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Job Title: Fostering Team Manager
Location: Dudley
Rate: £41.42 per hour
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Team Manager to join Dudley’s Fostering Service, offering you the chance to lead a close-knit team committed to delivering high-quality support and supervision for foster carers and the children in their care.
What will your responsibilities be?
In this role, you will lead and manage a team of professionals, including social workers, family support workers, and administrative staff. You will oversee the development and supervision of both Connected and Mainstream Foster Carers, ensuring all carers receive equitable treatment and support. Your responsibilities include managing specialized services for Connected Foster Carers, overseeing annual reviews for Special Guardianship Carers, and ensuring the team operates within a restorative framework. You will conduct regular welfare and case supervision, ensure compliance with relevant policies, and lead the team in delivering high-quality services. Additionally, you will work collaboratively with other departments and professionals to drive the success of Dudley’s Fostering Service.
* Competitive rate of pay
* Free parking
* A stable and established team recognized by Ofsted
* Regular support and supervision
* Opportunities for professional development and progression
* Access to training materials
* Long-term contracts available
Qualifications and Experiences:
To thrive in this role, you must be a qualified social worker registered with Social Work England and eligible to work in the UK. You should hold a degree or equivalent qualification in Social Work, possess post-qualified experience, and have a full UK driving license. As a Team Manager, you must have previous management experience or demonstrated management ability. Previous experience working with foster carers is highly desirable.
How to apply?
If this role aligns with your experience and aspirations, click apply below. For more information, contact us at 0345 241 9590.
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* Dedicated consultant with social work expertise
* Wide selection of social work positions across the UK
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