Purpose of Job: Fostering Hub Programme Manager
The Royal Borough of Greenwich is the lead borough for the development and delivery of a SouthEast London Fostering Hub service on behalf of multiple local authorities in South-East London. Please note that the partners are currently subject to confirmation so will be shared once local authorities confirm their express commitment to the new partnership.
The five boroughs care for 20% of London’s looked after population. Foster carers provide essential, loving, and stable homes for many of these children however, the fostering system is under significant strain, with national declines in approved carers. The Government's Renewing Fostering policy has set a target to create 10,000 new foster places by April 2029 and has called for enhanced regional collaboration.
South-East London is embarking on an ambitious programme to develop an end-to-end subregional foster carer recruitment pathway. Local Authorities identified above have agreed to pool their resources and, with the support of a Department for Education Grant, establish a South-East London Fostering Hub which delivers a comprehensive, resilient, relationship-driven pathway where prospective carers are approved quickly, supported deeply, and children are provided with local, stable and loving homes.
The Programme Manager will be responsible to the Innovation and Improvement Lead and Head of South-East London Fostering Hub for:
The Programme Manager will lead and coordinate the development and implementation of the South-East London Fostering Hub.
This will include:
Establishing a multi-authority foster recruitment support service team and offer
Establishing digital foster carer interfaces, case management systems and team performance reporting
Developing a sub-regional foster carer recruitment communications campaign
Developing a foster carer retention-focused training and support programme
The PM will be responsible for developing the ways of working in partnership with senior leaders and Heads of Service across five authorities and then continue to track the impact of the hub until the end of September 2027. They will work with all participating authoritie...
Fostering Hub Programme Manager employer: rated traders ltd Careers
As an HIA Surveyor with us, you will join a forward-thinking organisation that prioritises employee well-being and professional growth. Our collaborative work culture fosters innovation and encourages you to take the lead in service development while ensuring compliance with essential health and safety regulations. Located in Westminster, we offer unique opportunities for site visits and training, allowing you to expand your expertise in a vibrant urban environment.
