Family care group
Location: Hybrid / Stafford, UK
Job type: Permanent / Full-Time
Sector and subsector: Childcare | Social Worker
Annual Salary Range: from £ 42,500.00 to £ 45,000.00
We're looking for an experienced Social Worker to step into a Practice Manager role within our fostering service. If you're passionate about supporting carers, developing social work practice, and want to work in a supportive family-owned agency, this could be your next step.
About Us
Family Care is a family-owned fostering agency with over 30 years' experience supporting children and carers across the Midlands and North West. We work therapeutically to achieve the best outcomes for young people.
The Role
We're seeking a motivated Practice Manager to lead and support a team of Supervising Social Workers. You'll oversee quality of practice, foster carer assessments and reviews, and contribute to inspections and improvement work. This role also deputises for the Registered Manager.
What You'll Do:
Supervise and appraise Supervising Social Workers
Act as Panel Advisor and manage assessments/reviews
Support recruitment and training of foster carers
Lead on quality assurance and compliance
Deputise for Registered Manager and manage team operations
Participate in Out of Hours rota
What You'll Need:
Degree in Social Work (DipSW, CQSW or equivalent)
Registration with Social Work England
3+ years' experience supporting foster carers
Strong knowledge of fostering regulations and safeguarding
Proven leadership and supervisory experience
Full UK driving licence and ability to travel across Staffordshire & Lancashire
What You'll Get:
Competitive salary up to £45,000 + car allowance & bonus
Hybrid working model (Stafford office base)
Contributory pension & long service awards
Professional development opportunities
Paycare & Employee Assistance Programme
Supportive, family-owned organisation where your impact is recognised
This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a flexible, supportive environment where your contributions will directly impact the success of the young people and foster carers we support.
Safeguarding
Family Care is committed to safeguarding children and young people. All employment is subject to an Enhanced DBS check and references. A criminal record will not automatically bar you from employment.