children, young people and their families, in partnership with other agencies Refer children, young people and their families to appropriate specialist or universal services in order that their needs are met Contribution to provision of regular returns/contract monitoring reports to the customer Support the Service Manager in the delivery of the Key Performance Indicators for the service Polaris Children's Services is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to complete an enhanced DBS Check, cost of which will be met by Polaris Children's Services. Polaris Children's Services is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates. INDCOMHP

Children's Services Team Leader Location: Hertfordshire Home/onsite (you will be expected to be in our services in the Hertfordshire area) Contract: Full time, Permanent Specific Hours: 35 hours per week Salary: £28,350 per annum. Additional overtime is regularly available About us: LCS are a leading provider of semi-independent accommodation and support for young people leaving care. Our aim is to support young people towards living independently and to achieve their dreams and aspirations. We provide young people with high quality accommodation and support them to live safely. We support young people aged 16 and over, a number of whom have complex needs including dealing with experiences of trauma and/or loss. About you: You will join our management team responsible for the day-to-day running of the service. The primary tasks will include supervising a team of support workers as well as undertake some direct support work yourself. You will be given excellent support and coaching from one our experienced Operations Managers, including regular supervision and formal training opportunities. You will hold Residential Childcare/Families Practitioner Diploma/Children and Young People's Workforce/NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care or equivalent Have experience of working with young people affected by experiences of trauma and loss Have experience of working with challenging behaviour and or mental health issues Knowledge and experience in staff management Must be able to work well under pressure and to time limited deadlines Have good skills in building relationships and keeping young people at the centre of service thinking and planning Must have excellent leadership skills Hold a full driving licence and have access to a vehicle Main responsibilities: To provide keywork to a number of young people, so that they achieve their aspirations and are supported to become independent To provide management including regular individual and group supervisions to the support work team To represent the service positively to a variety of young people, their families and partner agencies To contribute to our Out of Hours Duty Rota To ensure staffing rotas are prepared well in advance and to ensure cover in the event of staff absence/sickness To contribute to leading the team in delivering a safe and high quality service, including chairing regular team meetings and modelling a positive and child-centred culture To write, assess and review the quality of Initial Needs and Support Plans, Risk Assessments and Critical Incident Reports To deputise for the Operations Manager as required To communicate with young people and their parents/carers, to empower them to make informed decisions and to advocate on their behalf when appropriate To maintain contact with the young person's parents/carers where appropriate and in consultation with the responsible local authority To maintain appropriate links with the community in which the young person is placed To support young people to access education, employment and volunteering opportunities Benefits: 28 Days Annual Leave (inclusive of Bank Holidays) Accredited Training Employee Discount Scheme Pension Scheme LCS is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates. The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be subject to a DBS check at enhanced level if successful for the position. INDCOMMP

ASYE/Supervising Social Worker - Fostering Base Location: Enfield Salary: £30,000 - £35,000 Benefits: £3,000 Car Allowance, 30 days' Annual Leave (increasing to 35 days with length of service) + Bank Holidays, Company Pension, Life Assurance x2, Employee Discount Scheme & Medical Cash Plan About Us Set up in 1987 by a small but passionate group of foster parents, we became the UK's first independent foster care agency. That gives us the benefit of over 30 years' of fostering experience and we're still going strong! The founder members recognised that looked after children - especially those who'd had very difficult starts in life - needed specialist support. So right from the beginning they put the child at the centre of their thinking and surrounded them with an integrated range of support services. In fact, that's what ISP means: Integrated Service Programme. Over time, this circle of support has increased to include a whole range of professionals that children and foster parents can tap into, whenever they need to. This includes social workers, fostering advisors, teachers and therapists, who all work with our foster parents and the children they look after, helping them understand and manage even the most challenging situations. This is what's known as a 'therapeutic approach' to fostering and it's something that we pioneered. Requirements