Foster Care Associate

2 weeks ago


Sheffield, Sheffield, United Kingdom Polaris Community Full time
About Polaris Community

Polaris Community is a leading organization in the children's services sector, dedicated to making a positive difference in the lives of looked-after children. Our mission is to provide high-quality fostering services that support the needs of children and foster families.

As a member of our team, you will be part of a close-knit family that is committed to excellence and innovation in our services. We are passionate about delivering exceptional care and support to our children and foster families, and we are seeking a talented individual to join our team as a Referrals Officer.

Key Responsibilities
  • Manage referrals received from Local Authorities and use key information and matching criteria to ensure that placements are carefully matched according to children's needs.
  • Work independently and use your initiative to find creative solutions to foster placement requests.
  • Be the first point of contact between Local Authorities, foster families, and Social Workers, providing excellent communication and administrative skills.
Requirements
  • Experience of working within the children's services sector or similar.
  • Ability to evidence administration skills, ability to follow regulatory policies and processes, and the ability to work well within a fast-paced team.
  • Full training will be provided to support your success in this role.
What We Offer
  • A competitive salary and benefits package.
  • The opportunity to work with a leading organization in the children's services sector.
  • A close network of support that becomes like a second family.


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