Team Manager – Fostering Team

Sanctuary Personnel; Cardiff; Hybrid; GBP 57,000 - 81,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid Working

Work-Life Balance

Competitive Compensation

Professional Development

Networking Opportunities

Job summary

Sanctuary Personnel is seeking a Team Manager for the Fostering Team within Children’s Social Care in Cardiff. The role is full-time and offers hybrid working with ongoing opportunities to lead a dedicated team responsible for assessment, approval and support of foster carers and related services.

The hourly rate is £49.92, reflecting the importance of leadership in delivering high-quality safeguarding and child-centred practice.

Qualifications

• Expert leadership of social care teams.
• Experience in fostering services and safeguarding.
• Ability to supervise multi-disciplinary staff.
• Willingness to travel within Cardiff and attend meetings.

Responsibilities

• Ensure quality services for assessment, approval, and support of carers.
• Make safe and robust decisions on safeguarding, referrals, and workload.
• Lead the service's performance management and quality assurance.
• Collaborate with regional teams on recruitment and retention.
• Supervise principal social workers and support panel operations.

Skills

Leadership

Social work management

Travel readiness

Recruitment participation

Out-of-hours availability

Education

Social Work qualification

Job description

Team Manager – Fostering Team within Children’s Social Care in Cardiff UK, earning £49.92 hourly. Full-time. Ongoing. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced individual to step into a pivotal role within our Fostering Team in Cardiff. We are seeking someone with exceptional leadership skills and a passion for making a difference in the lives of children and young people. Join us to lead a motivated team and drive quality services in fostering.

Perks and benefits:

• Hybrid Working: The service is based in County Hall, Cardiff, with hybrid working options available, offering you the flexibility to balance work and personal commitments.
• Work-Life Balance: Make the most of your time in the vibrant city of Cardiff while maintaining a healthy balance between your professional and personal life.
• Competitive Compensation: As a locum worker, you’ll enjoy excellent rates of pay that recognise your experience and expertise.
• Professional Development: Broaden your experience and skills in a supportive and dynamic environment.
• Networking Opportunities: Expand your professional network while working alongside experienced colleagues and stakeholders across the fostering sector.

What you will do:

• Ensure quality services are delivered for the assessment, approval, and support of mainstream, ‘When I am Ready’, connected and SGO carers, as well as supported lodgings providers.
• Make safe and robust decisions, particularly regarding safeguarding, referrals, assessment, and work allocation in accordance with statutory requirements.
• Take prompt action following any incident involving a cared-for child or young person to ensure their protection and safety.
• Provide effective leadership to the service and ensure compliance with relevant legislation, regulations, and good practice.
• Support and work alongside principal social workers, social workers, and support workers.
• Collaborate closely with the Foster Wales Regional Development Manager, Regional Marketing Officer, and Recruitment Support Officers on recruitment and retention activities.
• Directly supervise principal social workers and serve as a panel advisor to the fostering panel, ensuring smooth panel operations.
• Lead performance management and quality assurance for the service, reporting as required to the children’s management team.

Requirements:

• Hold a recognised Social Work qualification.
• Current registration with Social Care Wales.
• Significant skills and experience in effectively managing a social care service.
• Ability to travel across the Cardiff area and attend in-person meetings.
• Willingness to participate in recruitment and retention activities, including out-of-hours commitments where required.

Cardiff is a bustling city with a rich cultural heritage and vibrant social scene. From its historic landmarks to its beautiful parks, Cardiff offers a fantastic quality of life. Whether you’re a fan of bustling city life or serene nature, Cardiff provides the perfect backdrop for your career and personal adventures. Join us and make a real impact in a city that’s as dynamic as the role itself!