ISP Enfield is currently seeking a qualified and Social Worker who is enthusiastic, committed and has an appreciation of the role of the foster parent and their skills. We ask our Social Workers to take a collaborative approach with foster parents in order to promote meaningful and relevant supervision of placements. Experience of working with foster parents as professional colleagues and working within a multi-discipline arena is essential, as is holding a full driving licence and having unrestricted access to your own car. This is a demanding position which includes both a quality assurance role to maintain high standards and a training role to prospective and current foster parents. You will be an excellent report writer and able to work to strict deadlines. Hold a Social Care England recognised qualification in Social Work or equivalent Previous experience of children and families social work A comprehensive working knowledge of all relevant legislation pertaining to children's services as well as publications Full driving licence with unrestricted access to your own car Responsibilities Direct support of foster parents within a realistic caseload which enables a high level of supervision Provide regular supervision to allocated foster parents, enabling and monitoring their practice and ensuring their compliance with regulatory standards To work in partnership with children, young people and foster parents and other professionals, local authorities and stakeholders, enabling full participation in assessment, planning, review and decision making relating to safeguarding and child protection For an informal discussion please contact Annaya Constantin on The successful candidate will be required to complete an enhanced DBS Check, cost of which will be met by ISP. ISP is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates. ISP is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. INDCOMHP

Social Worker, British Forces Social Work Service, (BFSWS) Location: Aldershot Base Location : Montgomery House Contract: Full time, 12-month FTC Salary : £34,000- £40,000 per annum depending on experience Specific Hours : 37.5 hours per week Reporting to: BFSWS Safeguarding Manager, British Forces Social Work Service Benefits: 30 Days Annual Leave plus Bank Holidays as normally observed in UK, Life Insurance x 2, Employee Discount Scheme About Us: Polaris Children's Services is part of the Polaris Community of companies and delivers statutory and non-statutory social care services in the UK and to military communities overseas. Since 2014, Polaris Children's Services, through the British Forces Social Work Service, (BFSWS) have extensive experience of delivering statutory and non-statutory social work services for military communities across the world and are signatories of the Armed Forces Covenant. We are proud to serve and support military communities worldwide, with an overarching vision that children, families, individuals, and adults at risk will receive the best and most effective evidence-based help and support at the earliest possible opportunity. British Forces Social Work Service (BFSWS) have a new exciting opportunity for 2 social workers to join a brand-new initiative based within the MOD Op Lazurite Team. The MOD initiative focusses on the provision of support to eligible Afghans, who worked alongside the UK Armed Forces in Afghanistan. Part of the role will be to ensure the safety and wellbeing of Afghan families, and individuals from the beginning to end of their journeys over from Afghanistan and into the UK, following all Military legislation and agreements, UK Home Office, Local Authority, and Immigration policies and procedures. Click Apply for a full list of tasks and responsibilities for this role. Outcomes: Enhanced safeguarding/protection of adults at risk, children and young people e.g. preventing exploitation, trafficking and abuse by identifying and addressing risks early. Ensure safeguarding under legal frameworks Strengthening of safeguarding process e.g. for identifying and reporting abuse, neglect or exploitation within the community Compliance with legal and ethical standards e.g. meets UN Refugee convention and local child protection and safeguarding policies Improved Mental and physical wellbeing of the community through provision of direct support Community trust building e.g. Refugees feel safer knowing safeguarding mechanisms are in place, fostering trust in authorities and integration Multi-agency working leading to better outcomes for the community, including those overseeing the project Secure sufficient funding and resources Improve efficiency by implementing case management software Partnership working with involved agencies Regularly update/inform stakeholders on progress and challenges Highlight progress/success stories to build public support Set clear and measurable outcomes, conduct regular audits and adapt the op based on feedback Requirements Essential A Professional Social Work qualification (BA (Hons), DIP SW, CQSW, CSS)/ equivalent and must be registered with Social Work England or equivalent. Successful completion of a Post Qualifying Award in Social Work 3 years post qualification experience working as a qualified and registered Social Worker within a child and family's team. Experience in a broad range of social work roles as well as complex children and family assessment / case management