Supervising Social Worker

Leicestershire County Council

Supervising Social Worker – Kinship Support Team

Category Details
Organisation Leicestershire County Council
Location County Hall, Glenfield, Leicester, LE3 8RA
Worker Category Field Based Worker
Salary £34,350 – £41,373 per annum (pro-rata for part-time) + Market supplement £3,283 (pro-rata)
Hours 30 hours per week
Contract Type Permanent
Closing Date 20th July 2025
Interview Dates To be confirmed
Role Summary Supervise and support kinship foster carers; ensure compliance with fostering standards; provide practical, emotional, and developmental support; assess suitability and produce reviews; address placement challenges.
Essential Qualifications Social Work degree or equivalent (CQSW, DipSW) with children’s services specialism
Experience Required Post-qualification experience with children and families; knowledge of child protection and legislation
Skills & Attributes Excellent communication (oral and written), negotiation skills, ability to prioritize and assess reports, commitment to equality and diversity
Checks Enhanced DBS check for regulated activity
Flexible Working Options considered to support work-life balance including part-time, term-time, compressed hours, remote work
Contact for Info Fred Luneta, Team Manager, 0116 305 2090, Fred.Luneta@leics.gov.uk
Application Upload supporting statement and CV via Council’s career site

Related Social Work Positions

Job Title Salary Range Location
Child Protection Social Worker £33,000 – £39,000 Leicester
Fostering Support Worker £28,000 – £34,000 Leicestershire
Family Support Social Worker £30,000 – £37,000 Nottinghamshire
Residential Social Worker £29,000 – £36,000 Leicester
Early Intervention Social Worker £31,000 – £38,000 Leicestershire

 Summary

The Supervising Social Worker supports kinship foster carers by providing guidance, supervision, and assessments to ensure the wellbeing of children in care. This role demands strong communication, knowledge of child protection, and a commitment to supporting families and children effectively.

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