Social Work Team Manager - Fostering Team - Romford - Sanctuary Personal

Sanctuary Personnel Ltd; Romford; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading social work agency in Romford is seeking a Locum Social Work Team Manager for the Fostering Team. In this role, you will provide leadership and supervision to a dedicated team, ensure compliance with statutory requirements, and oversee the recruitment and training of foster carers. A competitive hourly wage of £45.20 and a supportive work environment await. Join us to make a positive impact in the community.

Benefits

Competitive hourly salary

Diverse work experiences

Work-life balance

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Strong leadership skills and experience in supervision.
• Knowledge of statutory requirements under relevant acts.
• Experience in recruitment, assessment, and training for foster carers.

Responsibilities

• Provide supervision and professional leadership to a team.
• Ensure compliance with statutory requirements.
• Oversee recruitment and assessments for foster carers.
• Champion relationship-based practice.
• Drive service improvements through audits.
• Represent the service in multi-agency forums.
• Manage team and financial resources.

Job description

Overview

Locum Social Work Team Manager – Fostering Team – Romford – £45.20 Hourly – Ongoing

Jump into an exciting opportunity as a Social Work Team Manager within the Fostering Team located in Romford. Earning a competitive hourly salary of £45.20, this ongoing locum role offers the flexibility of full-time work while allowing you to make a real difference in the lives of children and foster carers. Step into a leadership position where your skills will guide a passionate team towards excellence.

Perks and benefits

• Reap the rewards of locum work with a generous hourly salary, giving you financial flexibility and rewarding your expertise.
• Benefit from the excitement of diverse work experiences that keep every day fresh and stimulating.
• Enjoy the versatility that locum roles offer, allowing you the perfect balance between personal and professional life.
• Plus, discover the joy of working in a well-supported team and thriving community that values your contributions.

What you will do

• Provide effective, reflective supervision and professional leadership to a dynamic team of Supervising Social Workers, Practice Managers, and assessment staff.
• Ensure compliance with statutory requirements under the Children Act 1989, Children and Families Act 2017, Fostering Regulations, and National Minimum Standards.
• Oversee the recruitment, assessment, approval, review, and training for both mainstream and kinship foster carers.
• Champion relationship-based practice and reflective supervision to enhance team performance and development.
• Drive service improvements through audits, quality assurance, and implementation of best practices, while handling complex cases and contributing to organisational learning.
• Collaborate across agencies, representing the service in multi-agency forums and safeguarding boards, engaging in strategic planning and operational oversight.
• Efficiently manage team and financial resources, ensure compliance with procedures, and oversee smooth fostering panel operations.

Romford is a vibrant and emerging area with excellent transport links to London and a growing arts and culture scene. Enjoy a mix of modern amenities and open green spaces, making it a fantastic place to both live and work. The local community is welcoming, offering a warm environment where you can really flourish in both your personal and professional lives. This is your chance to lead and inspire while soaking in all that Romford has to offer.

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