An Independent Fostering Agency is looking for a Team Manager for their North West Fostering service.

This is a full-time and permanent position although there will be some flexibility with hybrid working.

The ideal Manager will have Significant Fostering experience within a Management position ideally within an Independent Fostering Agency or Charity.

Local Authority experience is welcome.

What is on offer for you as the Team Manager:

• Up to 26 days + public holidays with additional days that you can purchase


• Car Allowance of £3,000


• Full Pension Scheme


• Life Assurance


• Excellent Training & Development - CPD


• Further benefits

Duties and Responsibilities for you as the Team Manager:

• Managing, guiding and Supporting a team of Supervising Social Workers


• Contributing to Business Development


• Quality Assurance


• Contributing to Planning Carer Recruitment Strategies


• Contributing Staff Recruitment Strategies


• Contributing to Staff Training


• Reporting to the Registered Manager

Requirements for you as the Team Manager:

• A recognised Social Work qualification (Degree/Diploma)


• Registered with Social Work England


• Significant experience of working in Fostering


• Experience as a Manager/Senor Social Worker


• An excellent working knowledge and understanding of the current legislation and frameworks relevant to Children Social Care and Fostering

Location: Lancashire

Salary Scale: £42,000 - £45,000 + benefits

Please follow the instructions on this website, or alternatively contact Jamil Olweny

If this role is not what you are looking for, but you are looking to make a move within Social Work, get in touch, as we have many other opportunities!

What do you get from working with me?

• CV enhancement


• Application form enhancement


• Access to many jobs in the market


• One central point of contact


• Interview preparation assistance


• Expert consultation


• Questions answered


• Offer negotiation