Head of Fostering Services (Registered Manager) - Hybrid

Liquid Personnel Limited.; England; Hybrid; AUD 100,000 - 122,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Job summary

Liquid Personnel Limited is seeking an ambitious Registered Manager to lead a therapeutic fostering service in Norfolk. You will drive service development, ensure regulatory compliance, support foster carer recruitment and retention, and deliver outstanding outcomes for children and young people.

A qualified Social Worker with fostering management experience, safeguarding knowledge, and panel/assessment experience is required. Hybrid working and a supportive leadership team are offered.

Qualifications

• Social Work qualification (Dip SW, CQSW, BA/MA Social Work or equivalent).
• Current Social Work England registration.
• Experience leading fostering/adoption services and teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead the fostering service and maintain regulatory compliance.
• Prepare for and lead Ofsted inspections.
• Manage and develop the fostering team.
• Oversee foster carer recruitment, assessment, approval, and retention.
• Act as Panel Advisor and ensure effective fostering panel processes.
• Drive quality assurance, audits, and service improvement.
• Build relationships with Local Authorities and key stakeholders.

Skills

Management experience

Fostering regulations knowledge

Communication & relationship-building

Driver's license

Leadership

Education

Social Work qualification

Social Work England registration

Job description

Liquid Personnel Limited is seeking an ambitious Registered Manager to lead a therapeutic fostering service in Norfolk. You will drive service development, ensure regulatory compliance, support foster carer recruitment and retention, and deliver outstanding outcomes for children and young people.

A qualified Social Worker with fostering management experience, safeguarding knowledge, and panel/assessment experience is required. Hybrid working and a supportive leadership team are offered.