Team Manager
Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 08 Awst 2025 |
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Cyflog: | Heb ei nodi |
Gwybodaeth ychwanegol am y cyflog: | Grade 13, £48,062 to £51,541 per annum |
Oriau: | Llawn Amser |
Dyddiad cau: | 07 Medi 2025 |
Lleoliad: | Isle Of Wight, South East England |
Gweithio o bell: | Hybrid - gweithio o bell hyd at 2 ddiwrnod yr wythnos |
Cwmni: | Isle of Wight Council |
Math o swydd: | Parhaol |
Cyfeirnod swydd: | 2025_1477 |
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Team Manager Fostering and Adoption, making a difference for children we care for!
The role is based on the Isle of Wight with agile and flexible work practices. The office location is County Hall, Newport, Isle of Wight.
About Us:
We are a dedicated and compassionate organization committed to providing safe, nurturing, and supportive homes for the children and young people we care for supported by our fostering and adoption teams. Our mission is to ensure every child and young person is given the opportunity to thrive in a loving family setting.
Creating change together with our Children we Care For teams, our foster carers and adoptive families to ensure all children achieve their aspirations.
Job Description:
We are seeking a passionate, experienced and dynamic Fostering and Adoption Social Work Team Manager to lead our team of social workers and support staff. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing the delivery of high-quality services to children, foster carers, and adoptive families. This role requires a strong leader with excellent communication skills and a deep understanding of the fostering and adoption process.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead and manage a team of social workers, providing supervision, support, and professional development.
Ensure compliance with all relevant legislation, policies, and procedures.
Oversee the assessment, approval, and support of foster carers.
Develop and implement strategies to recruit and retain foster carers and adoptive families.
Monitor and evaluate the performance of the team to ensure high standards of practice.
Work collaboratively with other agencies and professionals to promote the welfare of children.
Manage budgets and resources effectively to deliver cost-efficient services.
Maintain accurate records and prepare reports as required.
Requirements:
Degree in Social Work and registration with Social Work England.
Significant experience in fostering and adoption social work.
Proven leadership and management skills.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Strong understanding of relevant legislation and best practices.
Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities.
Commitment to continuous professional development.
Benefits:
Competitive salary and benefits package.
Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
Supportive and collaborative working environment.
Flexible working arrangements.
Relocation package available
Isle of Wight Children's Service Social Care achieved a Good Ofsted rating in 2018, which was maintained in November 2023.
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