Fostering Recruitment Officer

Southampton City Council; Southampton; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government organization in Southampton is seeking a dedicated Fostering Recruitment Officer on a Fixed Term Basis. The role involves recruiting and supporting foster carers to ensure positive outcomes for vulnerable children. The successful candidate will implement recruitment strategies and engage with the community. Excellent communication and organizational skills are essential. This role offers a competitive salary band of £32,061 - £36,362 along with generous benefits including flexible working options and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Generous holiday allowance

Flexible working options

Health and wellbeing support

Employee volunteering scheme

Discounted gym memberships

Qualifications

• Passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and families.
• Ability to engage with prospective foster carers and support throughout the application process.
• Experience in developing and implementing recruitment campaigns.

Responsibilities

• Developing and implementing fostering recruitment campaigns.
• Building relationships with community groups.
• Managing enquiries and supporting applicants.
• Collaborating with colleagues across Children’s Services.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Organisational skills

Commitment to promoting welfare

Job description

Southampton Children’s Services were inspected by Ofsted in June this year and found all services to be Good with Outstanding Leadership and Management; an outcome we are extremely proud of! Never has there been a better time to join an organization that is good across all areas and remains committed to continuing on its journey of improvement. Ofsted said that ‘impressive strategic and operational leadership, aligned with corporate and political commitment, has provided a clear vision, ambition and energy which has garnered the confidence and commitment of key partners. There is a collective momentum to continue to improve services and outcomes for children across the city’. (Ofsted June 2023)

About The Team

Being part of the Southampton City Council team requires people who are willing to take personal responsibility for delivering excellence, to work with others to achieve the best possible outcomes, to embrace change and new opportunities, to make the most of the resources available to us and to think and act in the best interests of our children, young people and their families.

About You

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and families? We are seeking a dedicated and motivated Fostering Recruitment Officer to join our Fostering Service on a Fixed Term Basis.

This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in recruiting and supporting foster carers, helping to ensure positive outcomes for vulnerable children in our community.

The successful candidate will work closely with the Fostering Recruitment Team, Supervising Social Workers, Team Managers and Fostering Service Lead to deliver a dynamic fostering recruitment strategy. You will engage with prospective foster carers, organise recruitment events, and provide guidance throughout the application process.

Excellent communication and organisational skills are essential, as is a commitment to promoting the welfare and inclusion of children and young people. There will be elements of flexible working required.

Key Responsibilities

• Developing and implementing fostering recruitment campaigns
• Building relationships with community groups and potential foster carers
• Managing enquiries and supporting applicants at each stage
• Working collaboratively with colleagues across Children’s Services

If you are enthusiastic, compassionate, and driven to make a positive impact, we would love to hear from you. Apply today and help us shape brighter futures for children and families.

What We Can Offer You

Salary: The salary band for this role is £32,061 - £36,362. The starting salary is £32,061 with annual progression through the salary bands.

Benefits

• Excellent
• Death in service benefit of x3 salary, and optional salary sacrifice shared cost AVC (additional voluntary contribution)
• Generous holiday 25–31 days, based on role and service
• Flexible working options (role-dependent)
• Family-friendly policies - Maternity, Paternity, Adoption, Shared/Unpaid Parental Leave, Time off for Dependents
• Training and development, including coaching and mentoring
• Health and wellbeing support - Employee Assistance Programme, Menopause Pledge, Mental Health First Aiders and access to a variety of staff networks
• Veteran-friendly employer with the Armed Forces Covenant
• Retail discounts and savings through the Southampton City Council benefits platform
• Discounted memberships at local sports and fitness centres
• Sustainable travel benefits - low emission car scheme, cycle to work, season ticket loans
• Employee volunteering scheme with 2 paid days leave to volunteer

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Please note: This role is eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker visa route.

Contact Details For Informal Discussion

For further information and details regarding the role, please contact Carly Arnold, Fostering Service Lead on 023 8083 3855 or email:

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Recruitment contact details:

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