Job Description
Private Fostering Residential Manager
Enfield, London
We are seeking an experienced Private Fostering Residential Manager to lead and develop a high-quality private fostering residential service in Enfield, London. This is a senior management role requiring strong expertise in private fostering regulations, safeguarding, and multi-agency working, ensuring the highest standards of care and compliance.
The Role
As Private Fostering Residential Manager, you will have overall responsibility for the management, leadership, and regulatory compliance of the private fostering residential service. You will ensure children and young people placed within the service receive safe, stable, and outcome-focused care in line with Private Fostering Regulations, National Minimum Standards, and Ofsted requirements.
Key responsibilities include:
Full operational management of the private fostering residential provision
Ensuring compliance with Private Fostering Regulations, National Minimum Standards, and Ofsted frameworks
Oversight of foster placements, matching, and placement stability
Managing safeguarding concerns, risk assessments, and statutory notifications
Leading, supervising, and developing residential and fostering staff teams
Liaising with Local Authorities, social workers, and external professionals
Monitoring quality assurance, audits, and service improvement plans
Ensuring children's care plans, outcomes, and wellbeing are central to service delivery
Requirements
Substantial experience within private fostering or fostering residential services
Proven experience as a Registered Manager, Residential Manager, or Deputy Manager within a fostering-focused setting
Strong working knowledge of Private Fostering legislation, safeguarding requirements, and Ofsted inspection frameworks
Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (or equivalent / working towards)
Demonstrable leadership, staff management, and service development experience
Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively with Local Authorities and stakeholders
A strong commitment to safeguarding and improving outcomes for children and young people
What We Offer
Salary of 55,000 per annum
Supportive senior leadership and autonomy to shape service delivery
Ongoing professional development and progression opportunities
The opportunity to lead a service that makes a genuine difference to children's lives
Applicants must have the right to work in the UK and will be subject to enhanced DBS checks and Ofsted registration requirements.
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