An Independent Fostering Agency is looking for a Fostering Team Manager for their fostering service that covers North East Region. This is a permanent and full-time position that is hybrid working.
You must have a Diploma/Degree in Social Work and have the right to work in the UK (no VISA sponsorship available)
About the team
This Independent Fostering Agency is well- established within fostering and their service is rated "good" by Ofsted .This Independent Fostering Agency works in a therapeutic way.
About the job
- Lead, supervise, and support fostering social workers and staff.
- Ensure the safety, welfare, and safeguarding of children in foster care.
- Oversee the recruitment, assessment, approval, and retention of foster carers. Provide training, guidance, and ongoing support to foster carers.
- Manage complex fostering cases and placement decisions.
- Ensure compliance with fostering regulations, legislation, and policies.
- Monitor service quality, performance, and outcomes for children. Conduct audits, reviews, and implement service improvements.
- Work collaboratively with local authorities and partner agencies.
- Manage team workloads, performance, and professional development.
- Contribute to budget management and resource planning.
- Support strategic planning and the development of fostering services.
About you
The successful candidate will have a social work degree with post qualification experience in Fostering.
What's on offer?
- A salary of up to £55,000 dependent on experience
- 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays plus 2.5 days additional
- Mileage paid
- Manageable caseloads
- Car Allowance
- Excellent CPD training & development opportunities
- Further benefits
For more information, please contact Samantha Cunningham
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What do you get from working with me?
- CV enhancement
- Application form enhancement
- Access to many jobs in the market
- One central point of contact
- Interview preparation assistance
- Expert consultation
- Questions answered
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