Senior Fostering Service Leader - Safeguarding & Compliance

Get Staffed Online Recruitment Limited; Enfield; On-site; GBP 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Service Manager in Enfield to oversee and develop a fostering service. The ideal candidate will be a qualified Social Worker with significant management experience in children's social care. Responsibilities include ensuring compliance with regulations, leading fostering teams, and enhancing service quality. The role promises a competitive salary and offers the opportunity to drive innovative practices in child-centered care.

Qualifications

• Qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in fostering or children’s social care.
• At least 2 years in a management role.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and supervision to fostering teams.
• Oversee operational and compliance aspects of the service.
• Lead on service planning, foster carer recruitment.
• Maintain readiness for Ofsted inspections.
• Build partnerships with local authorities and stakeholders.
• Support innovation and development.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Analytical skills

Service improvement

Education

Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Health and Social Care

Job description

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Service Manager in Enfield to oversee and develop a fostering service. The ideal candidate will be a qualified Social Worker with significant management experience in children's social care. Responsibilities include ensuring compliance with regulations, leading fostering teams, and enhancing service quality. The role promises a competitive salary and offers the opportunity to drive innovative practices in child-centered care.