We are a highly successful National Charity and an Ofsted rated Outstanding Fostering Agency. We are looking for a Foster Team Manager to provide support to our lovely Registered Manager by supervising and supporting less experienced staff on professional matters, undertaking tasks delegated by our highly skilled Registered Manager and developing The CFT’s outstanding fostering service. We are a wonderful organization to work for! Our independent continuous improvement surveys tell us this annually! 

Where do you fit in?

To provide support to the Registered Manager by supervising and supporting less experienced staff on professional matters, undertaking tasks delegated by the Registered Manager, developing the CFT's fostering service and developing links with universities to provide student placements and or other services as required. 

What’s in it for you?

In addition to a competitive salary, a very generous car allowance, and out of hours allowance, we offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• 30.5 Days Annual Leave inclusive of Bank holidays, additional holiday leave (with length of service) and Birthday Leave
• Pension
• Membership with BUPA, Dental cover, and a range of family friendly policies including Enhanced Maternity Pay
• An Employee Assistance programme 
• 35 hours per week over 4 days (Monday-Friday) 
• Plus a very generous car allowance (£4800 pa) and out of hours allowance (£1200 pa)

 

What do you need to be successful?

• You’ll be degree qualified, registered and experienced in this field, with a full driving licence and up to date knowledge of all job relevant legislation - particularly Safeguarding and Foster Care
• IT Literate, ideally with a knowledge of the Charms database (although training can be provided), with accurate record keeping and admin skills
• You’ll be flexible, willing to learn, train and progress. You’ll promote our work and help to establish us as the local authority’s preferred and approved supplier

Closing date: 24 May
Interviews will be held on 5 June

• Please view the Benefits Statement updated April 2024 document (opens in a pop up)
• Please view the Job Description Foster Team Manager April 2024v2 document (opens in a pop up)