Fostering Team Lead — Social Work Manager (Locum)

Sanctuary Personnel Ltd; Dudley; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A trusted personnel agency is seeking a Social Work Team Manager in Dudley. This full-time position offers a competitive hourly rate of £41.42. You will lead a dedicated fostering team, ensuring high service quality while overseeing assessments and providing mentorship. The role requires a degree in social work, current registration, and significant experience in Children’s Services focusing on fostering. The position also offers flexible working hours and various professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Excellent professional development opportunities

Dynamic team environment

Work-life balance

Qualifications

• Current Social Work England registration required.
• Up-to-date managerial experience as Team Manager or equivalent.
• Substantial frontline experience in Children’s Services focusing on fostering.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the social work team within the fostering service.
• Oversee assessment, approval, and support of foster carers.
• Collaborate with other agencies to ensure best outcomes for children.
• Monitor team performance and implement improvements.
• Provide mentoring to team members to foster growth.
• Ensure compliance with relevant legislation.
• Manage budgets effectively.

Skills

Leadership

Social work management

Team mentoring

Collaboration with agencies

Education

Degree in social work

Job description

A trusted personnel agency is seeking a Social Work Team Manager in Dudley. This full-time position offers a competitive hourly rate of £41.42. You will lead a dedicated fostering team, ensuring high service quality while overseeing assessments and providing mentorship. The role requires a degree in social work, current registration, and significant experience in Children’s Services focusing on fostering. The position also offers flexible working hours and various professional development opportunities.