Fostering Retention Specialist

1 day ago


Middlesbrough, Middlesbrough, United Kingdom Randstad Full time
Role Overview

In this rewarding role, you will work as a dedicated Social Worker to provide ongoing support and supervision to foster carers in Middlesbrough, UK. This position involves ensuring they have the necessary tools for successful placements.

The ideal candidate will develop and implement strategies to improve foster carer retention and reduce placement breakdowns. You will work closely with fostering and children's services teams to monitor the quality of foster care placements.

You will be responsible for providing guidance and advocacy for foster carers, helping them navigate challenges and ensure the well-being of the children in their care. Additionally, you will attend and contribute to reviews, support groups, and multi-agency meetings.

Main Responsibilities
  • Ongoing Support and Supervision: Provide regular support and supervision to foster carers to ensure they are equipped to handle challenging situations.
  • Retention Strategies: Develop and implement effective strategies to improve foster carer retention and reduce placement breakdowns.
  • Quality Assurance: Work with fostering and children's services teams to monitor the quality of foster care placements.
  • Guidance and Advocacy: Offer guidance and advocacy to foster carers to help them navigate complex issues and ensure the well-being of the children in their care.


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