Team Manager – Fostering Support Team

Sanctuary Personnel

JOB-20240819-db742659

Team Manager – Fostering Support Team

Location: Thurrock, UK
Rate: £38.69 per hour
Contract: Locum, ongoing
Hours: Full-time or part-time options available

Join a committed fostering service in Thurrock, where you’ll lead a skilled and passionate team dedicated to transforming the lives of children and carers. This is a flexible and rewarding leadership role with excellent development potential.

Perks and Benefits

  • Flexible Working Options: Choose between full-time or part-time hours to suit your lifestyle and personal commitments.

  • Attractive Hourly Rate: Competitive pay of £38.69 per hour, reflecting your leadership skills and experience.

  • Career Progression: Benefit from structured professional development and access to a range of training opportunities.

  • Supportive Team Environment: Work in a collaborative setting that values mutual support, inclusion, and shared success.

  • Field-Based Variety: Opportunity to travel across Thurrock, engaging with foster carers and children, gaining broader insights and impact.

Key Responsibilities

  • Team Leadership: Lead the Fostering Support Team with vision and enthusiasm, ensuring high-quality services for children and carers.

  • Operational Management: Oversee day-to-day operations including case allocation, staff supervision, and team performance monitoring.

  • Foster Carer Support: Provide expert guidance and ensure carers receive adequate training, tools, and support to deliver exceptional care.

  • Safeguarding Oversight: Respond promptly to safeguarding concerns, ensuring full compliance with statutory duties and safeguarding frameworks.

  • Multi-Agency Collaboration: Work closely with internal teams and external partners to deliver integrated and comprehensive support.

  • Quality Assurance: Monitor and assess service delivery, implementing continuous improvements to uphold high standards of care.

  • Regulatory Compliance: Ensure all practices align with current legislation, Thurrock Council policies, and fostering best practice guidelines.

Why Work in Thurrock?

Thurrock is a thriving and well-connected area with a welcoming community, open green spaces, and excellent transport links to London. It provides a balanced environment for both personal and professional life.

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