Fostering Support Worker

National Fostering Agency Group; East London; On-site; ZAR 25 000 - 28 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading agency is seeking a motivated Support Worker to collaborate with Supervising Social Workers and Foster Carers. Your role will involve supporting children and young people in foster care, ensuring positive outcomes, and facilitating activities. You'll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including up to 39 days of annual leave and access to mental health support.

Benefits

Up to 39 days annual leave

Life Assurance

Pension scheme

Mental health support

Cycle to Work Schemes

Qualifications

• Ability to respond flexibly to challenges faced by care-experienced children.
• Good communication skills and a professional approach.

Responsibilities

• Support foster carers in their care of children.
• Organise events for foster carers and children.

Skills

Communication

IT Literacy

Job description

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RangeFostering Support Worker NFA Scotland

Regional based covering Glasgow and Ayrshire

Permanent

Salary: up to £28,000 per annum (this includes a £3,000 car allowance)

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Location :

Regional based covering Glasgow and Ayrshire

Contract Type :

Permanent

Hours :

Full Time

Salary :

up to £28,000 per annum (includes a £3,000 car allowance)

About the Role

We are seeking a motivated, enthusiastic, conscientious, and creative Support Worker to work closely with our team of Supervising Social Workers and Foster Carers to deliver the best outcomes for children and young people in foster care.

Your role will include supporting foster carers in their care of children, direct work with children and young people, organising events for foster carers and children, and other related tasks.

Who we are looking for

A key part of your role will be responding flexibly and quickly to support foster carers with the challenges faced by care-experienced children and young people.

We want someone who focuses on positive outcomes and takes responsibility for improving the lives of our young people.

You will also support children and young people participating in Duke of Edinburgh activities.

You should be able to work cooperatively with colleagues, have good communication skills, a professional approach, openness to extending your knowledge, and a genuine desire to fulfill the support worker role.

You will also need to be IT literate, have a full driving licence, and your own transport.

What's in it for you?

Your health and wellbeing are important, so you'll receive an exceptional reward package including:

• Up to 39 days annual leave (25 days base entitlement + 1 day for One Moment in Time + 8 bank holidays + option to buy up to 5 extra days)
• Life Assurance
• Pension scheme with flexible contribution options
• Access to mental health support and physical health checks through "Your Wellbeing Matters"
• Additional benefits through Vista include: a range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits, discount options in the UK and abroad, Cycle to Work Schemes, Electric Car Purchase Scheme, Critical illness cover

Every day, your role will help improve the lives of children and young adults in our care, making a positive impact. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

All employees will undertake appropriate checks. Whether in a city or rural setting, you'll be part of a dynamic family, aiming high and helping others achieve their goals.