Fostering Team Manager Kinship Team

Cheshire East Council; Crewe; On-site; GBP 46,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

A local council in Crewe seeks a Team Manager for its Kinship Assessment Team. The ideal candidate will have a professional Social Work qualification, leadership experience, and knowledge of children's social care legislation. You will oversee assessments and work collaboratively with other teams. This role offers a permanent position with a salary ranging from £46,581 to £53,289 per annum.

Qualifications

• Registered with Social Work England.
• Experience of supervising others and previous management experience.
• Knowledge of relevant legislation in children's social care.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and assure assessments for potential kinship carers.
• Work closely with other teams within the council.
• Lead and motivate team members.

Skills

Leadership

Supervision

Problem-solving

Education

Professional Social Work qualification

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25.08.2025

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09.10.2025

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Job Description:

A fantastic opportunity has arisen to work within our Kinship Assessment Team for a Team Manager.

The Kinship team s a dynamic and growing team within Cheshire Est Council. Our team members are committed to providing high quality assessments and support potential kinship carers.

As a Team Manager you will work closely with other teams within the council to ensure that our assessments are comprehensive and effective, you will also have the opportunity to develop your skills and knowledge through training opportunities.

You will have oversight and quality assure viability assessments, connected person assessments, and Special Guardianship reports for court.

Organisation Cheshire East Council Location Crewe Job Category Children and Young People Services Grade CEC NJC - Grade 11 Salary Min £46,581 Per Annum Salary Max £53,289 Per Annum Hours per week 37 Weeks per year 52 Employment Type Permanent Closing Date 30/09/2025 Ref No E2889 Documents

Fostering Team Manager Kinship Team

A fantastic opportunity has arisen to work within our Kinship Assessment Team for a Team Manager.

The Kinship team s a dynamic and growing team within Cheshire Est Council. Our team members are committed to providing high quality assessments and support potential kinship carers.

As a Team Manager you will work closely with other teams within the council to ensure that our assessments are comprehensive and effective, you will also have the opportunity to develop your skills and knowledge through training opportunities.

You will have oversight and quality assure viability assessments, connected person assessments, and Special Guardianship reports for court.

Organisation Cheshire East Council Location Crewe Job Category Children and Young People Services Grade CEC NJC - Grade 11 Salary Min £46,581 Per Annum Salary Max £53,289 Per Annum Hours per week 37 Weeks per year 52 Employment Type Permanent Closing Date 30/09/2025 Ref No E2889 Documents

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Cheshire East is an amazing place to live and work. As one of the largest employers in the borough, we are able to offer you a wide range of challenging and rewarding career opportunities.

At Cheshire East Council we are working for a brighter future – together and our commitment to you is that our workplace culture will provide a shared purpose, a well-led organisation with valued people succeeding together as one team and one council to deliver the best service for our customers and communities.

If you want to be part of our award-winning council and contribute to our ongoing success, have the flexibility and drive to enable us to innovate, are committed to working as part of a team and striving to deliver exceptional service wherever you can, we would especially like to hear from you.

As an equal opportunities employer, we welcome applicants from all backgrounds and want our workforce to reflect the diversity of our local communities so that we can all work for a brighter future - together.

- The ideal candidate will hold professional Social Work qualification and be registered with Social Work England.

- have experience of supervising others , previous management experience with an ability to lead and motivate others.

- have knowledge and understanding of relevant legislation in relation to the children's social care system and an understanding of Fostering Regulations and National Minimum Standards.

- Ability to problem solve is essential in this role given the often competing demands and deadlines.

- An approach to leading others utilising restorative practice principles is also essential.

interviews will be held week commencing 3rd March 2025.