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Child Welfare Specialist

1 month ago


Wigan, Wigan, United Kingdom Adult Social Care Full time
Job Overview: As a Child Welfare Specialist at Adult Social Care, you will play a critical role in supporting the welfare of children and young people in foster care. Your responsibilities will include delivering direct support programs, facilitating training sessions, and collaborating with professionals across various sectors.

Key Accountabilities:

  1. Deliver individualized support programs to foster children and their carers, taking into account their unique needs and circumstances.
  2. Facilitate training sessions for foster carers to enhance their skills and knowledge, improving their ability to provide high-quality care.
  3. Work collaboratively with colleagues to develop and implement comprehensive support plans for children and young people.
  4. Provide guidance and support to foster carers, addressing any concerns or challenges they may face in their role.
  5. Contribute to the recruitment and assessment of potential foster carers, ensuring they possess the necessary skills and qualifications to provide high-quality care.


Requirements:

  • Qualifications: A relevant qualification such as NNEB, BTEC in Nursery Nursing, NVQ Level 3 in Childcare and Education, or equivalent qualifications in Children and Young People's Health & Social Care is required.
  • Experience: Demonstrated experience working with children, young people, and families in a team setting and collaborating with external agencies is essential.
  • Skills: Strong record-keeping, report-writing, IT skills, and the ability to assess needs and plan individualized programs are crucial.
  • Knowledge: Understanding of Fostering Regulations, National Minimum Standards, and Care Planning Regulations is necessary.


What We Offer:

  • A competitive salary of around £25,000 - £30,000 per annum, depending on experience.
  • Ongoing professional development opportunities to enhance your skills and knowledge.
  • A supportive and collaborative work environment.
  • All Compliance paid for including DBS and Social Work registration.
  • Bring your Job to us bonus of £250.
  • Refer a friend Bonus of £250.