Join an established Fostering Agency in Wakefield, West Yorkshire, and Make a Lasting Impact.
We're seeking a dynamic and experienced Registered Manager to join our dedicated team in Yorkshire. This is an exciting opportunity to lead and develop a Independent Fostering Agency (IFA), ensuring we provide the highest quality service to children and young people.
Your Role:
As Registered Manager, you'll be responsible for the strategic and operational leadership of the IFA. You'll ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements, drive business growth, and cultivate a culture of excellence.
Key Responsibilities:

• Regulatory Compliance: Maintain full compliance with Ofsted regulations and best practice guidelines.
• Business Growth: Drive commercial performance and profitability through effective management and marketing strategies.
• Team Leadership: Lead, recruit, and develop a high-performing team of social workers and support staff.
• Fostering Excellence: Oversee the recruitment, assessment, approval, training, supervision, and review of foster carers.
• Service Development: Develop and implement service delivery plans, contributing to business growth and the delivery of high-quality therapeutic fostering services.
• Ofsted Standards: Ensure adherence to National Minimum Standards for Fostering Services and the Children Act 1989 Guidance and Regulations.
• Record Management: Maintain accurate and up-to-date records in line with legislative requirements.

What We're Looking For:

• Essential Qualifications:
  • Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Care and Children and Young People's Services (Children and Young People's Residential Management Pathway) or equivalent, or willingness to work towards this.
  • Recognised Social Work Qualification (Degree/Diploma).
  • Registration with Social Work England.
• Experience: Proven experience in safeguarding children and young people.
• Leadership Skills: Strong leadership, management, and strategic planning skills.
• Regulatory Knowledge: In-depth knowledge of fostering regulations and best practices.
• Business Acumen: Ability to drive business growth and profitability.
• Communication Skills: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Whats'on Offer:

• Competitive Salary: Up to £60,000 per annum (dependent on experience).
• Company Car: Provided following successful completion of the probationary period.
• Permanent Contract: Full-time, 40 hours per week, plus on-call rota.
• Rewarding Opportunity: Lead a dedicated team and make a positive impact on the lives of children and young people.
• Professional Development: Opportunities for ongoing training and development.

Important Information:

• This role is subject to an enhanced DBS check for child and adult workforce with barred list checks.
• This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.