Experience of report writing and a good command of the English language A comprehensive working knowledge of relevant legislation and child /adult safeguarding procedures The willingness and ability to work flexibly, work will include overnight stays within the UK for site visits. This may include some weekend and evening working. Full driving licence for manual cars. Use of vehicle for site visits on booking system. Participate in the on call out of hours service Desirable Military knowledge / experience desirable Computer literacy skills This is a new initiative; therefore, requirements are subject to change as the contract develops. Polaris Children's Services is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk. We expect all staff to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to complete an enhanced DBS Check, and local Police check if recruited from outside of the UK, the cost of which will be met by Polaris Children's Services. Polaris Children's Services is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates. INDCOMHP

Children's Home Registered Manager Location : Barnsley Contract Type : Full-time, permanent Full Time: 39 hours per week Salary: £41,540.76 per annum with a potential to earn up to £44,740.76 through Ofsted and Occupancy bonuses. At Dove Adolescent Services we support young people within our care to develop emotional resilience to achieve their full potential in all areas of their lives. The underpinning ethos within our homes is of fostering appropriate relationships with young people and their significant others, to support them within their future transitions into adulthood. We are currently seeking a Children's Home Registered Manager to join our services in Barnsley looking after a 2 bed home. Main Purpose of Job The Registered Manager needs to hold accountability and overall responsibility for the day to day management of the home to ensure we deliver a high quality level of care, ensuring the home actively promotes the rights of young people as individuals and provides them with quality care in accordance with the policies and procedures of the organisation. To lead a team of care workers, in conjunction with relevant legislation and guidance to ensure that good outcomes are achieved for young people within the home to meet their physical, psychological, emotional & social development. To contribute to the overall ethos, values and aims of organisation. Accountable to Accountable to the Responsible individuals and Operational Directors Main Duties and Responsibilities Responsible for Service and Practice The development and delivery of high-quality care in accordance with relevant Legislation, Regulations, including Ofsted SCIFF and The Organisations Policy and Procedures guidelines, showing an awareness to integrate an equal opportunities approach, and working in an anti-discriminatory way and incorporate safeguarding responsibilities. Adherence to all legislative guidelines in respect of Health & Safety and ensure that all staff have adequate working knowledge and training. The keeping of appropriate records relating to both young people and employees and the implementation of monitoring and evaluation systems within the organisation. The provision of management information including the collection and return of statistical information as required. To develop and promote new techniques and approaches to childcare provision based in the home and be part of the senior team of the organisation, positively promoting its well-being. To attend, prepare for and chair various meetings both internally and externally. On a rota basis to take on-call responsibilities - if required to undertake sleep in shift to cover shortfalls. The ability to write concise and evaluative reports and oversee all written communication to enable us to sustain the required standards. To be responsible for decision making when appropriate. Oversight of all admissions and discharges to the home. An ability to innovate change and effectively lead a vision in line with the organisational ethos. All Managers will be expected to have a relevant Diploma level 5 or equivalent or be prepared to work towards this. Click Apply for a full list of tasks and responsibilities for this role. Required Attributes Enthusiasm in providing the highest quality care and education Experience of managing a team Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of child protection and safeguarding procedures Familiarity with the needs of vulnerable individuals Demonstrate high standards of safe working practice Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, young people and outside agencies Ability to maintain emotional resilience in working with challenging behaviour Demonstrate respect for appropriate boundaries and authority Ability to maintain confidentiality at all times Demonstrate an understanding and commitment to equal opportunities Holds a current UK driving licence / has the use of appropriate transport Flexible and reliable Participate in management forum and contribute to development of work practice, policies and procedures etc. Benefits 25 days per annum plus 8 statutory holidays £2000 Bonus- Outstanding Ofsted Report Full Occupancy Bonus- £100 a month On Call payments- £25 weekday, £35 weekends Normal working days are Mon-Fri 9am-5pm. However managers are expected to ensure all rota requirements are met for their homes, as such sleep in duties maybe required to support the function of the home where needed. Petrol Allowance - Paid when using own car - proof of business insurance must be provided Pension - In line with the organisational Pension Scheme and government guidance Dove Adolescent Services Ltd established 1993 provides residential care for young people. The successful applicant will be subject to a DBS check at enhanced level if successful for the position. We reserve the right to withdraw this advert without notification. INDRESHP

