Social Worker (Fostering)

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Fostering Supervising Social Worker Derbyshire

Grades 9, 10 & 11

‘Social workers are very positive about working for Derbyshire. Senior leaders have established a positive organisational culture, evident across the whole workforce. Workers feel respected and valued by leaders.’ - OFSTED

We’re proud to say that our Children’s Services have received a ‘Good’ rating in our most recent OFSTED inspection and we’re on the lookout for passionate and driven qualified social workers to contribute to the well-being of children and families across Derbyshire.

More exciting news – we've revamped our payment packages to attract and retain top talent like you. Successful candidates will enjoy competitive salaries, ensuring that their hard work is both rewarding and fulfilling.

•            Grade 9 - £31,344 to £33,253

•            Grade 10 - £ £34,324 to £37,529

•            Grade 11 - £ 38,629 to £41,928

Derbyshire is a large authority divided into six localities: Amber Valley, Chesterfield, Erewash, High Peak (Buxton, Glossop, New Mills, and Matlock), Bolsover and North-East, and South Derbyshire.  Alongside our Locality teams we have a countywide Children with Disabilities Service.

Our Fostering Service operates across High Peak, South Derbyshire, North East Derbyshire & Chesterfield, plus four county-wide teams - Disability Fostering Team, Contract Care Fostering Team, Family and Friends Assessment Team and Mainstream Assessment Team.  This post is based in the Contract Care Team with the office base in Matlock and will involve travel across the county.

This Supervising Social Worker post will primarily support and supervise Derbyshire Fostering Families to provide the best care to children across the county including those living with Family and Friends.  The Contract Care fostering team works with foster carers who provide enhanced care and support to children and young people who may otherwise be living in Children’s Homes.  Our young people have complex needs, requiring a higher level of understanding, support and guidance.

There is currently a consultation taking place to reshape our Fostering Service and realign some existing posts, and therefore you may be required to undertake other aspects of the fostering social work role such as the completion of mainstream or family and friends fostering assessments, and the support/supervision of other types of Foster Carers.

About us:

Derbyshire County Council is ambitious and innovative, offering support to both newly qualified and experienced social workers. We provide a nurturing environment with excellent progression opportunities. Our vision is to inspire and empower children, young people, and their families to be the best they can be.

Join a workforce where 94% of staff in Children’s Social Work are proud to work for Derbyshire County Council, according to our Annual Employee Survey 2022.

What can you expect from us?

We value your hard work and commitment, offering a comprehensive package that includes:

•        Achievable case loads
•        Accelerated pay progression
•        Access to training and development opportunities worth over £5000
•        Systemic training equivalent to a Post Graduate Certificate
•        Excellent supervision and a supportive peer network
•        Effective leadership and management
•        Career progression and formal qualifications opportunities
•        Diverse range of cases for a rewarding career
•        Covered DBS fee and Social Work England registration fee reimbursement

What rewards and benefits do we offer you?

Enjoy being a part of our team with benefits such as:

•        Local Government Pension Scheme
•        Flexi time, allowing up to an additional 2 days of leave per month
•        Derbyshire Rewards - Discounts from high street retailers and more
•        Generous annual leave and flexi time scheme
•        Travel expenses
•        Discounts on leisure centre memberships
•        Free car parking at most sites
•        In-house counselling service
•        Occupational Health service
•        Access to sessions with a trained physiotherapist
•        Cycle to work scheme
•        Various Employee Networks championing inclusivity across the council

Make a real positive difference in the lives of children and families – join Derbyshire County Council today!

Provisional Interview Dates : 27^th and 29^th January 2025

Due to this post having access to children and/or vulnerable adults, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided. Click here to see our policy on criminal background checks.

Apply now and take the first step towards a fulfilling career with us! By joining Derbyshire County Council you will have access to a range of amazing rewards and employee benefits, including our generous annual leave scheme, excellent local government pension and fantastic employee discounts. To discover more detail about the rewards and benefits available to you, click here

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This role currently offers hybrid working options which will be to subject service needs, there'll be an opportunity to discuss working arrangements for this position at interview.