Fostering Hub Recruitment Support Worker

Wiltshire Council; Trowbridge; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Wiltshire Council is recruiting two Recruitment Support Workers for the Fostering Hub in Trowbridge. One full-time and one part-time, temporary until 31 March 2027, with a hybrid working model. Interviews on 13 and 17 November 2026.

The role involves being the first contact for potential foster carers, sharing information, and carrying out initial suitability assessments in a safeguarding-focused environment. NVQ4 or equivalent is required.

Qualifications

• Candidates to be educated to at least NVQ Level 4 or equivalent experience.
• Deep understanding of policies and procedures regarding children in care.
• Prioritise safeguarding of children, young people and vulnerable adults.

Responsibilities

• First point of contact for individuals interested in becoming foster carers.
• Provide information and conduct initial assessments of suitability.

Skills

Well-organised

Adaptable under pressure

Excellent communicator

Education

NVQ Level 4 or equivalent experience

Job description

Fostering Hub Recruitment Support Worker

Temporary/Fixed term: Until 31 March 2027

Interview date: 13 & 17 November 2026

We are currently seeking to appoint two candidates to these roles: one full-time position and one part-time position. When submitting your application, please clearly state your preferred working pattern (full-time or part-time) so that we can consider your application accordingly.Are you passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of vulnerable children across the Southwest? If so, we are currently seeking to appoint two candidates to these roles: one full-time position and one part-time position. When submitting your application, please clearly state your preferred working pattern (full-time or part-time) so that we can consider your application accordingly.Fostering South West is a regional partnership of 15 authorities across the South West, and we'd love to hear from your regardless of where you live in our area.As a Recruitment Support Worker, you will be an integral part of a dedicated sub-team responsible for our 'recruitment front door' and recruitment and retention hub. Your contributions will help improve lives of children and young people in the south west by increasing the number of foster carers as well as improving retention, leading to a broader range of foster placements and greater placement stability.You will be the first point of contact for individuals interested in becoming foster carers, providing them with necessary information and conducting initial assessments of their suitability.We are looking for candidates who are educated to at least an NVQ Level 4 or equivalent experience, possess a deep understanding of relevant policies and procedures regarding children in care and prioritise the importance of safeguarding children, young people, and vulnerable adults. Essential qualities for success in this role include being well-organised, adaptable under pressure and an excellent communicator. You don't need to be an expert in all things Fostering, a detailed training and induction plan will be available upon starting. If you’re ready to be part of a team that empowers young lives, help shape a brighter future for vulnerable children in the South West! Why us? Wiltshire Council is a friendly, welcoming place to work, with a 'One Council' ethos. Find out more about Our Identity, staff networks, and employee benefits here. Our hybrid working model means office staff are on site for at least half their hours, community-based staff carry out at least half their admin time in a workplace, and customer-facing roles work entirely from their service location. We are committed to creating a workplace where positive relationships thrive and everyone feels engaged, supported and able to do their best. We do not tolerate discrimination, bullying or harassment. Everyone is expected to promote a culture of inclusion, dignity, trust and respect, guided by our vision and Our Identity. Contact detailsIan Jarman at [e-mail] ensure to regularly check your spam or junk folder for any communication from us regarding the status of your application. Application criteriaPlease download and read the role description and person specification carefully before you apply.We understand that AI tools can support you in preparing job applications. However, we value authenticity and would encourage you to ensure your submission genuinely reflects your own experiences, skills, and motivations.While we welcome applications from job seekers who require skilled worker sponsorship, we are not able to issue a defined certificate of sponsorship due to limitations in our sponsorship capacity.If you have applied for this role within the last six months, you do not need to reapply. Your application will remain on file and will be considered. We are firmly committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and to the principles of inclusion and diversity in both employment and the delivery of services.Statement of commitment to equality and inclusionDisability Confident EmployerApplication processWiltshire Council does not accept unsolicited CVs or candidate details from recruitment agencies that are not appointed under a current, valid contract or approved supplier arrangement (including through our neutral vendor, Comensura).Submission of unsolicited CVs or candidate details to the Council, whether directly or to individual employees, will not be considered as an introduction and will not create any obligation on the Council to pay any fees. If a candidate whose details have been submitted speculatively is subsequently appointed through a compliant route, no agency fee will be payable in respect of the unsolicited submission.Agencies wishing to work with the Council must do so only via our approved procurement processes and neutral vendor arrangements.

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Company: Wiltshire Council Salary: £30,023 to £32,046 a year, pro rata Hours: Full-time Location: Trowbridge, BA14 8JN Working pattern: On-site Job type: Temporary Posting date: 2 Nov 2026 Closing date: 6 Nov 2026

Summary

Salary: £30,023 - £32,046 pro rata

Hours per week: 37 and 18.5 hours

Temporary/Fixed term: Until 31 March 2027

Interview date: 13 & 17 November 2026

Essential requirements

We are currently seeking to appoint two candidates to these roles: one full-time position and one part-time position. When submitting your application, please clearly state your preferred working pattern (full-time or part-time) so that we can consider your application accordingly.Are you passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of vulnerable children across the Southwest? If so, we are currently seeking to appoint two candidates to these roles: one full-time position and one part-time position. When submitting your application, please clearly state your preferred working pattern (full-time or part-time) so that we can consider your application accordingly.Fostering South West is a regional partnership of 15 authorities across the South West, and we'd love to hear from your regardless of where you live in our area.As a Recruitment Support Worker, you will be an integral part of a dedicated sub-team responsible for our 'recruitment front door' and recruitment and retention hub. Your contributions will help improve lives of children and young people in the south west by increasing the number of foster carers as well as improving retention, leading to a broader range of foster placements and greater placement stability.You will be the first point of contact for individuals interested in becoming foster carers, providing them with necessary information and conducting initial assessments of their suitability.We are looking for candidates who are educated to at least an NVQ Level 4 or equivalent experience, possess a deep understanding of relevant policies and procedures regarding children in care and prioritise the importance of safeguarding children, young people, and vulnerable adults. Essential qualities for success in this role include being well-organised, adaptable under pressure and an excellent communicator. You don't need to be an expert in all things Fostering, a detailed training and induction plan will be available upon starting.

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