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Iris Resourcing
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London, Greater London
Fostering Manager - Referrals and Placements
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Job Type: Full-time |
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Salary: £43,533 - £51,239 + benefits |
Overview
A leading IFA are looking for a Referrals Team Manager to manage their fostering referral process, proving management and support to wider team of Referrals Officers. This role is office based in West London: You will provide strong leadership and management across referrals management and operationally with carers and Local Authorities within the region. You will maintain commercial awareness and ensures contractual and regulatory compliance in relation to the referral process. Contributing to the development and successful implementation of the regional business plan and targets, you will adopt a positive inspirational approach to carer / Looked After Child placement making. Brief overview of role / responsibilities: Accountable for the implementation of the regional referral journey following the agreed process. Manages the day to day operations of the regional/area referrals team with specific responsibility for triage of all referrals Allocation within the team Matching of placements of children with a range of needs Coordinating support packages where appropriate Building on and maintaining links with local authorities who form the existing customer base Service development and new initiatives You will be / have: At least 3 years post qualifying Social Work / Professional/ Managerial experience Social Work degree is desirable but not essential, ideally hold a Degree Working knowledge of Fostering Services and Fostering regulations Insight into contractual relationships between the private and public services Salary range is £43,533 - £51,239 25 days leave private healthcare For further information around the organisation and role and a JD, please contact Harriet Connolly on 07740 773499 / harrietirisresourcing.co.uk Iris Resourcing is an unrivalled specialist resourcing partner to the looked after children’s social work sector, with a targeted focus across fostering & adoption : With a focus on permanent recruitment, we work strategically to find the ideal fit, matching experience, skills and aspirations. If the above role is not suitable, but you are looking for a move within the sector, please do make contact to discuss what you may be looking for and other available opportunities. http://www.irisresourcing.co.uk https://www.facebook.com/irisresourcing/ https://twitter.com/harriet_iris