Fostering Team Manager in Newcastle upon Tyne)

Ad Warrior Ltd; North East; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable council in the North East of England is seeking a Fostering Team Manager to supervise a dedicated team. The successful candidate will provide strong leadership, oversee caseloads, and ensure compliance with regulations. Applicants should have a Social Work qualification and significant experience in children's social work. The council offers a supportive culture, comprehensive benefits, and professional growth opportunities.

Benefits

Defined benefit pension scheme

Flexible and hybrid working options

Generous leave

Additional leave for foster carers

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Professional Social Work qualification and current registration with Social Work England.
• Significant post-qualifying experience in children's social work.
• Experience managing, supervising, or mentoring social workers.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership to a team of fostering workers.
• Oversee complex fostering caseloads.
• Drive best practice in a supportive way.

Skills

Professional Social Work qualification

Post-qualifying experience in children's social work

Experience managing social workers

Knowledge of fostering regulations

Ability to lead and motivate a team

Commitment to safeguarding children

Education

Degree in Social Work or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Fostering Team Manager

Location: Newcastle upon Tyne

Salary: £50,269 - £54,495 per annum

Vacancy Type: Permanent, Full Time

Closing Date: 14 th October 2025

The Council is a fostering friendly employer, a UNICEF Child Friendly City, and a City of Sanctuary, committed to providing the highest quality of care to the children and families.

They are seeking an experienced and child-centred fostering manager to supervise and inspire a team of supervising social workers and resource workers, within a service rated "Good" by Ofsted.

Responsibilities

• Provide strong leadership, supervision, and guidance to a team of fostering workers.
• Oversee complex fostering caseloads, ensuring all work is compliant with statutory responsibilities, policies, and national minimum standards.
• Drive best practice in a supportive and reflective way, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional development within the team.
• Ensure the effective assessment, training, and support of foster carers, maintaining high standards and meeting service targets.
• Provide high-quality management support for the service and contribute to service development.
• Collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary partners and partner agencies to support foster carers and the children in their care.

Skills and Qualifications

• A professional Social Work qualification (e.g., Degree in Social Work, DipSW, CQSW, or equivalent) and current registration with Social Work England.
• Significant post-qualifying experience in children's social work, with demonstrable experience in fostering.
• Experience of managing, supervising, or mentoring social workers, preferably within a local authority setting.
• Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of relevant fostering regulations, legislation, and national minimum standards.
• A proven ability to lead and motivate a team, manage resources, and drive service improvements.
• A strong commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

Benefits

• A supportive culture: Join a local authority where social workers and leaders are valued, supported, and heard.
• Comprehensive benefits: Enjoy a defined benefit pension scheme, flexible and hybrid working options, a generous flexi-time scheme, and an Employee Assistance Programme.
• Professional growth: They offer a dedicated 5-day induction and ongoing leadership training, development, and coaching opportunities.
• Generous leave: Newcastle City Council offers generous annual leave, with the option to buy more.
• Additional leave for employees who are also foster carers: As a Fostering Friendly Employer, the council provides up to five days of additional paid leave for fostering-related activities, such as attending training and settling in a new child.

To Apply

If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for this reputable Council, please proceed through the following link to be redirected to their website to complete your application.

https://www.northeastjobs.org.uk/job/fostering_team_manager/286214