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Supervising Social Worker - Doncaster

Five Rivers Child Care

Doncaster, South YorkshireView on map(opens Google Maps in a new tab)

Salary

£33,755 to £38,772

Contract

Hours

Full time

Closing date

Not specified

In plain English

What this job actually involves

The role supports and guides social workers who work with children in foster families across Yorkshire and Lincolnshire. It suits a qualified social worker who enjoys mentoring staff and helping families. You will be based in Doncaster and travel around the region. The job is full‑time and paid between £33,755 and £38,772 a year.

What you'll need

Qualified social worker with HCPC (Health and Care Professions Council) registration
Experience working with fostering families or children in care
Strong communication and team‑lead skills
Ability to travel across a wide area
Commitment to safeguarding and child protection

How to boost your chances

Highlight any fostering or child‑care experience on your CV
Include your HCPC registration number in your application
Prepare examples of how you have supervised or mentored staff
Research the North Fostering Service area to show local knowledge
Be ready to discuss how you manage a varied travel schedule

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Job description

Are you a qualified Social Worker looking to make a lasting difference in the lives of children and young people who live with fostering families? We are looking for passionate and committed Supervising Social Workers to join our North Fostering Service which covers Yorkshire and Lincolnshire. You will be based at our office in Doncaster. The North Fostering Service covers a wide geographical area, including Rotherham, Leeds, Beverley, Hull, Brighouse, Barnsley, Scunthorpe, Lincoln, Grimsby, Yo…