Sonia Sandiford – Assessment Manager
My name is Sonia Sandiford, and I began my role with UK Fostering on April 2, 2024. Previously, I worked with the Local Authority. In my current role, I serve as the team manager, overseeing the northwest assessment team.
I am a qualified social worker and senior manager with over 21 years of post-qualification experience. My expertise spans a variety of roles and responsibilities, including:
Head of Service for Fostering, Adoption, Looked After Children, Children in Care, and Residential Services.
Service Manager for Looked After Children, Residential Services, Fostering, and Adoption
Service Manager for Court Services
Service Redesign
Development of Written Policies and Procedures
Oversight of Inspection Readiness
Agency Decision Maker
Budget Management
This extensive background equips me to support and guide my team effectively, ensuring high standards of practice and positive outcomes for children and young people in our care.