Fostering Assessments Manager | Regional Lead

Career Choices Dewis Gyrfa Ltd; West Midlands; On-site; GBP 43,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading children’s fostering organization is seeking an Assessment Manager to oversee the management and coordination of assessor teams. The ideal candidate will be an experienced Social Worker with expertise in fostering assessments. Responsibilities include managing the assessment process, ensuring adherence to quality standards, and engaging with stakeholders. This position offers up to £42,500 annually, plus benefits such as a £3,000 car allowance and generous annual leave.

Benefits

Up to 39 days annual leave

Life Assurance

Pension scheme

Mental health support services

Health benefits

Discount options

Cycle to Work Schemes

Electric Car Purchase Scheme

Critical illness cover

Qualifications

• Experience in fostering assessments and ability to ensure high standards.
• Knowledge of relevant policies, regulation, and legislation.
• Current driving licence required for travel to regional offices.

Responsibilities

• Manage the complete assessment process for Foster Carers.
• Supervise and support assessors to maintain quality standards.
• Ensure monitoring of documents and reports meets quality standards.
• Build relationships with stakeholders including local authorities.
• Contribute to process improvement and team performance evaluation.

Skills

Experienced Social Worker

Knowledge of fostering assessments

Excellent written and verbal communication

Computer literate

Education

Relevant professional qualifications in Social Work

Job description

A leading children’s fostering organization is seeking an Assessment Manager to oversee the management and coordination of assessor teams. The ideal candidate will be an experienced Social Worker with expertise in fostering assessments. Responsibilities include managing the assessment process, ensuring adherence to quality standards, and engaging with stakeholders. This position offers up to £42,500 annually, plus benefits such as a £3,000 car allowance and generous annual leave.