Fostering Connected Persons Manager (Slough Children First) Slough, Berkshire, South East England, England
Job description
- Salary: £55,127 - £57,185 per annum (including local weighting and market supplement)
- Hours: Full time 37 hours per week
- Contract: Permanent
A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Fostering Connected Persons Manager within our IFA!
As our Fostering Connected Persons Manager, you’ll manage a dedicated team undertaking the recruitment, assessment and support of Special Guardians, as well as Home from Home carers and providing training to all carers.
You’ll ensure the delivery of high-quality assessments meets the deadlines required, and carers are appropriately supported. And you’ll be working with the team to continually develop and improve the quality and efficiency of these assessments. You’ll also provide line management to the Contact Service Manager.
For this role, you’ll be a SWE registered Social Worker with significant post qualification experience and a comprehensive knowledge and understanding of Fostering Regulations, particularly in relation to assessing and supervision, and support of Reg 24 carers. As well as a good knowledge of the Special Guardianship and Reg 24/Connected Person’s assessment process.
If you’re looking for a new challenge and want to be part of an exciting journey to turn children’s services around in Slough then come and join us. In return, we can offer you:
- training and development opportunities
- agile working supported by technology
- flexible working policies
- friendly working environment and great colleagues.
Slough is one of the most diverse places in the country outside of London and a great place to live or work. In fact it's the best place to live or work according to a survey by Glassdoor. Pleasant environments, above average salaries and a lower cost of living, mean an increased quality of life for employees. We're also one of the most accessible places to be, nestled on the corner of the M25, M4 and M40, and less than 20 minutes by train to Central London.
Apply online
If you would like to apply for this post, please use the online application form to submit your CV and apply online at Careers | Slough Childrens First
Good luck!