FOSTER CARE ASSOCIATES (THE FCA) Role: Senior/Supervising Social Worker - ASYE applications are welcome Salary: Up to £36,420 per annum dependent upon experience and length of service Benefits: Company Car or £2,000 Car Allowance, 30 days' Annual Leave (Rising to 35 Days after length of service) + Bank Holidays, Company Pension Scheme, Free On-site Parking, Life Assurance, Employee Discount Scheme & Medical Cash Plan. Location: Recruiting social workers across South Wales - Cardiff, Pembrokeshire, Carmarthenshire, Monmouthshire, Swansea, RCT, Vale of Glamorgan, Bridgend, Caerphilly and Newport Covering Area: Cymru South This is an amazing opportunity to join Foster Care Associates. We are seeking a highly motivated and enthusiastic Full Time Supervising Social Worker to join our inspirational and friendly team to develop and promote the fostering services in Cymru South . Our office is based in Bridgend and we support the hybrid model of working with lots of flexibility to work from home. ABOUT US Set up by a former foster parent and former social worker in 1994, Foster Care Associates (FCA) is an established fostering agency which forms part of the Polaris Community - one of the UK's largest leading communities of children's service providers. The business was born out of an enthusiasm for delivering fostering services to make a positive difference to the lives of looked after children. Our first office was in the Worcestershire countryside, and that is still where our Head Office is today. We have come a long way since those early days. Over the years, FCA has built a strong reputation for excellence, and now offers a wide range of services to children and families. But our purpose remains the same; 'to make a positive and lasting difference for children, families and communities', and it is underpinned by a series of values designed to help us assist children and young people to reach their full potential. Today, we are one of the country's largest and most experienced independent fostering agencies. Just because we are large, does not mean we are impersonal. At FCA we are one big family, and we are committed to supporting every single child and foster parent, every single minute of the day. DUTIES WILL INCLUDE: Support foster parents and their families to achieve outstanding outcomes for all children and young people in foster care. Support and monitor the continued suitability and competence of Foster parents ensuring they provide a safe, healthy, nurturing and learning environment for children/young people. Ensure that carers fully understand the fostering task, competencies to be achieved and the standards expected, including complaints and representation procedures as detailed in the FCA policies and procedures. Provide and record regular supervision to allocated foster parents in line with FCA's Operational Standards. Work in partnership in a team parenting approach to help identify any needs within the foster family e.g. respite, activities, therapy, holidays, with all members of the child's network, including contributing to all relevant meetings and any other tasks defined. Ensure each child and foster parent are fully compliant in respect of all key documentation. Attend meetings and/or provide reports for Commissioning Teams to address individual packages of care. Promote participation of children/young people in the development of the agency and in accessing resources and opportunities in their local community. Participate in an 'out of hours' support service on a rota basis Participate in day 'duty system' on a rota basis supporting referrals team Undertake occasional initial home visits and Form F Assessments. YOU MUST HAVE: A Social Work qualification Professional registration with Social Work Wales or equivalent Proven ability to produce a high standard of report writing A comprehensive working knowledge of relevant legislation and child safeguarding procedures The willingness and ability to travel extensively (including occasional nights away) Confidence with transporting children and young people in sometimes stressful/difficult situations Full driving licence For more information about this post please contact Kara Thomas - Fostering Service Manager on . We would love to hear from you to join our amazing friendly team, so to be considered, please apply and we will be in touch. No agencies please. Foster Care Associates is an equal opportunities employer and has been awarded the disability confident employer by the jobcentre plus. The successful applicant will be subject to a DBS check at enhanced level if successful for the position. INDCOMHP

