Registered Manager (Independent Fostering Agency)
2 days ago
Romford
Company: Aegis Care Shield Location: Hybrid (Remote / Essex-based) Contract: Part-time to Full-time (Phased) Salary: £50,000 FTE (Pro Rata during part-time phase) Start Date: ASAP Company Description Aegis Care Shield is an independent fostering agency in Essex with a bold vision, to provide safe, nurturing, and stable homes for children and young people in need. We're seeking a dynamic, qualified, and experienced Registered Manager to help us through Ofsted registration and into full operational success. Role Description This is a phased role: • Phase 1 (Pre-Registration): 0.5 days/week to lead on Ofsted application, draft policies/procedures, and prepare for inspection., • Phase 2 (Post-Registration): Full-time (5 days/week) as the operational lead of the agency. Key Responsibilities • Lead and oversee the Ofsted registration process and inspection readiness, • Write and implement all required policies and procedures in line with fostering legislation and best practice, • Ensure the service is compliant with the Fostering Services (England) Regulations 2011 and National Minimum Standards, • Recruit, supervise, and support staff and carers, • Maintain high standards of safeguarding, record keeping, and care planning, • Lead the quality assurance, development, and continual improvement of the agency, • Be responsible for regulatory notifications and liaison with Ofsted Qualifications Minimum Qualifications and Experience (minimum qualifications to be considered) • Social Work qualification (Degree, DipSW or equivalent), • Registered with Social Work England, • At least 2 years' experience managing a fostering or children’s care service, • Experience in managing a fostering agency or similar care setting, • Strong knowledge of safeguarding, compliance, and fostering regulations, • Experience of Ofsted inspections are highly desirable, • Knowledge of child welfare policies and regulations, • Strong leadership, report-writing, and communication skills, • Commitment to ethical, child-centred practice, • Leadership and team management skills, • Strong organisational and time management abilities Why Join Us? This is a rare opportunity to help shape a new fostering agency from day one, build a positive organisational culture, and make a lasting difference in children’s lives. We offer flexibility, autonomy, and the chance to lead a service with values at its core. To apply, please submit your CV and a short covering statement outlining your suitability. Please submit your full CV with any gaps in employment briefly explained