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Agency Decision Maker – Fostering and Adoption

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Buckinghamshire Council

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United Kingdom , Aylesbury

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Public Sector

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Not provided

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Salary:

75075.00 GBP / Year
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Job Description:

Are you ready to make a real difference in the lives of children and families? Buckinghamshire Council is seeking an experienced and passionate Agency Decision Maker – Fostering and Adoption to lead statutory decision-making for fostering and adoption services. This is a senior leadership role where your expertise will shape the future of permanence planning and ensure every child has the best possible start.

Job Responsibility:

  • Hold delegated authority to make critical decisions on fostering and adoption approvals, reviews, and children’s permanence plans
  • Provide independent scrutiny, uphold legal compliance, and ensure decisions are timely and in the best interests of children
  • Work closely with panels, advisors, and senior leaders
  • Drive high standards of governance, quality assurance, and inspection readiness
  • Lead strategic development of our decision-making framework, influencing long-term service planning and continuous improvement
  • Line management of two advisors

Requirements:

  • Qualified and registered social worker
  • Substantial post-qualifying experience in fostering and/or adoption
  • Proven senior leadership experience in children’s social care with responsibility for complex, risk-based decisions
  • Expert knowledge of legislation and statutory guidance including the Children Act 1989, Adoption and Children Act 2002, and relevant regulations
  • Credibility and authority to provide professional challenge and advice at the highest level
  • Strong commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion ensuring fair and transparent decision-making
  • Excellent communication skills to engage confidently with panels, partners, and inspectors
What we offer:
  • Fair and inclusive culture
  • Health and well-being initiatives including an Employee Assistance Programme, Mental Health First Aiders and mindfulness workshops
  • A unified voice through our Employee Representative Group
  • Ongoing support, and the opportunity to develop and progress in your career with us
  • Opportunities to take part in fun activities such as fundraising and social events
  • Flexible and agile working arrangements
  • Discounts on various Cafés, restaurants, shops
  • Auto enrolment onto our generous Pension Scheme
  • Membership to Costco
  • Discounted gym memberships
  • Travel discounts with Arriva

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
January 20, 2026

Expiration:
January 25, 2026

Employment Type:
Parttime
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