Jenny Sutton, Fostering Service Manager
Thursday 05 August 2021
Last updated: Wednesday 30 July 2025
Jenny is our Fostering Service Manager in the North and it’s her job it is to ensure the region running smoothly.
She’s always there to support the team and works closely with senior leaders, Clinicians, and Independent Reviewing Officers to make sure our Foster Carers get the help they need.
Jenny’s passion for teamwork and open communication plays a big part in helping children and young people thrive.
Jenny talks about her career at Five Rivers
I joined Five Rivers in 2010 as a Supervising Social Worker and have since progressed through several roles, including Senior Practitioner and Team Manager, to my current position as Service Manager.
Five Rivers has been incredibly supportive of my career development and progression; during my career at Five Rivers, I completed the Management Academy training, which played a key role in developing my leadership skills and enhancing my performance in management roles.
It’s been so rewarding to be part of the journey and to see the growth and positive changes across the Midlands and North. The fostering staff alongside the Foster Carers work incredibly well together and it’s a super team to be part of.
What excites you most about Five Rivers’ mission?
I enjoy working with my colleagues as well as our Foster Carers and take great satisfaction in seeing the progress and development of the team—which in turn supports the children we care for to achieve good outcomes.
What do you enjoy most about working at Five Rivers?
The people I work with, many of us have been part of Five Rivers for a long time, which means we work incredibly well together. The team culture is professional and focused—we all understand the importance of the work we do—but we also value having a laugh and genuinely enjoy coming together for team meetings and team days.
Interested in working with Five Rivers?
If you want to join our national fostering service, take a look at our current vacancies to find a role turning children’s lives around.