Fostering Family Support Specialist

5 days ago


Ellesmere Port, Cheshire, United Kingdom Cheshire West and Chester Council Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled and dedicated Fostering Family Support Worker to join our Specialist Foster Care Scheme. As a key member of our team, you will provide high-quality family support services to foster families, delivering interventions to meet the complex needs of children and young people.

Key Responsibilities
  • Provide family support services to foster families, including case management and advocacy.
  • Deliver interventions to meet the complex needs of children and young people, including trauma-informed practice and motivational interviewing.
  • Work in partnership with foster families, other agencies, and multi-agency partners to ensure the best possible outcomes for children and young people.
  • Contribute to the development and implementation of our 'Our Way of Working' approach, ensuring improved collaboration and a common approach to working with families.
  • Participate in regular reflective supervision and learning and development opportunities to enhance your skills and knowledge.
About Us

Cheshire West and Chester Council is a local authority committed to improving the quality of life of its employees. We offer a range of benefits, including flexible and remote working arrangements, competitive rewards, and a strong reflective practice framework.

What We Offer
  • Opportunities for career development and progression within the organization.
  • A comprehensive learning and development program to enhance your skills and knowledge.
  • Regular reflective supervision and support to ensure your well-being and success in the role.
  • A commitment to agile, flexible, and mobile working, allowing you to maintain a healthy work-life balance.


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