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Head of Fostering – National Fostering Agency

Worcester

£55,000 - £70,000 per annum + Car Allowance

     

REQUIREMENTS    

It is essential that all applicants must:

  • Have previous experience at a regional level at a fostering agency.
  • Have a relevant social work degree.
  • Have a strong track record of ‘good’ or ‘outstanding’ Ofsted inspection ratings.

 

THE ROLE    

Compass Associates are proud to be joining forces with one of the UK’s leading foster care agencies to recruit a Head of Fostering, who will lead an established team of Operations Managers and Social Workers within their Worcester region. The provider in question is going through an exciting period of growth across the country and pride themselves on innovation, quality, and placing children at the heart of everything they do.

     

THE CANDIDATE    

We are seeking applicants who are experienced senior operators within the independent fostering sector who have a firm understanding of the current Ofsted framework, with a track record of ‘good’ or ‘outstanding’ ratings. Furthermore it is important that applicants possess a proven ability to lead, motivate, and develop high-performing teams and are able to balance strong strategic and operational leadership skills. All the while, the Head of Fostering will build and maintain strong relationships with foster carers, children, local authorities, and external partners to make a real impact and deliver the best possible outcomes for the children in care.

 

INTERVIEW PROCESS    

Three stages:

  • An informal phone call with the hiring manager.
  • An introductory interview via Teams with the hiring manager.
  • A formal face-to-face interview (including presentation) on site with senior leaders.

 

TO APPLY    

Please contact Rory Birch on 0161 6676558 or alternatively email [email protected]    

Compass Associates are acting as a recruitment consultancy in relation to this vacancy.    

     

RECOMMENDATIONS    

Compass Associates Ltd is acting as a Recruitment Consultancy for this permanent vacancy; we offer £200 of John Lewis vouchers for each successful recommendation.