Fostering Social Worker Contract type: Full Time Salary: Up to £38,000 depending on experience Location: Teynham, Kent Contract term: Permanent Hours: 35 hours per week 9am - 5pm Benefits: £3,000 Car Allowance , 30 days Annual Leave (rising to 35 days' with length of service) + Bank Holidays, Company Pension, Life Assurance, Employee Discount Scheme About Us Set up in 1987 by a small but passionate group of foster parents, we became the UK's first independent foster care agency. That gives us the benefit of over 30 years' of fostering experience and we're still going strong! The founder members recognised that looked after children - especially those who'd had very difficult starts in life - needed specialist support. So right from the beginning they put the child at the centre of their thinking and surrounded them with an integrated range of support services. In fact, that's what ISP means: Integrated Service Programme. Over time, this circle of support has increased to include a whole range of professionals that children and foster parents can tap into, whenever they need to. This includes social workers, fostering advisors, teachers and therapists, who all work with our foster parents and the children they look after, helping them understand and manage even the most challenging situations. This is what's known as a 'therapeutic approach' to fostering and it's something that we pioneered. Responsibilities ISP is currently seeking a qualified and experienced Social Worker to work within an integrated team, towards promoting the excellence of foster care practice throughout the organisation. To support the Recruitment and Panel process for Fostering Households Supervision of Independent Social Workers including Form F Assessors and Panel Members Overseeing the development of Form F Assessments Organising and conducting annual reviews Quality assurance Delivery of Skills to Foster training courses Managing safeguarding concerns and complaints Carer recruitment activities The role is very diverse and enables social workers to develop and build on their skill base in all arenas of fostering Requirements This is an exciting and varied Social Work role, responsibilities included are: Hold a Social Care England recognised qualification in Social Work or equivalent Previous experience with children and families social work Previous experience or a want to work in a therapeutic model of child care Previous experience in the recruitment of Fostering Households Previous experience in Fostering Panels A comprehensive working knowledge of all relevant legislation pertaining to children's services as well as publications Ability to provide a high standard of report writing Full driving licence with unrestricted access to your own car The successful candidate will be required to complete an enhanced DBS Check, cost of which will be met by ISP. ISP is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates. ISP is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment

Children's Home Registered Manager Location : Nottingham Contract Type : Full-time, permanent Specific Hours: 39 hours per week Salary: £44,041.10 per annum with a potential to earn up to £49,641.10 through Ofsted and Occupancy bonuses. Accountable to: Accountable to the Responsible individuals and Operational Directors At Dove Adolescent Services we support young people within our care to develop emotional resilience to achieve their full potential in all areas of their lives. The underpinning ethos within our homes is of fostering appropriate relationships with young people and their significant others, to support them within their future transitions into adulthood. We are currently seeking a Children's Home Registered Manager to join our services in Nottingham , looking after our brand new 4 bed home. Main Purpose of Job The Registered Manager needs to hold accountability and overall responsibility for the day to day management of the home to ensure we deliver a high quality level of care, ensuring the home actively promotes the rights of young people as individuals and provides them with quality care in accordance with the policies and procedures of the organisation. To lead a team of care workers, in conjunction with relevant legislation and guidance to ensure that good outcomes are achieved for young people within the home to meet their physical, psychological, emotional & social development. To contribute to the overall ethos, values and aims of organisation. Main Duties and Responsibilities Responsible for Service and Practice The development and delivery of high-quality care in accordance with relevant Legislation, Regulations, including Ofsted SCCIF and The Organisations Policy and Procedures guidelines, showing an awareness to integrate an equal opportunities approach, and working in an anti-discriminatory way and incorporate safeguarding responsibilities. Adherence to all legislative guidelines in respect of Health & Safety and ensure that all staff have adequate working knowledge and training. The keeping of appropriate records relating to both young people and employees and the implementation of monitoring and evaluation systems within the organisation. The provision of management information including the collection and return of statistical information as required. To develop and promote new techniques and approaches to childcare provision based in the home and be part of the senior team of the organisation, positively promoting its well-being. To attend, prepare for and chair various meetings both internally and externally. On a rota basis to take on-call responsibilities - if required to undertake sleep in shift to cover shortfalls. The ability