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Are you a visionary leader in social care looking to make a profound impact on the lives of children in care? We are an independent fostering agency dedicated to 'Quality over Quantity.' We are looking for a Registered Manager who is as passionate about therapeutic practice as they are about regulatory excellence. As the Registered Manager, you will be the CQC/Ofsted focal point, ensuring our foster parents are supported, our staff are inspired, most importantly our children are thriving in safe, loving homes.
Job Responsibility:
Act as the Registered Manager in accordance with the Care Standards Act 2000, ensuring full compliance with Fostering Services Regulations and National Minimum Standards
Drive the development of the agency while maintaining a 'Good' or 'Outstanding' Ofsted rating
Lead, mentor, and supervise a team of Supervising Social Workers and support staff, fostering a culture of reflective practice
Oversee the recruitment, assessment, and training of foster carers, ensuring the 'matching' process is robust and child-centred
Act as the lead for safeguarding, ensuring that all children are protected and that risks are managed with clinical precision
Requirements:
Social Work England registration
Degree in Social Work (or equivalent)
Proven experience in a management role within a Fostering setting (IFA or Local Authority)
Deep understanding of the Fostering Services Regulations 2011 and the Children Act 1989