Part-Time Fostering Advisor: Help Families Thrive

Integrated Services Programme; Leighton Buzzard; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading fostering agency in the United Kingdom is seeking a Part Time Fostering Advisor to support foster parents. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining regular contact, providing information on available services, and coordinating training. Understanding of fostering regulations and experience in a fostering environment are essential. This role is ideal for someone passionate about supporting vulnerable children and families. A driving license and access to a vehicle are necessary.

Benefits

30 days' Annual Leave

Company Pension

Life Assurance

Employee Discount Scheme

Medical Cash

Qualifications

• Understanding of fostering regulations and standards.
• First-hand experience of fostering as a parent or family member.
• Experience in a therapeutic model of child care.

Responsibilities

• Maintain regular contact and provide support to foster parents.
• Make home visits as agreed with social worker.
• Coordinate training for foster parents.
• Transport arrangements for children.

Skills

Understanding of fostering regulations

Experience in fostering

Therapeutic model of child care

Building professional relationships

Intermediate IT skills

Planning and organizing workloads

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)

Job description

A leading fostering agency in the United Kingdom is seeking a Part Time Fostering Advisor to support foster parents. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining regular contact, providing information on available services, and coordinating training. Understanding of fostering regulations and experience in a fostering environment are essential. This role is ideal for someone passionate about supporting vulnerable children and families. A driving license and access to a vehicle are necessary.