Regional Manager- Fostering

Cambian Group; Marston Green; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fostering organization is seeking a Regional Manager to oversee their therapeutic fostering service across the West Midlands. This role involves managing a talented team, ensuring high care standards, and fostering strong relationships with children and families. Ideal candidates will have a social work qualification and management experience in fostering. A competitive salary, car allowance, and generous annual leave are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Car allowance

Pension

Private healthcare

Generous annual leave – 30 days plus bank holidays

Qualifications

• Experienced Fostering Assistant or Deputy Manager in an Independent Fostering Agency.
• Strong knowledge of fostering legislation and safeguarding.
• Proven management experience in fostering or related field.

Responsibilities

• Manage and inspire a talented team.
• Ensure the highest standards of care and compliance.
• Drive innovation and creativity in service delivery.
• Build strong relationships with children, families, and stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Relationship-building

IT Skills (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Education

Qualified Social Worker, registered with SWE

Management experience

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics Charms

Job description

To achieve this, we find, train, and support the very best Foster Parents – and now, we’re looking for an exceptional leader to join our team as a Regional Manager. Could This Be You?

Key Questions

• Are you an experienced Fostering Assistant or Deputy Manager with a background in an Independent Fostering Agency (IFA)?
• Do you share our passion for helping children and young people rebuild their lives?
• Are you ready to take the next step in your career and lead with purpose?

If so, we’d love to hear from you! The role as Regional Manager, you’ll lead our established team in Birmingham, overseeing the delivery of our therapeutic fostering service across the West Midlands. You’ll:

Responsibilities

• Manage and inspire a talented team
• Ensure the highest standards of care and compliance
• Drive innovation and creativity in service delivery
• Build strong relationships with children, families, and stakeholders

Qualifications

• Qualified Social Worker, registered with SWE
• Proven management experience in fostering or a related field
• Strong knowledge of fostering legislation and safeguarding
• Excellent leadership, communication, and relationship‑building skills
• Confident with IT (Word, Excel, Outlook); experience with Microsoft Dynamics Charms is a bonus

At By the Bridge, we’re more than a fostering provider – we’re a passionate, independent organisation with a unique therapeutic approach that transforms lives. We deliver high‑quality foster care for children of all ages and abilities, and we’re on a mission to give every young person the best possible chance in life.

Benefits

• Competitive salary (dependent on experience)
• Car allowance, pension, and private healthcare
• Generous annual leave – 30 days plus bank holidays
• A supportive, collaborative working environment

Please note: An enhanced DBS check is required for this role.