Fostering Team Manager

Job Title: Fostering Team Manager
Location: Birmingham
Salary: £47,000 - £50,000 depending on experience
About Us:
We are an Independent fostering agency dedicated to providing exceptional care and support to children and young people. We pride ourselves on our commitment to fostering positive outcomes through a collaborative and supportive approach. As we continue to grow, we are seeking a dynamic and experienced Fostering Team Manager to join our dedicated team.
Role Overview:
As the Fostering Team Manager, you will play a pivotal role in overseeing and supporting our fostering team, ensuring the delivery of high-quality care and fostering services. You will manage and lead a team of social workers, working closely with foster carers, children, and other stakeholders to achieve the best outcomes for all involved.
Key Responsibilities:

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  Team Leadership & Management:
  • Lead, manage, and support a team of social workers and fostering practitioners, providing regular guidance, supervision, and performance management.
  • Ensure a supportive and collaborative team environment that fosters professional development and high morale.
  • Foster a culture of continuous improvement, ensuring that the team stays informed about best practices and evolving policies.
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  Service Delivery & Compliance:
  • Ensure the delivery of high-quality fostering services that adhere to statutory requirements, regulatory standards, and agency policies.
  • Develop and implement strategies to enhance team performance, service delivery, and outcomes for children in foster care.
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  Training & Development:
  • Facilitate ongoing training and professional development for the team, ensuring that social workers and practitioners remain up-to-date with the latest standards, laws, and therapeutic approaches.
  • Promote learning opportunities and identify areas for improvement to enhance service delivery and outcomes.
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  Collaboration with Stakeholders:
  • Work collaboratively with foster carers, children, external agencies, and other stakeholders to provide comprehensive support.
  • Address concerns and issues promptly, ensuring the welfare and safety of children in care are prioritised.
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  Out-of-Hours (OOH) Oversight:
  • Provide management oversight and guidance for out-of-hours (OOH) calls, ensuring that urgent matters related to fostering placements are handled effectively.
  • Act as a point of escalation for complex or urgent issues arising during OOH periods, ensuring that foster carers, children, and other relevant parties receive appropriate support and guidance.
  • Work with the OOH team to maintain accurate records, report on incidents, and ensure follow-up actions are taken as needed.
  • OOH will be on rotation shared between the TM and RM.
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  Performance Management:
  • Regularly monitor and evaluate team performance, identifying areas of improvement and providing constructive feedback.
  • Conduct annual performance appraisals for team members and support them in setting professional goals and development plans.

Key Requirements:

• Social Work Qualification: You must be a qualified social worker, registered with the appropriate professional body.
• Experience: Previous experience in a team manager role within an independent fostering agency (IFA) is highly preferred.
• Leadership Skills: Proven ability to lead, motivate, and manage a team effectively.
• Knowledge: In-depth understanding of fostering regulations, child protection, and relevant legislation.
• Communication: Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with diverse stakeholders.
• Organisational Skills: Strong organisational and time management abilities, with a focus on delivering high-quality outcomes.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary ranging from £47,000 to £50,000, dependent on experience.
• On-site parking for ease of access.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• Supportive and collaborative working environment.