Supervising Social Worker (Fostering Recruitment – Assessing)

Closing on: Mar 5, 2026

🩺 We’re Hiring – Supervising Social Worker (Fostering Recruitment – Assessing)
📍 Location: 1 Angel Square, Angel Street, Northampton, NN1 1ED
🔖 Reference – SCS861
🕒 Job Type: Locum – Full Time (37 hours per week)
💼 Working Pattern: Hybrid – 2 days office-based / 3 days working from home (to be discussed and agreed)
💰 Rate/Salary: £35.00 per hour (Umbrella)

About the Role:
On behalf of Northamptonshire Children’s Trust, we are recruiting an experienced Supervising Social Worker to join the Fostering Recruitment (Assessing) Team. This is a key role focused on completing fostering assessments and supporting the recruitment of foster carers across Northamptonshire.

Key Responsibilities:
• Complete Form F fostering assessments using the new 2025 CoramBAAF assessment form
• Attend and actively contribute to team meetings
• Assist with Skills to Foster training
• Support fostering recruitment events as required
• Work flexibly between One Angel Square and home

Requirements:
• Minimum 3 years post-qualifying experience (PQE) – essential
• Proven experience in Assessing for Fostering – essential
• Qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team

Why Join Us?
• Opportunity to play a vital role in fostering recruitment
• Flexible hybrid working arrangement
• Competitive locum rate
• Supportive and experienced team environment

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📝 Apply Now
To apply, please email the following documents to esther@supplycaresolutions.co.uk:
• Up-to-date CV (no unexplained gaps, clear dates, roles marked as Permanent or Locum)
• Proof of eligibility to work in the UK (Passport, Visa, or Share Code)
• National Insurance Number
• Valid DBS Certificate
• Social Work England registration number

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Job Category: Social Care Supervising Social Worker (Fostering Recruitment – Assessing)
Contract Type: Full Time hybrid Locum
Job Location: Northampton
Is Featured: Featured

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