Registered Fostering Manager in Manchester, Greater Manchester

Registered Fostering Manager – Manchester

Salary: Up to £60,000 per annum, depending on experience
Location: Manchester and surrounding areas
Contract: Full-time, Permanent

I am currently recruiting on behalf of a well-established fostering organisation seeking an experienced Registered Fostering Manager to lead and develop its fostering service in the Manchester area.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced social work professional with a strong background in fostering services, leadership and regulatory compliance.

The Role:

You will have overall responsibility for the management, leadership and development of the fostering service, ensuring high standards of care, safeguarding and regulatory compliance.

Key responsibilities include:

Leading and developing the fostering service in line with legislation and Ofsted requirements.

Managing and supporting social workers and fostering staff.

Overseeing the recruitment, assessment and approval of foster carers.

Ensuring foster carers receive appropriate supervision, training and ongoing support.

Maintaining high standards of safeguarding, quality assurance and placement stability.

Preparing for and managing Ofsted inspections.

Building effective relationships with local authorities and partner agencies.

Driving service improvement and supporting the future development of the organisation.

Essential Requirements:

Qualified Social Worker with current Social Work England registration.

Significant experience within fostering and children's social care.

Previous senior management or Registered Manager experience within a fostering service.

Strong knowledge of Ofsted regulations, fostering legislation and safeguarding requirements.

Experience managing and developing social work teams.

Experience preparing for Ofsted inspections.

What's on Offer?

Salary of up to £60,000, depending on experience.

Competitive additional benefits package.

Full-time, permanent position.

Opportunity to lead and develop a fostering service.

Supportive working environment and professional development opportunities.

Interested?

If you are an experienced Registered Fostering Manager and would like to explore this opportunity, please send me your CV via Indeed.

All enquiries will be treated confidentially.

I look forward to hearing from you!