Registered Fostering Manager

Registered Fostering Manager

An exceptional opportunity has arisen for a dedicated Registered Manager to maintain the 'Ofsted Outstanding' status of their service. This hybrid role, based in the West Midlands with occasional travel to a regional hub, offers the chance to oversee a child centred service that prioritises stability, quality, and the professional development of its multidisciplinary team.

Job Summary

The successful candidate will take on the legal and operational responsibility for the region's Fostering Service. The primary focus is to ensure the highest standards of care and regulatory compliance while providing visionary leadership to a geographically dispersed team. Key aspects of the role include:

• Acting as the Registered Manager with Ofsted, ensuring all activities meet the Fostering Services Regulations and National Minimum Standards.


• Driving service improvement and maintaining Outstanding standards through robust quality assurance and audit activity.


• Working closely with the Director of Operations and central commercial teams to align regional performance with organisational goals.


• Promoting a values driven environment that supports staff well being, high quality supervision, and foster carer retention.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Provide direct line management to the Fostering Services Manager and broader oversight of Team Managers, Social Workers, and specialist support staff.


• Maintain meticulous oversight of safeguarding, statutory notifications, and preparation for Ofsted inspections.


• Act as the lead for safeguarding practice, responding effectively to concerns and ensuring children's safety is the priority in all decision making.


• Lead the recruitment, induction, and performance appraisal of senior staff, fostering a culture of continuous professional growth.


• Collaborate with central support teams regarding Home Finding, Foster Carer Recruitment, and Training & Development.


• Ensure accurate and timely record keeping across the service while participating in the senior out of hours management rota.

Requirements

• Qualifications: A recognised Social Work qualification (Degree/Masters/DipSW) and current registration with Social Work England.


• Certification: Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Care.


• Experience: Significant senior management experience within an Independent Fostering Agency (IFA), including at least 2 years of fostering experience within the last 5 years.


• Skills: A proven track record of managing managers and leading large, remote teams with a strong history of successful Ofsted inspections.

Benefits

• Financial: Salary up to £90,000 per annum plus a £5,050 car allowance.


• Leave: 38 days annual leave (inclusive of Public Holidays) plus a paid day off for your birthday.


• Health: Comprehensive BUPA Private Health and Dental Care options.


• Security: Life Assurance (up to 3x salary) and a competitive company pension scheme.

Randstad Care is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merits alone.