Integrated Services Programme (ISP) Supervising Social Worker - Fostering Base Location: South London - Cheam Salary: Up to 39,500 per annum Contract: Full Time Benefits 3,000 Car Allowance 30 days' annual leave, increasing to 35 days with length of service + bank holidays Company Pension Life Assurance x2 Employee Discount Scheme Medical Cash Plan About Us Set up in 1987 by a small but passionate group of foster parents, we became the UK's first independent foster care agency. That gives us the benefit of over 30 years of fostering experience and we're still going strong! The founder members recognised that looked after children - especially those who'd had very difficult starts in life - needed specialist support. So right from the beginning they put the child at the centre of their thinking and surrounded them with an integrated range of support services. In fact, that's what ISP means: Integrated Services Programme. Over time, this circle of support has increased to include a whole range of professionals that children and foster parents can tap into, whenever they need to. This includes social workers, fostering advisors, teachers and therapists, who all work with our foster parents and the children they look after, helping them understand and manage even the most challenging situations. This is what's known as a 'therapeutic approach' to fostering and it's something that we pioneered. Requirements ISP South London is currently seeking a qualified and experienced Supervising Social Worker who is enthusiastic, committed and has an appreciation of the role of the foster parent and their skills. We ask our Supervising Social Workers to take a collaborative approach with foster parents in order to promote meaningful and relevant supervision of placements. Experience of working with foster parents as professional colleagues and working within a multi-discipline arena is essential, as is holding a full driving licence and having unrestricted access to your own car. This is a demanding position which includes both a quality assurance role to maintain high standards and a training role to prospective and current foster parents. You will be an excellent report writer and able to work to strict deadlines. Hold a Social Care England recognised qualification in Social Work or equivalent Previous experience of children and families social work A comprehensive working knowledge of all relevant legislation pertaining to children's services as well as publications Full driving licence with unrestricted access to your own car Responsibilities Direct support of foster parents within a realistic caseload which enables a high level of supervision Provide regular supervision to allocated foster parents, enabling and monitoring their practice and ensuring their compliance with regulatory standards To work in partnership with children, young people and foster parents and other professionals, local authorities and stakeholders, enabling full participation in assessment, planning, review and decision making relating to safeguarding and child protection The successful candidate will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check, the cost of which will be met by ISP. ISP is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates. ISP is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. PandoLogic. Category:Personal Care,
May 24, 2026
Full time
Integrated Services Programme (ISP) Supervising Social Worker - Fostering Base Location: South London - Cheam Salary: Up to 39,500 per annum Contract: Full Time Benefits 3,000 Car Allowance 30 days' annual leave, increasing to 35 days with length of service + bank holidays Company Pension Life Assurance x2 Employee Discount Scheme Medical Cash Plan About Us Set up in 1987 by a small but passionate group of foster parents, we became the UK's first independent foster care agency. That gives us the benefit of over 30 years of fostering experience and we're still going strong! The founder members recognised that looked after children - especially those who'd had very difficult starts in life - needed specialist support. So right from the beginning they put the child at the centre of their thinking and surrounded them with an integrated range of support services. In fact, that's what ISP means: Integrated Services Programme. Over time, this circle of support has increased to include a whole range of professionals that children and foster parents can tap into, whenever they need to. This includes social workers, fostering advisors, teachers and therapists, who all work with our foster parents and the children they look after, helping them understand and manage even the most challenging situations. This is what's known as a 'therapeutic approach' to fostering and it's something that we pioneered. Requirements ISP South London is currently seeking a qualified and experienced Supervising Social Worker who is enthusiastic, committed and has an appreciation of the role of the foster parent and their skills. We ask our Supervising Social Workers to take a collaborative approach with foster parents in order to promote meaningful and relevant supervision of placements. Experience of working with foster parents as professional colleagues and working within a multi-discipline arena is essential, as is holding a full driving licence and having unrestricted access to your own car. This is a demanding position which includes both a quality assurance role to maintain high standards and a training role to prospective and current foster parents. You will be an excellent report writer and able to work to strict deadlines. Hold a Social Care England recognised qualification in Social Work or equivalent Previous experience of children and families social work A comprehensive working knowledge of all relevant legislation pertaining to children's services as well as publications Full driving licence with unrestricted access to your own car Responsibilities Direct support of foster parents within a realistic caseload which enables a high level of supervision Provide regular supervision to allocated foster parents, enabling and monitoring their practice and ensuring their compliance with regulatory standards To work in partnership with children, young people and foster parents and other professionals, local authorities and stakeholders, enabling full participation in assessment, planning, review and decision making relating to safeguarding and child protection The successful candidate will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check, the cost of which will be met by ISP. ISP is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates. ISP is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. PandoLogic. Category:Personal Care,
