Fostering Panel Expert

4 weeks ago


London, Greater London, United Kingdom Southwark Council Full time

At Southwark Council, we're committed to transforming the lives of children in care through our Independent Fostering Panel. Our fostering service is renowned for its excellence, supporting children and young people to thrive in safe and loving homes. We believe in pushing the boundaries of what's possible in fostering, empowering our panel, social workers, and foster carers to make a lasting impact.

About the Role

As our Fostering Panel Advisor, you'll play a pivotal role in leading and evolving our fostering panel's work. Partnering with the Panel Chair and the Service Manager, you'll have the chance to influence the big picture of fostering at Southwark Council. This is a strategic role that requires expertise, vision, and leadership.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide top-level advice and support to our social workers, ensuring every case presented meets the highest fostering standards.
  • Oversee and enhance the quality of panel papers, turning data and reports into meaningful actions that benefit our children and families.

About You

We're looking for a passionate advocate for children and fostering who's ready to lead with vision and expertise. You'll be a catalyst for change, bringing your knowledge and skills to empower our fostering team to excel. You should have:

  1. Expert knowledge of Fostering Regulations, Legislation, and National Minimum Standards, paired with a keen eye for detail.
  2. A track record of success in guiding social care practices, with proven experience in providing clear, confident advice and leadership.
  3. A talent for inspiring others: You're always looking for ways to innovate and bring new ideas to the table, driven by the desire to see children and young people succeed.
  4. The ability to make strategic decisions that have a tangible impact on the lives of children and families across Southwark.

This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of fostering and make a real, lasting difference. We're committed to inclusion and offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. We particularly welcome applications from members of the Black, Asian and ethnic minority communities to increase representation at senior management level in the Council.

Salary Range (Full time equivalent) £51,099 - £58,197



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