Fostering Team Manager

An Independent Fostering Agency is looking for a Team Manager for their well-thought of Yorkshire team. This is a full-time and permanent position although there will be a degree of flexibility.

The ideal Social Worker/Manager will have Significant Fostering experience within a Senior Social Worker/Management position ideally within an Independent Fostering Agency or Charity. Local Authority experience is also welcome. This is a great chance to manage a developing team and a chance to become an integral part of an exciting future.

What is on offer for you as the Team Manager:

• Car Allowance
• Mileage paid at 0.40ppm
• 27 days for annual leave + bank holidays (Rising up to 30 days)
• An excellent Pension Scheme
• Out of hours payments
• Excellent Training & Development - CPD
• Further benefits

Duties and Responsibilities for you as the Team Manager:

• Managing, guiding and supporting a team of Supervising Social Worker
• Contributing to Business Development
• Quality Assurance
• Contributing to Planning Carer Recruitment Strategies
• Contributing Staff Recruitment Strategies
• Contributing to Staff Training
• Reporting to the Registered Manager

Requirements for you as the Senior Team Manager:

• A recognised Social Work qualification (Degree/Diploma)
• Registered with Social Work England
• Significant experience of working in Fostering
• Significant experience as a manager
• An excellent working knowledge and understanding of the current legislation and frameworks relevant to Children Social Care and Fostering

Location: Leeds

Salary Scale: £41,000 - £43,000 + Car Allowance + benefits

Please follow the instructions on this website, or alternatively contact Cassie Ferguson

If this role is not what you are looking for, but you are looking to make a move within Social Work, get in touch, as we have many other opportunities!