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Supervising Social Worker

United Kingdom, Gloucestershire 39152.00 - 47181.00 GBP / Year · Job Posted June 28, 2026
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Job Description

We are looking for an experienced Supervising Social Worker to join our friendly and supportive Kinship Support Team.

Job Responsibility

  • Provide supervision, guidance, and practical support to kinship foster carers
  • Ensure children grow up in safe, stable, and nurturing homes
  • Oversee all private fostering arrangements within the county
  • Conduct regular visits to children and young people to ensure their wellbeing and that placements meet statutory requirements

Requirements

  • A full driving licence and willingness to drive
  • DBS clearance (Enhanced Adults and Children’s)
  • To have completed your ASYE year (if you qualified after 2012)

What we offer

  • Between £39,152 - £47,181 per annum subject to experience
  • £2,000 retention payment
  • £4,000 welcome payment
  • Up to £8,000 relocation policy
  • Flexible and agile working opportunities
  • 25.5 days annual leave rising to 30.5 days after 5 years continuous service (pro rata for part-time staff)
  • Option to purchase 10 days of additional leave per year (pro rata for part-time staff)
  • Family friendly policies and benefits
  • Supportive and positive working environment with regular, robust supervision
  • Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
  • Access to Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
  • In-house Occupational Health service
  • Employee discount scheme
  • Links to employee networks
  • Career development and qualification opportunities
  • Access to Social Work Academy
  • Cycle to Work scheme
  • Green Car Salary Sacrifice Scheme
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