Private Fostering Residential Manager
Enfield, London
We are seeking an experienced Private Fostering Residential Manager to lead and develop a high-quality private fostering residential service in Enfield, London. This is a senior management role requiring strong expertise in private fostering regulations, safeguarding, and multi‑agency working, ensuring the highest standards of care and compliance.
The Role
As Private Fostering Residential Manager, you will have overall responsibility for the management, leadership, and regulatory compliance of the private fostering residential service. You will ensure children and young people placed within the service receive safe, stable, and outcome‑focused care in line with Private Fostering Regulations, National Minimum Standards, and Ofsted requirements.
Key responsibilities include:
* Full operational management of the private fostering residential provision
* Ensuring compliance with Private Fostering Regulations, National Minimum Standards, and Ofsted frameworks
* Oversight of foster placements, matching, and placement stability
* Managing safeguarding concerns, risk assessments, and statutory notifications
* Leading, supervising, and developing residential and fostering staff teams
* Liaising with Local Authorities, social workers, and external professionals
* Monitoring quality assurance, audits, and service improvement plans
* Ensuring children's care plans, outcomes, and wellbeing are central to service delivery
Requirements
* Substantial experience within private fostering or fostering residential services
* Proven experience as a Registered Manager, Residential Manager, or Deputy Manager within a fostering‑focused setting
* Strong working knowledge of Private Fostering legislation, safeguarding requirements, and Ofsted inspection frameworks
* Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (or equivalent / working towards)
* Demonstrable leadership, staff management, and service development experience
* Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively with Local Authorities and stakeholders
* A strong commitment to safeguarding and improving outcomes for children and young people
What We Offer
* Salary of £55,000 per annum
* Supportive senior leadership and autonomy to shape service delivery
* Ongoing professional development and progression opportunities
* The opportunity to lead a service that makes a genuine difference to children's lives
Applicants must have the right to work in the UK and will be subject to enhanced DBS checks and Ofsted registration requirements.
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Eden Brown Synergy is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. Eden Brown Synergy is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
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