Fostering Support Worker

4 days ago

Chesterfield, Derbyshire, United Kingdom Five Rivers Child Care Full time £20,000 - £35,000 per year


Five Rivers Child Care is a Social Enterprise committed to transforming the lives of children and young people through reinvesting their surplus in children's futures.

We are seeking to appoint a Fostering Support Worker on a Part-Time basis to provide support to our Supervising Social Workers and Foster Carers throughout Chesterfield, Worksop, Sheffield, Derby, Nottingham, Mansfield and all places in between.

The role requires a person who can work directly with Children, Foster Carers and other Professionals to ensure quality outcomes for Children and Young people.

Responsibilities include:

• Promote the welfare of children/young people placed with Five Rivers Child Care Group.

• To be involved in the practice aspects of supporting young people in their placements and to assist in the on-going placement process.

• Work directly with children/young people in a skilled and focused way as part of an agreed programme of work, some of whom may have experienced severe trauma.

• Co-ordinate groups and joint work for all children/young people, both in the home and community.

• Planning, prioritising, and managing own workload.

• Collating accurate records and creating meaningful reports.

• Supporting each young person in accordance with their care plan, and within the policies and procedures of the agency

We're seeking a caring, passionate, and motivated individual who enjoys interacting with young people.

Candidates must be friendly, with a strong work ethic, a positive attitude, and a genuine passion for providing our young people and carers with high-quality support.

You may work with Children and Young people with a range of complex needs including Learning difficulties, Autism, and Trauma.

You must be able to work as a team member to achieve best outcomes for the children, able to communicate effectively with children and adults.

Experience of working in the fostering sector and/or children/young people would be an advantage but not necessary.

This is a Part-Time position for 22 hours a week, which could include weekends and after school hours. A full UK driving licence is required for this role as it involves extensive driving across the above areas.

Why Five Rivers?

Simply Health Medical Cash Back SchemeBlue Light CardCompany PensionOngoing Training and learning through our Learning & Development TeamCompany Pension SchemeRefer a Friend bonus schemeRefer a Foster Carer BonusLong Service recognition scheme

For more information please contact our recruitment team at [email protected] or by calling option 2

Five Rivers Child Care is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of Children and Young People.

Applicants must be willing to undergo appropriate child protection screening, including employment references and DBS check

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.

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