About Us We are a team of innovative social workers, designers, and entrepreneurs on a mission to change fostering in the UK. Between us, our careers have spanned social work, service design, and public sector transformation, and we bring that mix of expertise and lived experience together to create better outcomes for children and young people. Our overarching vision is to transform the system by bringing many more wonderful people into it as foster carers, so that we can improve outcomes for children and young people. You will be joining a small and passionate team of five staff, alongside our trustees, freelancers and advisors, all of whom play an active part in shaping our work. You can find out more about us here. We partner with Local Authorities and not-for-profits who share our values and are ready to embrace change. As a registered charity, everything we do is driven by purpose, not profit. The Role We are looking for a qualified social worker to become our Weekender's Programme Manager. Your role will be to bring the programme to life across London. You'll be responsible for a cohort of Weekend Foster Carers; leading from the front, building relationships, and making sure every child and young person gets the best match possible. This is not a desk-only role. You will be out and about meeting people, doing home visits, running training, hosting socials, and ensuring our applicants are fully supported. You will have overall responsibility for programme delivery, with support from the Practice Lead, the CEO and the rest of the team. The programme is now expanding outside of London. In your role, you will focus on London delivery, while sharing learning with the wider network of Weekender programme areas across England. Although this role does not involve statutory casework, you will be working closely with our social work teams and partners who are directly alongside children and families every day. It is a role for someone who wants to stay close to practice and impact, while also helping to build and shape something new. It carries real responsibility and requires energy and commitment, but also brings the excitement of being part of a pioneering team creating change together. You’ll thrive In This Role If You Are: Qualified & Registered (or willing to re-register) – Social work qualified and ideally currently registered with SWE Motivational & Strengths-Based – Skilled at bringing out the best in people A Confident Trainer – Comfortable delivering sessions 1-on-1 or in a group Organised & Proactive – Able to manage multiple relationships, track progress, and get things done without being micromanaged Tech-Savvy – Comfortable using digital tools to make your work easier and more efficient A Change-Maker – Happy to challenge the status quo and push for better outcomes for children Bonus Points For: Systemic training Lived experience of the care system/ fostering Experience in training or teaching Previous flexible or remote working experience Strong understanding of the fostering landscape What’s In It For You Joining Now Foster means being part of something different. We are small, ambitious, and innovative, and you will play a key role in shaping how we grow. You will not be buried under statutory casework, but you will be doing meaningful, hands-on work that stays close to practice and makes a real difference for children and families. You will be part of a team that is supportive, close-knit, and collaborative. We work hard and love what we do. You will have the flexibility to manage your time in a way that works for you, within the rhythm of around 35 hours a week. Sometimes that means evenings or weekends. Other times it means stepping back when you need to recharge. We offer 28 days per year of leave plus bank holidays. We will give you access to the tools and technology you need, cover your travel and expenses, and pay a competitive salary. But beyond that, you will gain the opportunity to help build something bold and lasting: a new way of fostering that blends social work, design, and innovation. If you want to be part of a pioneering charity, stay close to the work that matters, and help create lasting change for children in care, we would love to hear from you. How To Apply Please attach a CV and cover letter below and use the 'Apply now' button to submit your application.