Experienced Team Manager needed for our Fostering Team in Exeter, Devon - paying £44 per hour!
The Exeter & East Fostering Team delivers the regulated fostering services to foster carers within this geographical area.
As manager of this team, you will oversee the provision of support services for fostering, ensuring that children and young people in these arrangements receive high quality support. Your leadership will be essential in managing service delivery, implementing development of the team, and ensuring statutory duties are undertaken.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Lead and manage a team of Social Workers and Family Practitioners, overseeing day to day support and assessments.
2. Ensure the provision of high quality support services for foster careers, children and their families.
3. Work closely with the social work teams, families, carers, and multi-agency partners to ensure children's needs are met and that support services are accessible.
4. Oversee assessments of needs and support plans for carers and families.
5. Manage resources and budgets effectively.
Skills & Experience required:
1. A social work qualification and up to date registration with SWE.
2. Experience of working in children's services, with a focus on fostering, kinship care, or special guardianship.
3. Leadership and management experience.
4. Knowledge of the fostering regulations and experience of working in a multi-agency and court environment.
5. Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
6. Budget management experience.
7. Knowledge and understanding of the legislation, models, and theories relevant to children’s social work.
8. Good recording and planning skills.
9. A valid UK driving licence and access to a car.
There may be occasions when home-working can be permitted; this will be discussed at interview.
For more information, please contact Dylan at Tripod Partners on 07919 026892 or send your CV to dylan.nel@tripodpartners.co.uk.
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