Foster Carer

North East Ambition; North Tyneside; On-site; GBP 10,010 - 25,025; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Training and development opportunities

Support throughout the fostering process

Job summary

A local fostering agency in North Tyneside is looking for passionate individuals to become Foster Carers. The ideal candidates can be new or experienced and will receive extensive support and training. Foster Carers play a vital role in providing love and care to children in need. Compensation is competitive, reflecting the commitment and dedication involved in fostering.

Qualifications

• Be either a new or experienced foster carer.
• Must have a desire to make a difference in the lives of children.
• Ability to commit to the fostering process.

Responsibilities

• Open your heart and home to a child or young person in need.
• Provide a safe and nurturing environment.
• Ensure children get the best possible care.

Job description

Now it an exciting time to join us as a Foster Carer and make a real difference to your local community. Over 120 children and young people in North Tyneside are cared for by some of the borough’s true heroes. You too could make one of the most amazing contributions to the life of our community by opening your heart and home to a child or young person in need of love and care.

The Successful Candidate

The ideal candidates will be either a new or experienced foster carer who wants to make sure that our children receive the best possible care. Training and development opportunities are consistent throughout your time with us and you will be supported throughout your time with us.

Becoming a foster carer is a big decision and it needs to feel like the right choice. We understand that you may be wondering if becoming a foster carer is right for you or if you can financially afford the commitment. To ensure you can make an informed decision, have a look at our generous and competitive support package that is available:

Foster Carer Pay (per week):

• Band 1 – Pre Accredited - £0
• Band 2 – Accredited Carer - £220.00
• Band 3 – Advanced Carer - £380.00
• Band 4 – Specialist Carer - £550

Additional Premiums – per child (per week)

• Siblings (2nd, 3rd & 4th child only) - £75.00
• Disability - £50.00
• Mother and Baby (other mother CiC) - £90.00
• Out of Hours care arrangement starting - £50.00 (one off)

Fees are paid 52 weeks per year and are payable for the first two weeks of any holiday taken without a child in care.

Fostering Allowance (per week):

• 0-4 yrs old - £175.95
• 5-10 yrs old - £193.55
• 11-15 yrs old -£220.46
• To Carer for 16+ - £257.72

The Foster Carer weekly allowance is intended to cover the average costs of looking after a child as part of the Foster Carer’s family. No specified amounts for particular items are given since expenditure will vary from one foster household to another. The fostering allowance is designed to cover the following costs:

• Food and accommodation (including a contribution towards heating and lighting costs)
• Clothing
• Pocket Money
• Transport usually associated with any child living in a family including to and from a local school and out-of-school activities
• Leisure activities
• Keeping a record of events and memories about the child
• School meals

Contact:

For an informal conversation and information on how to apply, please contact:

Fostering Service - (0191 643 2540)

or email: [e-mail]

The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 and an Enhanced DBS disclosure, including Barred List Check, will be required.

Applications based upon flexible working arrangements are welcomed and will be given full consideration.

Why North Tyneside Council?

Our People First strategy is our promise to make North Tyneside Council an exceptional place to work, where everyone can thrive and flourish. A place where people want to work, where joining our team is an exciting prospect, staying with us feels like a great decision, and building your career at North Tyneside Council is a natural progression.

As part of our People First strategy, we are committed to creating a workplace that reflects the diverse communities we serve. We believe that diversity, equity, and inclusion are fundamental to our success and the well-being of our employees and residents. Our goal is to foster an environment where everyone feels welcome, safe and valued.

Together, we’re crafting a workplace that’s built on our values and a shared commitment to making a difference. If you are passionate and committed about making a difference and want to work somewhere where you can make positive change, we will provide the right environment for you to excel.

Alongside our People First strategy, we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and adults at risk of harm. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment and to familiarise themselves with all relevant policies, procedures and guidance. Within North Tyneside, safeguarding is everybody’s business.

Require a reasonable adjustment? If you feel a reasonable adjustment will provide additional support in both the recruitment process and within the workplace, please indicate this to the hiring manager on your application. Declaring a reasonable adjustment will not subject you to any form of discrimination when determining which applicants are successful for interview and employment with us.

Our Carbon Net-Zero 2030 Action Plan

In 2019, North Tyneside Council declared a climate emergency. This declaration set a target to reduce the carbon footprint of the council’s operations, and the borough, by 50% by 2023 and to align to the Government’s net zero target of 2050.

We recognise the significant role we can play in the borough in helping to limit climate change, but we can’t do this alone; we need help from all our residents, businesses, voluntary and community sectors and of course all those who apply and work for us. Together we can make North Tyneside a sustainable place to live and work for everyone in the borough.

To learn more about Our Carbon Net-Zero 2030 Action Plan, click here.

Applying

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