Fostering Team Manager – Remote Leadership & Development

Capstone Foster Care; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Home-based role

Flexible working

27 days holiday + BH + birthday

Job summary

Capstone Foster Care is seeking a Team Manager to lead, develop and support a small team delivering high-quality fostering services in the South West. You will work from home in the Hampshire or Dorset area and liaise with local authorities to increase family matches and opportunities.

The role requires SWE registration, knowledge of the Children Act 1989 and safeguarding standards, plus experience in fostering social work and team development. A full driving license is essential.

Qualifications

• Requires SWE registration and a relevant social work qualification.
• Up-to-date knowledge of the Children Act 1989.
• Operational knowledge of national fostering standards and related legislation.
• Experience in fostering or children’s social work and in assessing potential foster carers.

Responsibilities

• Manage, motivate and support a team of two Supervising Social Workers and a Children's Champion.
• Develop the team's capabilities and expand the area across the South West with local authorities.
• Ensure carers are informed of and comply with safeguarding standards and policies.
• Work with senior management on an annual business plan and service development.

Skills

Team leadership

Staff development

Training delivery

Driver's license

Education

SWE registration

Job description

Capstone Foster Care is seeking a Team Manager to lead, develop and support a small team delivering high-quality fostering services in the South West. You will work from home in the Hampshire or Dorset area and liaise with local authorities to increase family matches and opportunities.

The role requires SWE registration, knowledge of the Children Act 1989 and safeguarding standards, plus experience in fostering social work and team development. A full driving license is essential.