Team Manager - Fostering

• Job Category
• Fostering
• Location
• Wakefield, West Yorkshire
• Salary
• £45,000 - £47,500 per annum
• Closing date
• 22/04/2026
• Ref
• 0
• Contract type
• Permanent
• Total hours per week
• 40
• Description
• Team Manager – Fostering 2 InspireSalary:£45,000 – £47,500 per annumLocation:WakefieldContract:Full-time, PermanentAbout Us
  AtFostering 2 Inspire, we believe every child deserves stability, belonging and the chance to thrive. As part of theHomes2Inspire and Shaw Trust family, we deliver a warm, relationship‑centred fostering service built around compassion, collaboration and high‑quality practice.
  We’re growing and we’re looking for an experienced, motivated and values‑drivenTeam Managerto help us ensure that every foster family and every child receives the best possible support.The Role
  AsFostering Team Manager, you will provide day‑to‑day leadership of our fostering social work team. You’ll oversee operational delivery, case management, safeguarding responses, and the supervision of social workers and support staff.
  Working closely with the Registered Manager, you will support high standards of care, ensuring our service meets all statutory requirements and reflects our commitment to safe, nurturing, and stable placements for children and young people.Key Responsibilities

  • Lead the daily operations of the fostering team, including duty systems and case allocation

  • Provide management direction, guidance and reflective oversight for social workers

  • Oversee placement referrals, matching, placement stability and disruption processes

  • Respond to safeguarding concerns and contribute to multi‑agency meetings

  • Quality‑assure Form F assessments and supervising social worker reports

  • Monitor carer training, development and annual reviews

  • Conduct case audits and support continuous improvement work

  • Supervise, coach and support team members

  • Contribute to recruitment of foster carers and staff

  • Deputise for the Registered Manager when required and participate in the on‑call rota

  About You
  We’re looking for someone who is confident, supportive and passionate about achieving the best possible outcomes for children.You will need:

  • A recognised Social Work qualification (DipSW, CQSW, BA/MA)

  • Social Work England registration

  • Significant post‑qualifying experience within fostering or children’s social care

  • Experience supervising or coaching social workers/practitioners

  • Strong safeguarding knowledge

  • Experience of audits, quality assurance and improvement work

  • A commitment to reflective practice, team development and trauma‑informed support

  Desirable: A management or leadership qualification.Why Join Us?

  • A supportive, values‑led organisation where staff wellbeing genuinely matters

  • The opportunity to help shape a growing fostering service

  • A strong focus on reflective practice and professional development

  • Part of the wider Shaw Trust group, with career progression pathways

  • Generous salary and benefits package, plus additional organisational perks

  Apply Today
  If you’re ready to make a real difference and lead a passionate fostering team with purpose and heart, we’d love to hear from you.