Social Work Commissioning Lead

2 days ago


London, Greater London, United Kingdom Polaris Community Full time

Polaris Community is an innovative and dynamic organisation that provides specialist support to looked-after children and their families.

About the Role

We are looking for a seasoned Social Work Commissioning Lead - Foster Care to join our team. As a key member of our leadership team, you will be responsible for overseeing the commissioning of foster care services and ensuring that they meet the highest standards of quality and safety.

Responsibilities
  • Commission and manage foster care services across the UK
  • Develop and implement policies and procedures to ensure compliance with regulatory standards
  • Work closely with children, young people, foster parents and other professionals to ensure effective delivery of foster care services
Requirements
  • Social Care England recognised qualification in Social Work or equivalent
  • Proven experience of commissioning and managing foster care services
  • Strong understanding of regulatory standards and requirements
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

The estimated salary for this role is £50,000-£70,000 per annum, based on experience.


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