Residential Childcare Support Worker Contract Type: Permanent Specific Hours: 08:00 - 20:00, 12-hour shifts Location: Soham, Cambridgeshire Salary Unqualified: Base salary of 30,277.23 with potential to earn up to 34,381.23 with sleep-ins Qualified: Base salary of 31,867.18 with potential to earn up to 35,971.18 with sleep-ins Qualified Support Worker salary is based on the proven existing completion of a Level 3 Diploma for Residential Childcare or equivalent. What We Offer Comprehensive induction and mandatory training to support your development and progression Fixed 12-hour shift rota, 08:00 - 20:00: Week 1: Mon, Tues, Sat, Sun, 48 hours Week 2: Weds, Thurs, Fri, 36 hours Guaranteed minimum average of 168 hours per month Waking night contracts available 236 hours annual leave per year, including bank holidays Annual leave increases by 12 hours per year for 3 years, up to 272 hours Pension scheme, after qualifying period Fully funded enrolment onto required qualifications About Area Camden Area Camden, part of the Polaris Community, provides high-quality, family-style residential care built on values of respect, dignity, choice and positive parenting. We support young people aged 11-18, with all care tailored to their individual needs. Support Workers play a key role in keeping young people safe and helping them develop emotionally, socially and academically. In this role, you'll build positive relationships, support young people with emotional and behavioural needs, and help them feel included in their local community. Main Responsibilities Create a safe, nurturing environment that supports each young person's development Provide emotional and social support, helping young people build positive relationships and engage in their local community Promote confidence, self-esteem and independence, encouraging positive life choices Maintain accurate records, including daily updates, safeguarding information and health & safety checks Assess individual needs and contribute to planning, reviewing and implementing care plans Work collaboratively with managers, colleagues and external professionals; supervise family contact when required Support daily living needs in line with each young person's care plan Assist with household tasks, meal planning, shopping and preparing balanced meals, involving young people where appropriate Required Attributes Have the ability to engage with young people in a positive and proactive way Be self-motivated with a positive nature Be sensitive and reflective Have the ability to listen and empathise Be able to work individually and within a team Have experience working in the care sector or residential care Hold a relevant qualification or be committed to undertake a Level 3 Diploma for Residential Childcare - we are looking for passionate and caring individuals who we will support to gain a qualification. Be willing to work some bank holidays Area Camden is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates. The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check. PandoLogic. Category:Personal Care,
May 24, 2026
Full time
Residential Childcare Support Worker Contract Type: Permanent Specific Hours: 08:00 - 20:00, 12-hour shifts Location: Soham, Cambridgeshire Salary Unqualified: Base salary of 30,277.23 with potential to earn up to 34,381.23 with sleep-ins Qualified: Base salary of 31,867.18 with potential to earn up to 35,971.18 with sleep-ins Qualified Support Worker salary is based on the proven existing completion of a Level 3 Diploma for Residential Childcare or equivalent. What We Offer Comprehensive induction and mandatory training to support your development and progression Fixed 12-hour shift rota, 08:00 - 20:00: Week 1: Mon, Tues, Sat, Sun, 48 hours Week 2: Weds, Thurs, Fri, 36 hours Guaranteed minimum average of 168 hours per month Waking night contracts available 236 hours annual leave per year, including bank holidays Annual leave increases by 12 hours per year for 3 years, up to 272 hours Pension scheme, after qualifying period Fully funded enrolment onto required qualifications About Area Camden Area Camden, part of the Polaris Community, provides high-quality, family-style residential care built on values of respect, dignity, choice and positive parenting. We support young people aged 11-18, with all care tailored to their individual needs. Support Workers play a key role in keeping young people safe and helping them develop emotionally, socially and academically. In this role, you'll build positive relationships, support young people with emotional and behavioural needs, and help them feel included in their local community. Main Responsibilities Create a safe, nurturing environment that supports each young person's development Provide emotional and social support, helping young people build positive relationships and engage in their local community Promote confidence, self-esteem and independence, encouraging positive life choices Maintain accurate records, including daily updates, safeguarding information and health & safety checks Assess individual needs and contribute to planning, reviewing and implementing care plans Work collaboratively with managers, colleagues and external professionals; supervise family contact when required Support daily living needs in line with each young person's care plan Assist with household tasks, meal planning, shopping and preparing balanced meals, involving young people where appropriate Required Attributes Have the ability to engage with young people in a positive and proactive way Be self-motivated with a positive nature Be sensitive and reflective Have the ability to listen and empathise Be able to work individually and within a team Have experience working in the care sector or residential care Hold a relevant qualification or be committed to undertake a Level 3 Diploma for Residential Childcare - we are looking for passionate and caring individuals who we will support to gain a qualification. Be willing to work some bank holidays Area Camden is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates. The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check. PandoLogic. Category:Personal Care,
