Supervising Social Worker – Independent Fostering Agency

Bridgend, Neath & Swansea | Agency Contract | 3 Months | Up to £38.43 per hour

Are you a qualified Social Worker looking for your first opportunity to move into agency work?

Hoop Social Work are currently recruiting for a Supervising Social Worker to join an Independent Fostering Agency on an initial 3-month agency contract, covering foster carers across Bridgend, Neath and Swansea.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Social Worker looking for a change of pace, wanting to explore agency work, or looking for a short-term contract within fostering.

One of the biggest benefits of this opportunity is that this role is exempt from the All Wales Pledge, meaning it could be a great opportunity for Social Workers who have been considering making the move from permanent employment into agency work.

The role

As a Supervising Social Worker, you will:

• Provide supervision and support to foster carers

• Undertake statutory visits and regular supervision

• Monitor and review foster placements

• Work closely with foster carers, children, families and other professionals

• Contribute to assessments, reviews and care planning

• Ensure safeguarding and regulatory requirements are met

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records and reports

• Build positive, professional relationships with foster carers and partner agencies

The role will involve travelling across Bridgend, Neath and Swansea, so you will need to be comfortable working across the area.

Why this role?

✅ Up to £38.43 per hour
✅ Initial 3-month agency contract
✅ Bridgend, Neath & Swansea coverage
✅ Independent Fostering Agency
✅ Supervising Social Worker role
✅ Exempt from the All Wales Pledge
✅ Excellent opportunity to make the move into agency work

To apply, you will need:

• A recognised Social Work qualification

• Current registration with Social Care Wales or Social Work England

• Relevant Social Work experience, ideally within fostering or children's services

• Enhanced DBS, registered on the Update Service or willingness to apply for a new DBS

• A full driving licence and access to a vehicle

Why register with Hoop Social Work?

• 20+ years' experience in the social work market

• Specialist Social Work recruitment agency based in Cardiff

• Exclusive roles and early access to new opportunities

• PAYE or Umbrella payroll options

• Twice-weekly payroll

• Dedicated consultant support

• DBS and compliance support throughout the process

• £200 referral reward for every successful friend or colleague you refer

Interested?

If you're considering making the move into agency work and would like to find out more about this opportunity, get in touch with Sarah Leigh at Hoop Social Work on 02922 400519 for an informal chat.

Given the nature of the role, applications can only be considered from candidates who hold a recognised Social Work qualification and current registration with Social Care Wales. Sponsorship is not available.