Fostering Team Manager

A charity is looking for a Team Manager for their fostering service that covers the Northeast region. This is a Maternity Cover until November 2027 and full-time position that is hybrid working.

You must have a Diploma/Degree in Social Work and have the right to work in the UK (no VISA sponsorship available)

About the team

This charity is well known for being a leading champion of diversity and quality within fostering and their service is rated “good” by Ofsted (2025). They have several regionally based teams across the UK, as well as other children’s service, but this service is based in North East and they have a medium sized team of social workers, managers and various back-office staff.

About the job

Managing a team of social workers and a support worker Ensuring a continuation of high standards of practice Supervision Working collaboratively within a multi-agency team Working collaboratively with the other practice manager and registered manager Overseeing foster carer recruitment & retention

About you

The successful candidate will have a social work degree with post qualification management experience in Fostering Social Work whilst having an up-to-date understanding of relevant fostering legislation. This is a growing team with long-term potential to progress into a senior position and beyond when opportunities arise.

What's on offer?

A salary of £44,000 – £48,000 dependent on experience 27 days of annual leave Mileage paid at 0.45ppm Excellent CPD training & development opportunities Pension contributions up to 6% Death in service cover Cycle2work scheme Interest free season ticket loans High street Discounts Further benefits

For more information, please contact Samantha Cunningham

07825213518 / scunningham@charecruitment.com

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