Senior Foster Care Recruitment Specialist
7 days ago
Vetro Recruitment is seeking a dedicated and experienced Senior Foster Care Recruitment Specialist to join our team in Wakefield. As a key member of our fostering service, you will play a vital part in recruiting, assessing, training, and supporting foster carers.
About the RoleYou will be responsible for actively recruiting foster care applicants, assessing their suitability, and promoting the recruitment of carers who can meet the diverse needs of children. You will also develop comprehensive assessments for presentation at fostering panels, conduct pre-approval preparation and training programs for foster carers, and provide ongoing support to foster carers.
Key Responsibilities- Recruitment and Assessment:
- Actively recruit foster care applicants.
- Assess potential foster carers to determine their suitability.
- Promote the recruitment of carers who can meet the diverse needs of children.
- Training and Support:
- Develop comprehensive assessments for presentation at fostering panels.
- Conduct pre-approval preparation and training programs for foster carers.
- Provide ongoing support to foster carers, including annual reviews and out-of-hours assistance.
- Placement and Liaison:
- Match children and young people with appropriate foster carers.
- Facilitate successful placements by liaising with local authorities and other agencies.
- Prepare reports and statistical information as required by statutory and internal regulations.
To be successful in this role, you will need to have a qualified social work background, with at least 2 years of experience working with children and families. You should have strong IT skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and social networking tools. Excellent attention to detail, organizational, and analytical abilities are essential, as well as strong written and verbal communication skills.
You will also need to be able to work independently and as part of a team, have a valid driver's license, and a commitment to promoting equality and diversity. Flexibility and adaptability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment are also necessary.
BenefitsWe offer a competitive salary of up to £33,000 per year, along with a range of benefits, including casual dress, company events, company pension, cycle to work scheme, discounted or free food, employee discount, free parking, health and wellbeing programs, on-site parking, referral program, sick pay, and store discounts.
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