Responsible Individual - Fostering Agency
1 day ago
Ilford
About Us We are Unique Support and Care Limited, a care provider and recruitment agency. We are currently recruiting for a multinational investment organisation, seeking to open a new Independent Fostering Agency (location is up to you), they are committed to building a service that delivers exceptional care, stability, and positive outcomes for children and young people. Who We Are looking for We are seeking a highly skilled and ambitious individual to take on and lead the fostering Agency. This is a rare opportunity to join at the very beginning, take responsibility for Ofsted registration, design your dream care agency prioritising care, culture, commercialism and compliance. Key Responsibilities • Lead the day-to-day management of the fostering service in line with Ofsted requirements., • Ensure full compliance with Fostering Services Regulations 2011, the Children Act, and National Minimum Standards., • Recruit, assess, and supervise foster carers, supported by a skilled team., • Line-manage supervising social workers and provide clear professional leadership., • Embed safeguarding and child-centred practice across the agency., • Build strong partnerships with local authorities, Ofsted, and multi-agency professionals., • Responsible for implementing the 4Cs: Culture, Compliance, Care, Commercialism., • Drive growth, innovation, and continuous improvement from start-up stage onwards. Requirements & Qualifications • Qualified in Social Work, Psychology, or a Therapeutic field (DipSW, BA/MA Social Work, CQSW, or equivalent)., • Minimum 2 years’ recent experience in fostering or children’s services., • At least 1 year in a supervisory/management role within fostering or children’s care., • Strong knowledge of safeguarding, fostering legislation, and Ofsted compliance., • Full UK driving licence with access to a vehicle., • Strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills., • Ambition and vision to form a growing agency. Desirable Attributes • Trauma-informed or therapeutic care training., • Previous involvement in Ofsted inspections., • Familiarity with multi-agency working and partnership building., • Experience in recruitment, training, or mentoring foster carers., • Experience with start-up or newly registered fostering agencies., • Knowledge of digital case management or reporting systems. What We Offer · Highly competitive salary: £50,000 – £120,000 (depending on experience). · Equity/Profit Share: 20% company shareholding or 20% interest as the business grows. · Unique opportunity to build and shape a new fostering agency from the ground up. · Supportive and open communication, ensuring you have the guidance and resources you need. · Career-defining opportunity to make a lasting impact in the fostering sector. If this sounds like you, please send your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your suitability for the role to: Recruitment Stages: 1. Quick virtual chat to review your CV and suitability for the role, 2. Interview with the head of investment committee, 3. Final Stage – (Prepare a cashflow model for review) Unique Support & Care Ltd is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Work Location: In person