Fostering Team Manager – Dudley – £41.42

Liquid Personnel; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Fostering Team Manager to oversee Dudley’s Fostering Service. This role involves managing a professional team focused on delivering exceptional support for foster carers. The ideal candidate should be a qualified social worker with management experience and a passion for fostering excellence in service delivery. This opportunity offers a competitive rate and myriad professional development options.

Benefits

Competitive rate of pay

Free parking

Professional development opportunities

Long-term contracts available

Qualifications

• Qualified social worker registered with Social Work England.
• Post-qualified experience and a full UK driving license.
• Previous management experience or demonstrated management ability.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of professionals in fostering service.
• Oversee development and supervision of foster carers.
• Ensure compliance with relevant policies and deliver high-quality services.

Skills

Team leadership

Communication

Social work knowledge

Management experience

Education

Degree in Social Work

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12.08.2025

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Job Description:

Job Title: Fostering Team Manager
Location: Dudley
Rate: £41.42 per hour

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Team Manager to join Dudley’s Fostering Service, offering you the chance to lead a close-knit team committed to delivering high-quality support and supervision for foster carers and the children in their care.

What will your responsibilities be?
In this role, you will lead and manage a team of professionals, including social workers, family support workers, and administrative staff. You will oversee the development and supervision of both Connected and Mainstream Foster Carers, ensuring all carers receive equitable treatment and support. Your responsibilities include managing specialized services for Connected Foster Carers, overseeing annual reviews for Special Guardianship Carers, and ensuring the team operates within a restorative framework. You will conduct regular welfare and case supervision, ensure compliance with relevant policies, and lead the team in delivering high-quality services. Additionally, you will work collaboratively with other departments and professionals to drive the success of Dudley’s Fostering Service.

• Competitive rate of pay
• Free parking
• A stable and established team recognized by Ofsted
• Regular support and supervision
• Opportunities for professional development and progression
• Access to training materials
• Long-term contracts available

Qualifications and Experiences:
To thrive in this role, you must be a qualified social worker registered with Social Work England and eligible to work in the UK. You should hold a degree or equivalent qualification in Social Work, possess post-qualified experience, and have a full UK driving license. As a Team Manager, you must have previous management experience or demonstrated management ability. Previous experience working with foster carers is highly desirable.

How to apply?
If this role aligns with your experience and aspirations, click apply below. For more information, contact us at 0345 241 9590.

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• Twice weekly payroll
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• Exclusive access to roles not available elsewhere
• Free access to Liquid’s training and CPD portal
• Dedicated consultant with social work expertise
• Wide selection of social work positions across the UK
• £500 “Refer a Friend” bonus for successfully placed referrals*