Senior Supervising Social Worker

Senior Supervising Social Worker Homebased (Travel required across Central and West Scotland) £37,829 Per Annum (increasing to £42,032 after 18 months) + £1,500 Per Annum Out of Hours Allowance + £750 Per Annum Homeworking Allowance35 hours | Mon–Fri | PermanentWhy Join TACT?Top 5 UK Charity to Work For (2024)97% proud to work at TACT | 92% love working hereNot-for-profit – every surplus reinvested into children, carers & staffChildren’s voices shape every decision, system, and improvement we make at TACT.Flexible homeworking from day oneTrauma-informed, values-led organisationBenefits31 days annual leave + 8 bank holidaysProgression to salary target rate upon completion of 18 months of service.55p per mile business mileageStakeholder Pension (salary sacrifice)Family-friendly & flexible working policiesVolunteer daysWellbeing & Non-Salary BenefitsHomeworking IT bundle + home office loanHelp@Hand EAP (24/7 GP, CBT, physio, mental health support)Over 35 hours a year of access to on line wellbeing events and team wellbeing daysMenopause Policy + free clinician appointmentsRegular team wellbeing & connection eventsTraining & Career DevelopmentExcellent learning & development programmeOpportunity to grow therapeutic & trauma-informed practiceSupportive leadership and clear career progression pathwaysInvolvement in innovative projects (e.g. TACT Connect, Health, Education)The RoleYou’ll work closely with foster carers and social work colleagues to deliver high-quality, trauma-informed support and improve outcomes for children and young people.Key Responsibilities:To supervise and support a diverse range of foster carers and children.Ensure children are safe, well cared for and achieve positive outcomes consistent in line with TACT policies.Undertaking Form F assessments where needed.To facilitate regular support groups and learning opportunities, which will include the delivery of training.Developing the service and supporting colleagues. Recording and updating CHARMS and all other appropriate central/social work systems.Participating in Out of Hours Service.What You’ll NeedA degree in Social Work or equivalent.Up-to-date registration with Scottish Social Services Council.A minimum of 2 years post-qualifying experience in a regulated fostering service.A proven track record in working with and on behalf of children, respecting and maintaining their individuality, and promoting their positive development.Up-to-date knowledge of relevant legislation and regulations.PVG clearance (processed by TACT).TravelHomebased in the Scotland area. Caseload is across Central and West Scotland. Travel across other areas of Scotland may be required.Monthly face-to-face meetings in Scotland.Additional travel for training, team and carer events.Key DatesClosing Date: Monday 9th November 2026 (midnight)Interviews: Tuesday 17th November 2026 (Microsoft Teams)Safeguarding CommitmentSafeguarding is everyone’s business, and TACT believes that only the people with the right skills and values should work in social work. As part of TACT’s commitment to safeguarding, we properly examine the skills, experience, qualifications, and values of potential staff in relation to our work with vulnerable young children. We use rigorous and consistent recruitment approaches to help safeguard TACT’s young people. All our staff are expected to work in line with TACT’s safeguarding policies. Apply early - we may close the role if we receive a high volume of applications.