Advanced Practitioner - Fostering Support Tean

Ackerman Pierce Ltd; Bobbing; On-site; GBP 46,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading local authority is seeking an Advanced Practitioner for the Fostering Support Team. The role offers competitive compensation between £46,142 and £52,413 per annum, with responsibilities including supporting foster carers and ensuring compliance with fostering regulations. Candidates must be a Practice Educator with at least 3 years of fostering experience. Flexible working hours and ongoing training opportunities are provided.

Benefits

Onsite parking

Opportunities for role progression

Ongoing training

Qualifications

• 3 years current fostering experience.
• Enhanced DBS/CRB.
• Full driving licence and access to a vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Recruit, train, assess, and support Foster Carers.
• Investigate and analyze information on cases.
• Ensure compliance with statutory requirements and regulations.

Skills

Recruitment and training

Assessment and supervision

Holistic practice development

Statutory compliance awareness

Partnership working

Education

SWE Registration

Practice Educator qualification

Job description

Overview

Ackerman Pierce is currently supporting a leading local authority within Southend to recruit for an Advanced Practitioner for the Fostering Support Team on a permanent basis, salary £46,142-£52,413 per annum.

Our client has a well-structured and organised team that are looking to grow their staffing levels. The role offers flexible working hours and has a supportive team culture with regular supervision on cases. Southend is embedding a systemic approach and is currently undergoing several changes focused on reducing caseloads and improving outcomes for families. This is an exciting opportunity to join a fast-paced and supportive team.

YOU MUST BE A PRACTICE EDUCATOR TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS ROLE.

Responsibilities

• Recruit, train, assess, supervise and support Foster Carers in their role of looking after children and young people, ensuring high professional standards and a good knowledge of relevant children’s and fostering legislation, regulations and practice methods.
• Provide a supportive and efficient service to children, young people, their families and fostering families; ensure that the needs of children and their parents and carers are professionally assessed.
• Investigate, evaluate and analyse information on cases, demonstrating clarity of assessment, reliability of information, evidence in conclusions and realistic action plans.
• Develop practice which takes a holistic view of the individual, locating them in their immediate and extended social circles and considering their overall development needs.
• Ensure that all casework and fostering care services comply with statutory requirements, fostering regulations/National minimum standards and the Council’s policies and procedures.
• Ensure that investigations, enquiries and assessments are completed to high professional standards within agreed timescales.
• Use ICT as required to maintain adequate case recording as directed in service procedures.
• Ensure that all case management complies with statutory requirements and the Council’s policies and procedures.
• Liaise with and work in partnership with other agencies and organisations to support care plans of children in placement and the work of foster carers.
• Undertake the recruitment, assessment, training and initial and ongoing development of foster carers to meet the diverse needs of children in Southend Borough Council.
• Participate in an effective referral and allocation system, ensuring relevant documentation is available and current for children looked after by foster carers; place children in line with fostering regulations, national minimum standards and Southend Council policies.
• Attend panels, conferences, reviews and court as required for each case, presenting the Council plans and opinions with professionalism and integrity.
• Prepare and submit written reports as required.
• Identify service enhancements and support the culture of continuous improvement.
• Recommend expenditure within strict criteria and policy.

Benefits and Working With Southend-on-Sea Council

Onsite parking is available. There is opportunity for role progression and training for both permanent and temporary staff within the authority. The role offers a competitive pay rate that exceeds most surrounding areas. OFSTED Rating 2024 – GOOD.

Minimum Requirements

• SWE Registration
• Have 3 years current fostering experience
• Be a Practice Educator
• Enhanced DBS/CRB (we can obtain for you)
• Eligibility to work in the UK
• Full driving licence and access to your own vehicle

Additional Information

Job Title: Advanced Practitioner - Fostering Support Team
Location: Southend On Sea
Salary: £46,142-£52,413 P/Annum