Fostering and Kinship Care Team Manager | Darlington

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EDEN BROWN SYNERGY is excited to present a fantastic opportunity for an experienced and passionate Team Manager to join Fostering and Kinship Care Team at Darlington Borough Council.

This is your chance to work within a thriving, supportive team environment while making a real difference to the lives of children and families across the community.

Duties and Responsibilities:
* Holding a caseload of Foster Carer's offering supervision and support
* Undertaking Core Assessments under Section 20
* Undertaking Form F Assessments
* Undertaking Viability Assessments
* Undertaking Parenting Assessments
* Undertaking Regulation 38 Assessments
* Attending family proceedings court
* Obtaining Interim Care Orders/Interim Supervision Orders
* Obtaining Special Guardianship Orders
* Producing Child Permanency Reports
* Preparing looked after children review reports
* Searching for emergency placements for vulnerable children referred to social services
* Producing Annual Review Report of Foster Carer's


BENEFITS OF WORKING WITH EDEN BROWN SYNERGY
* DBS check processed & paid for by Eden Brown Synergy
* Referral bonus for recommending a colleague or friend.
* Bonus for finding your own role.
* Twice weekly payroll
* Dedicated recruitment consultant supporting you throughout your journey.
* Apply Today

If this opportunity matches your experience and career goals, send your updated CV to:

Bharti Dhankani
B.Dhankani @edenbrownsynergy.com

For more information, call: 020 3545 4243

Eden Brown Synergy is an equal opportunities employer.

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COMPETITIVE SALARY

Darlington

Temporary

Added 08/06/2026
Reference: 3554564200_1780918741

Fostering and Kinship Care Team Manager | Darlington

Darlington
Temporary

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