Job Description
Country Director Scotland
We are seeking a talented individual to join our Leadership team and help sustain and expand our programmes across Scotland.
Position: Country Director Scotland
Salary: £53,836 – £59,012
Location: Hybrid with travel to Glasgow office at least once a week
Hours: 35 hours per week, full time
Contract: Permanent
Closing Date: Wednesday 6th May 2026
Interview Dates: 13th May (online) and 18th May (Glasgow)
About the Role
This is an exceptional opportunity to join The Fostering Network as one of four Country Directors, working closely with the CEO to deliver organisational strategic objectives.
You will lead and manage our work in Scotland, making a vital contribution to improving the lives of foster families, children and young people in foster care, while supporting fostering services across the country.
Key responsibilities include:
Overall management and leadership of our work in Scotland
Driving forward the monitoring, impact and evaluation of our work
Developing and maintaining key stakeholder relationships including government, fostering services and sector partners
Overseeing the development and delivery of sustainable, impactful programmes
Securing grants, fundraising and promoting our work across the sector
Budget management and financial oversight
Identifying opportunities for innovation and collaboration
Growing membership and maintaining our position as the leading fostering charity in the UK
Acting as safeguarding lead for Scotland
About You
We are looking for a strategic, collaborative leader with extensive experience of the fostering sector.
You will bring:
In-depth knowledge of foster care practice and children s social care
Experience working within statutory local authority social services
A track record of leadership, line management and delivering change
Experience of strategic planning, programme delivery and budget management
Strong experience working with government officials and key stakeholders
Excellent communication and relationship management skills
The ability to inspire trust and credibility across a wide range of audiences
Strong organisational skills and the ability to prioritise effectively
You will also demonstrate a commitment to safeguarding, equality, diversity and inclusion, and the organisation s mission and values.
About the Organisation: The Fostering Network is the UK s leading fostering charity and membership organisation, dedicated to empowering, enriching and supporting the relationships at the heart of the fostering community.
They work across all four nations of the UK to improve outcomes for children and young people in foster care and to support foster carers and services.
What s on Offer
38 days leave including bank holidays
Flexible and hybrid working
Enhanced maternity, adoption and sick pay
Employee Assistance Programme
Pension and life assurance
Family friendly policies and fostering friendly leave
Other roles you may have experience of could include: Director of Services, Head of Fostering, Assistant Director Social Care, Service Director, Head of Operations, Programme Director, Children s Services Manager
Please note this role is advertised by the recruitment agency acting for the client Not For Profit People.
