Fostering Panel Member

2 weeks ago

Cardiff, Cardiff, United Kingdom Foster Care Associates Full time

About Us

Foster Care Associates is a leading fostering agency that forms part of the Polaris Community, one of the UK's largest communities of children's service providers.

We're committed to supporting every single child and foster parent, every single minute of the day.

Our mission is to provide positive and stable family environments for the children and young people placed with our carers and ensure that, with the support of our carers, they can thrive emotionally and academically.

Independent Panel Member's Responsibilities:

  • Review and evaluate foster parent applications and reports
  • Attend and actively participate in panel meetings
  • Provide balanced and thoughtful contributions to discussions and decisions
  • Ensure that the best interests of the child are at the forefront of all decisions.
  • To ensure that issues of concern, in relation both to individual cases and to more general matters are raised as appropriate.
  • To safeguard the confidentiality of all Panel papers and Panel discussions.

Skills and Qualifications:

  • A commitment to the values of diversity, equity, and inclusion
  • Personal or professional experience with the foster care system is highly valued
  • Strong analytical and communication skills
  • Ability to work collaboratively and respectfully within a team
  • Compassion and a deep understanding of the challenges and rewards of fostering

Why Foster with Us?

  • Make a meaningful impact on the lives of children and young people
  • Be part of a supportive and diverse team that values your unique perspective
  • Gain valuable experience in child welfare and fostering
  • Receive comprehensive training and support

What We Offer:

  • Full induction
  • Annual training
  • Annual Appraisal of Independent Panel Members
  • £ per day, inclusive of reading time

We Encourage Applications From:

  • Individuals from diverse ethnic, cultural, and socio-economic backgrounds
  • Care experienced young people who have been in the foster care system
  • People with a variety of professional and personal experiences, including those with disabilities
  • Members of the LGBTQ+ community
  • Anyone who is passionate about child welfare and inclusive fostering practices

How to Apply:

If you are ready to make a difference and bring your unique experiences to our fostering agency, we would love to hear from you

Join us in our mission to create a brighter future for children and young people in care. Together, we can make a difference.

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