Registered Fostering Manager

Howard Finley; Ringway; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits package

Opportunities for development

Job summary

Howard Finley seeks an experienced Registered Fostering Manager to lead and develop its fostering service in the Manchester area. This full-time role oversees safeguarding, regulatory compliance and service delivery, with responsibility for leading a team of social workers and fostering staff.

The ideal candidate will have a social work qualification, SW England registration, and a track record in fostering services, including senior management and Ofsted inspections.

Qualifications

• Qualified Social Worker with current Social Work England registration.
• Significant experience within fostering and children’s social care.
• Senior management or Registered Manager experience within a fostering service.
• Strong knowledge of Ofsted regulations and safeguarding requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the fostering service in line with legislation and Ofsted requirements.
• Manage and support social workers and fostering staff.
• Oversee recruitment, assessment and approval of foster carers.
• Ensure supervision, training and ongoing support for foster carers.
• Maintain high safeguarding standards, quality assurance and placement stability.
• Prepare for and manage Ofsted inspections.
• Build relationships with local authorities and partner agencies.
• Drive service improvement and future development of the organisation.

Skills

Leadership

Staff development

Regulatory compliance

Ofsted knowledge

Education

Social Work degree

SW England registration

Job description

Registered Fostering Manager - Manchester

Salary: Up to £60,000 per annum, depending on experience

Location: Manchester and surrounding areas

Contract: Full-time, Permanent

I am currently recruiting on behalf of a well-established fostering organisation seeking an experienced Registered Fostering Manager to lead and develop its fostering service in the Manchester area.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced social work professional with a strong background in fostering services, leadership and regulatory compliance.

The Role:

You will have overall responsibility for the management, leadership and development of the fostering service, ensuring high standards of care, safeguarding and regulatory compliance.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading and developing the fostering service in line with legislation and Ofsted requirements.
• Managing and supporting social workers and fostering staff.
• Overseeing the recruitment, assessment and approval of foster carers.
• Ensuring foster carers receive appropriate supervision, training and ongoing support.
• Maintaining high standards of safeguarding, quality assurance and placement stability.
• Preparing for and managing Ofsted inspections.
• Building effective relationships with local authorities and partner agencies.
• Driving service improvement and supporting the future development of the organisation.

Essential Requirements:

• Qualified Social Worker with current Social Work England registration.
• Significant experience within fostering and children's social care.
• Previous senior management or Registered Manager experience within a fostering service.
• Strong knowledge of Ofsted regulations, fostering legislation and safeguarding requirements.
• Experience managing and developing social work teams.
• Experience preparing for Ofsted inspections.

What's on Offer?

• Salary of up to £60,000, depending on experience.
• Competitive additional benefits package.
• Full-time, permanent position.
• Opportunity to lead and develop a fostering service.
• Supportive working environment and professional development opportunities.

All enquiries will be treated confidentially.