Fostering Practice Manager

Barnardos; Dartford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading children's charity is seeking a Fostering Practice Manager to lead their Wales Fostering Team. You will guide a passionate team of Supervising Social Workers, ensuring high-quality support for foster parents and their families. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in social care supervision and a commitment to improving the lives of children and young people. This role offers an opportunity to make a real impact while working collaboratively with local partners. Located in Dartford, this position emphasizes leadership and strategic development.

Qualifications

• Substantial supervisory experience in social care is essential.
• Experience in recruitment and retention of foster carers will be valuable.
• Ability to collaborate with health and education professionals.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of Supervising Social Workers to provide exceptional support.
• Ensure adherence to fostering regulations in Wales.
• Collaborate with local authorities and child welfare organizations.

Skills

Supervisory experience in social care

Leadership

Collaboration with external partners

Job description

Job Description

Join Our Team as a Fostering Practice Manager Wales Fostering Service

We're offering an exciting opportunity to become a Fostering Practice Manager within our dedicated Wales Fostering Team . Reporting directly to the Operations Manager , you will lead a team of skilled and passionate Supervising Social Workers , ensuring they deliver exceptional supervision, support, and training to foster parents and their families. Your leadership will help foster parents provide trauma-informed care that transforms the lives of children and young people.

In this pivotal role, you will :

• Lead and inspire your team to meet evolving service demands through high-quality supervision and adherence to fostering regulations in Wales.
• Support recruitment and retention of foster carers, contributing to strategic development and service improvement.
• Collaborate with external partners , including local authorities, health and education professionals, and child welfare organisations, to ensure holistic care for children and families.

We're looking for a driven individual with substantial supervisory experience in social care, ready to take the next step in their career. Whether you're an experienced Team Manager , Deputy Manager , or a seasoned leader seeking a fresh challenge, this role offers a platform to share your expertise and make a la...