Fostering - Panel Manager

24 hours ago

Manchester Area, United Kingdom National Fostering Group Full time

Job Title: Fostering Panel Manager (Senior Social Worker)

Location: Hybrid (Bolton Office & Remote)

Contract Type: Permanent, Full-Time

Salary: Up to £45,000 (based on experience)


As part of the National Fostering Group, the UK's largest independent fostering community, we’re dedicated to supporting vulnerable children and teenagers across the UK. Our agencies consistently achieve 'Outstanding' or 'Good' ratings from Ofsted, Welsh, and Scottish regulators. Join us in shaping futures, building strong families, and making a real difference.


The Opportunity:


Are you a highly experienced Social Worker with a passion for fostering? We are looking for a Fostering Panel Manager to lead and oversee the smooth, compliant operation of our fostering panels. You'll be integral in ensuring our panels consistently meet legal, regulatory, and internal standards, contributing directly to the recruitment, assessment, and approval of foster carers. You’ll be in a position to drive quality improvements, foster collaboration, and maintain high standards across the Group.


As the Panel Manager, you will:


  • Lead and manage fostering panels across the Group, ensuring they operate within the required legal and regulatory frameworks.
  • Continuously monitor and improve panel processes to ensure efficiency, compliance, and positive outcomes.
  • Implement quality initiatives and promote collaborative work across all stakeholders.
  • Ensure the fostering panels contribute meaningfully to carer recruitment, assessment, and approval.

This is your chance to play a pivotal role in shaping our fostering services, bringing your experience to guide and support others in the field.


Who We’re Looking For:


You will be a Senior Social Worker with extensive knowledge and experience in the fostering sector. Specifically, you’ll have:


  • A strong understanding of **fostering regulations**, especially those relating to fostering panels and assessments.
  • Hands-on experience with chairing fostering panels, conducting Form F assessments, and working closely with foster carers, children, and their families.
  • Proven decision-making skills, especially in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
  • Experience managing budgets and ensuring cost-effective delivery of services.
  • A strong commitment to equality and non-discrimination in all aspects of your work.


Benefits


The option for a 4-day working week, based on performance after probation.

Up to 39 days of annual leave** (25 days base + 1 “One Moment in Time” day + 8 bank holidays, with the ability to purchase an additional 5 days).

Comprehensive Pension Scheme, with opportunities to increase contributions.

Wellbeing support through "Your Wellbeing Matters" program, including mental health services and physical health checks.

Access to our Vista Flexible Benefits Platform, offering:

A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits. e.g x 6 (annual salary death, Critical illness cover)

Discounts at 100s of retailers both in the UK and abroad.

Cycle to Work scheme

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We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and we expect all employees to share this commitment and undertake appropriate checks.


We are an Equal Opportunities Employer.

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