Fostering Services Manager

6 days ago


SouthendonSea, Southend-on-Sea, United Kingdom CV-Library Full time
About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Care Coordinator Supervisor to join our team of fostering services professionals. As a key member of our management team, you will be responsible for supervising and supporting foster parents, ensuring they provide a safe and nurturing environment for children in their care.

As Care Coordinator Supervisor, you will work closely with our foster parents, social workers, and other stakeholders to achieve outstanding outcomes for children and young people. You will also be responsible for monitoring the suitability and competence of foster parents, providing regular supervision, and ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and child safeguarding procedures.

This is a challenging yet rewarding role that requires strong leadership skills, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and a commitment to delivering high-quality services. If you have a passion for making a positive difference in the lives of children and families, we encourage you to apply.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Supervise and support foster parents to ensure they provide a safe and nurturing environment for children in their care.
  • Monitor the suitability and competence of foster parents, providing regular supervision and ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and child safeguarding procedures.
  • Work closely with social workers, foster parents, and other stakeholders to achieve outstanding outcomes for children and young people.
  • Provide training and development opportunities for foster parents and social workers to enhance their skills and knowledge.
  • Contribute to the development and implementation of policies and procedures related to fostering services.

Requirements:

  • A Social Work qualification and professional registration with Social Work England or equivalent.
  • Proven experience in fostering services, including supervising and supporting foster parents.
  • Excellent leadership and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders.
  • Strong knowledge of relevant legislation and child safeguarding procedures.
  • A full driving license and willingness to travel extensively (including occasional nights away).

Salary: Up to £39,952 per annum dependent upon experience.

Benefits:

  • Company car or £2,000 car allowance.
  • 30 days' annual leave, rising to 35 days with length of service, plus bank holidays.
  • Life assurance.
  • Employee discount scheme.
  • Medical cash plan.


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