Registered Manager
Join a established Fostering Agency in West Monkton, Somerset, and Make a Lasting Impact.
We're seeking a dynamic and experienced Registered Manager to join our clients dedicated team in Somerset. This is an exciting opportunity to lead and develop a Independent Fostering Agency (IFA), ensuring we provide the highest quality service to children and young people.
Your Role:
As Registered Manager, you'll be responsible for the strategic and operational leadership of the IFA. You'll ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements, drive business growth, and cultivate a culture of excellence.
Key Responsibilities:
Regulatory Compliance: Maintain full compliance with Ofsted regulations and best practice guidelines.
Business Growth: Drive commercial performance and profitability through effective management and marketing strategies.
Team Leadership: Lead, recruit, and develop a high-performing team of social workers and support staff.
Fostering Excellence: Oversee the recruitment, assessment, approval, training, supervision, and review of foster carers.
Service Development: Develop and implement service delivery plans, contributing to business growth and the delivery of high-quality therapeutic fostering services.
Ofsted Standards: Ensure adherence to National Minimum Standards for Fostering Services and the Children Act 1989 Guidance and Regulations.
Record Management: Maintain accurate and up-to-date records in line with legislative requirements.What We're Looking For:
Essential Qualifications:
Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Care and Children and Young People's Services (Children and Young People's Residential Management Pathway) or equivalent, or willingness to work towards this.
Recognised Social Work Qualification (Degree/Diploma).
Registration with Social Work England.
Experience: Proven experience in safeguarding children and young people.
Leadership Skills: Strong leadership, management, and strategic planning skills.
Regulatory Knowledge: In-depth knowledge of fostering regulations and best practices.
Business Acumen: Ability to drive business growth and profitability.
Communication Skills: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.Whats'on Offer:
Competitive Salary: Up to £55,000 per annum (dependent on experience).
Company Car: Provided following successful completion of the probationary period.
Permanent Contract: Full-time, 40 hours per week, plus on-call rota.
Rewarding Opportunity: Lead a dedicated team and make a positive impact on the lives of children and young people.
Professional Development: Opportunities for ongoing training and development.Important Information:
This role is subject to an enhanced DBS check for child and adult workforce with barred list checks.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974