Foster Carer Review Chair - ABS44213

Aberdeenshire Council; Scotland; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Foster Carer Review Chair to lead annual assessments in a supportive environment. This peripatetic role requires expertise in children's social work and a commitment to safeguarding children's welfare. The successful candidate will chair reviews in foster homes, ensuring compliance with fostering regulations while promoting continuous improvement in service delivery. If you have a passion for making a difference in children's lives and possess excellent communication skills, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Expertise in children's social work with relevant qualifications.
• Experience in chairing and recording meetings.

Responsibilities

• Chair annual reviews of Foster Carers, ensuring thorough assessments.
• Collaborate with foster carers to identify strengths and opportunities.

Skills

Children's Social Work

Chairing Meetings

Communication Skills

Knowledge of Safeguarding Procedures

Interpersonal Skills

GDPR Compliance

Education

Relevant Qualifications in Children's Social Work

Registration with Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC)

Job description

Job Description

The Foster Carer Review Chair is a peripatetic role requiring the postholder to chair annual reviews of Foster Carers as needed. These reviews occur within the Foster Carer's home, ensuring a thorough and supportive assessment process. The role demands expertise in children's social work, experience in chairing and recording meetings, and the ability to travel across a large geographical area.

There is a responsibility for the postholder to demonstrate a commitment to quality service delivery through continuous improvement for the benefit of the Service and the organisation.

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Requirements

The role requires a Disclosure Scotland Check and, if applicable, an Overseas Criminal Record Check for periods spent outside the UK for three months or more in the last five years. The successful candidate must provide these checks. Appointment is contingent upon satisfactory clearance of these pre-employment checks.

Minimum of two references are required, one of which must be from your current or most recent employer.

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities:

• Chair Foster Carer Annual Reviews within their homes, providing comprehensive assessments.
• Ensure compliance with fostering regulations and agency policies during reviews.
• Minute meetings accurately and maintain detailed records of reviews.
• Collaborate with foster carers to highlight strengths and identify development opportunities.
• Safeguard and promote the welfare of children, ensuring their perspectives are considered.

Qualifications and Skills

• Background in children's social work, with relevant qualifications.
• Registration with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC).
• Experience in chairing and minuting meetings; fostering experience is desirable.
• Ability to travel extensively, including outside Aberdeenshire, using own vehicle.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of safeguarding procedures and fostering regulations.
• Commitment to confidentiality and GDPR compliance.