to write concise and evaluative reports and oversee all written communication to enable us to sustain the required standards. To be responsible for decision making when appropriate. Oversight of all admissions and discharges to the home. An ability to innovate change and effectively lead a vision in line with the organisational ethos. All Managers will be expected to have a relevant Diploma level 5 or equivalent or be prepared to work towards this. Click Apply for a full list of tasks and responsibitilies for this role. Required Attributes Enthusiasm in providing the highest quality care and education Experience of managing a team Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of child protection and safeguarding procedures Familiarity with the needs of vulnerable individuals Demonstrate high standards of safe working practice Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, young people and outside agencies Ability to maintain emotional resilience in working with challenging behaviour Demonstrate respect for appropriate boundaries and authority Ability to maintain confidentiality at all times Demonstrate an understanding and commitment to equal opportunities Holds a current UK driving licence / has the use of appropriate transport Flexible and reliable Participate in management forum and contribute to development of work practice, policies and procedures etc. Benefits 25 days per annum plus 8 statutory holidays £2000 Bonus- Outstanding Ofsted Report Full Occupancy Bonus- £300 a month On Call payments- £25 weekday, £35 weekends 39 hours full time, sleep in duties required as set out per Rota of home. Some office days will be required to assist in administrative duties Petrol Allowance - Paid when using own car - proof of business insurance must be provided Pension - In line with the organisational Pension Scheme and government guidance Dove Adolescent Services Ltd established 1993 provides residential care for young people. The successful applicant will be subject to a DBS check at enhanced level if successful for the position. We reserve the right to withdraw this advert without notification. INDRESHP

ASYE/Supervising Social Worker - Fostering Base Location: Enfield Salary: £30,000 - £35,000 Benefits: £3,000 Car Allowance, 30 days' Annual Leave (increasing to 35 days with length of service) + Bank Holidays, Company Pension, Life Assurance x2, Employee Discount Scheme & Medical Cash Plan About Us Set up in 1987 by a small but passionate group of foster parents, we became the UK's first independent foster care agency. That gives us the benefit of over 30 years' of fostering experience and we're still going strong! The founder members recognised that looked after children - especially those who'd had very difficult starts in life - needed specialist support. So right from the beginning they put the child at the centre of their thinking and surrounded them with an integrated range of support services. In fact, that's what ISP means: Integrated Service Programme. Over time, this circle of support has increased to include a whole range of professionals that children and foster parents can tap into, whenever they need to. This includes social workers, fostering advisors, teachers and therapists, who all work with our foster parents and the children they look after, helping them understand and manage even the most challenging situations. This is what's known as a 'therapeutic approach' to fostering and it's something that we pioneered. Requirements ISP Enfield is currently seeking a qualified and Social Worker who is enthusiastic, committed and has an appreciation of the role of the foster parent and their skills. We ask our Social Workers to take a collaborative approach with foster parents in order to promote meaningful and relevant supervision of placements. Experience of working with foster parents as professional colleagues and working within a multi-discipline arena is essential, as is holding a full driving licence and having unrestricted access to your own car. This is a demanding position which includes both a quality assurance role to maintain high standards and a training role to prospective and current foster parents. You will be an excellent report writer and able to work to strict deadlines. Hold a Social Care England recognised qualification in Social Work or equivalent Previous experience of children and families social work A comprehensive working knowledge of all relevant legislation pertaining to children's services as well as publications Full driving licence with unrestricted access to your own car Responsibilities Direct support of foster parents within a realistic caseload which enables a high level of supervision Provide regular supervision to allocated foster parents, enabling and monitoring their practice and ensuring their compliance with regulatory standards To work in partnership with children, young people and foster parents and other professionals, local authorities and stakeholders, enabling full participation in assessment, planning, review and decision making relating to safeguarding and child protection For an informal discussion please contact Annaya Constantin on The successful candidate will be required to complete an enhanced DBS Check, cost of which will be met by ISP. ISP is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates. ISP is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. INDCOMHP