Registered Manager

Registered Manager - Fostering | North East Team Fostering | North Shields / Middlesbrough £60,052 - £64,341 | Permanent | 37.5 hours | Hybrid This is an exciting opportunity to join Team Fostering, an ethical, not-for-profit fostering agency, and lead our North East service, rated Outstanding by Ofsted in November 2025.

At Team Fostering, we are committed to developing talent and recognise the value that different career paths and experiences can bring. As a key leadership role within our North East service, we are keen to hear from experienced professionals working in roles relevant to fostering who are ready for their next challenge.

Whether you are already a Registered Manager, looking to take the next step in your career, or considering a move from a wider children's social care setting, we would love to hear from you. You do not need to be a current Registered Manager to be considered.

We welcome applications from individuals with the leadership skills, experience and ambition to lead a high-performing service. If you are unsure whether your background is the right fit, we encourage you to get in touch for an informal conversation about the role and how your experience could transfer to Team Fostering.

The role As Registered Manager, you will provide strategic and operational leadership across Team Fostering's North East service, ensuring children, young people and foster families continue to receive an outstanding level of support. Working closely with the Senior Leadership Team,

you will

Lead and support managers and staff across the service Oversee safeguarding, referrals, assessments and quality assurance, reporting as appropriate to SLT, Board and Ofsted Support the recruitment, development and retention of foster carers Ensure the service remains compliant with fostering legislation, National Minimum Standards and Ofsted requirements Build strong relationships with Local Authorities, Ofsted and key partners Monitor performance and outcomes and drive continuous improvement Contribute to the future growth and development of the North East serviceWho we're looking for Above all, we're looking for a credible, values-led leader with experience relevant to fostering and a genuine passion for improving outcomes for children and young people.

You'll need strong leadership experience, an understanding of the regulatory environment and the confidence to take on broader...

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