Fostering Services Registered Manager — Leadership & Impact

Action for Children; West of England; On-site; GBP 47,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

7 weeks paid leave

Wellbeing day

Leadership opportunities

Flexible leave options

Employer contribution pension up to 5%

Blue Light Card discounts

Recognition of local authority terms

Job summary

Action for Children is seeking a Registered Manager for fostering in Southwest England to oversee regulatory standards and the safeguarding and sustainability needs of our fostering services. You will lead a dedicated team of professional social workers, health and business staff, ensuring high standards and a strong team culture.

You will provide leadership, accountability to AFC Head of Service (Fostering) and Ofsted, and build partnerships with carers and local agencies to deliver therapeutic

Qualifications

• Recognised social work qualification and registration with Social Work England.
• Significant experience in children's social care and fostering.
• Proven ability to lead, motivate and develop managers and social workers.
• Strong data analysis and budget awareness within a social care context.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership to ensure strong practice and leadership is upheld.
• Oversee day-to-day operations of regulated services across southwest.
• Provide oversight and accountability to AFC Head of Service (Fostering) and Ofsted.
• Lead safeguarding, recording and practice.
• Build strong relationships with carer families, local organisations and partner agencies.
• Be the external representative and attend local events, panels and forums to promote and strengthen the service.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Team leadership

Budgeting & commercial awareness

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Degree

DipSW

Job description

Action for Children is seeking a Registered Manager for fostering in Southwest England to oversee regulatory standards and the safeguarding and sustainability needs of our fostering services. You will lead a dedicated team of professional social workers, health and business staff, ensuring high standards and a strong team culture.

You will provide leadership, accountability to AFC Head of Service (Fostering) and Ofsted, and build partnerships with carers and local agencies to deliver therapeutic