Hamptons are proud to be supporting a local authority in the South-West, in the search of an Interim Team Manager for their Fostering service
The Role: Interim Team Manager – Fostering
About You:
We are looking an experienced and motivated manager to lead our Fostering team.
As a manager, you will oversee the provision of support services for fostering assessments, 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.
- Lead and manage the Fostering team, overseeing day to day support and assessments.
- Ensure the provision of high quality support services for carers, families, and private fostering arrangements.
- Manage a team of social workers and family practitioners.
- 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.
- Oversee assessments of needs and support plans for carers and families.
- Manage resources and budgets effectively.
Advocating for the children and young people of the area, you will model social work practice that is of a high standard and in line with statutory obligations.
You will champion restorative practice and encourage a collaborative culture, where opportunities for reflection and learning are supported.
- Knowledge of Eclipse computer system is an advantage – strong IT skills a must.
- Full-clean license and access to a car – ability to travel as required.
- Qualified social worker with up to date professional registration
What's On Offer: A rate of £44 per hour per day on an initial 3 month contract, hybrid working, this role requires office presence for 2 days a week
**Please note, travel and accommodation allowance is NOT available for this role**
About The Client: The client is based in the South-West.
Recruitment Timeline: Applications close on Friday 29th November 2024 at 4.00pm with interviews conducted via MS Teams. The client requires an ASAP start date.
To apply, please complete the below form and include an up to date CV.
Or for a confidential discussion about the role, please contact Marcus Hall on marcus@hamptonsresourcing.com or 01926 695224
Hamptons is passionate about equality, and is committed to developing an inclusive workforce. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant regardless of your individual needs. Any reasonable adjustments will be fully supported during the application and hiring process
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