Experienced Supply Primary School Teacher Location: Worthing & Surrounding Areas Contract: Full-Time Short Term Supply Salary: £120 £130 per day (Depending on experience and qualifications) About You Are you an experienced Primary School Teacher looking for the flexibility and variety that supply teaching can offer? If you re passionate about education but want to step away from the pressures of planning, marking, and additional responsibilities, this could be the perfect opportunity for you. Supply teaching allows you to focus on delivering engaging lessons and supporting pupils, while enjoying a healthier work-life balance. We have immediate supply opportunities available in primary schools across the Worthing area, where experienced teachers can continue making a positive impact in the classroom without the long-term commitments of a permanent role. What We re Looking For Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) with experience teaching in Primary Schools Someone willing to complete strict safeguarding and compliance checks A genuine passion for supporting pupils and creating a positive classroom environment Strong classroom management skills and the ability to quickly adapt to different school settings Commitment to maintaining high standards of teaching and behaviour What You Get The flexibility and variety of supply teaching No long-term planning requirements or excessive paperwork Opportunities to work in a range of welcoming primary schools Weekly pay via PAYE No Agency Fees Keep what you earn A supportive and dedicated Recruitment Consultant Access to CPD and further professional development through Supply Desk Earn up to £150 through our referral scheme If you re an experienced Primary Teacher looking to enjoy the benefits of supply teaching while continuing to inspire young learners, we d love to hear from you. Safeguarding: Supply Desk is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS, including a children s barred list check and, where applicable, a vulnerable adults barred list check, is required for all successful candidates. To be considered for the role and the rates advertised, you must meet the minimum experience, training or qualifications stated and have the legal right to work in the UK. To be considered for a higher rate, in addition to meeting the minimum criteria, you must be able to demonstrate additional experience, training, and if applicable, qualifications. This role complies with AWR (2010) regulations protecting agency workers rights. Please note that this job expires after 90 days-you can, however, still apply to be considered for similar roles.
May 24, 2026
Seasonal
Experienced Supply Primary School Teacher Location: Worthing & Surrounding Areas Contract: Full-Time Short Term Supply Salary: £120 £130 per day (Depending on experience and qualifications) About You Are you an experienced Primary School Teacher looking for the flexibility and variety that supply teaching can offer? If you re passionate about education but want to step away from the pressures of planning, marking, and additional responsibilities, this could be the perfect opportunity for you. Supply teaching allows you to focus on delivering engaging lessons and supporting pupils, while enjoying a healthier work-life balance. We have immediate supply opportunities available in primary schools across the Worthing area, where experienced teachers can continue making a positive impact in the classroom without the long-term commitments of a permanent role. What We re Looking For Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) with experience teaching in Primary Schools Someone willing to complete strict safeguarding and compliance checks A genuine passion for supporting pupils and creating a positive classroom environment Strong classroom management skills and the ability to quickly adapt to different school settings Commitment to maintaining high standards of teaching and behaviour What You Get The flexibility and variety of supply teaching No long-term planning requirements or excessive paperwork Opportunities to work in a range of welcoming primary schools Weekly pay via PAYE No Agency Fees Keep what you earn A supportive and dedicated Recruitment Consultant Access to CPD and further professional development through Supply Desk Earn up to £150 through our referral scheme If you re an experienced Primary Teacher looking to enjoy the benefits of supply teaching while continuing to inspire young learners, we d love to hear from you. Safeguarding: Supply Desk is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS, including a children s barred list check and, where applicable, a vulnerable adults barred list check, is required for all successful candidates. To be considered for the role and the rates advertised, you must meet the minimum experience, training or qualifications stated and have the legal right to work in the UK. To be considered for a higher rate, in addition to meeting the minimum criteria, you must be able to demonstrate additional experience, training, and if applicable, qualifications. This role complies with AWR (2010) regulations protecting agency workers rights. Please note that this job expires after 90 days-you can, however, still apply to be considered for similar roles.
Foster Care Associates (The FCA) Senior/Supervising Social Worker Salary: Up to 40,081.10 per annum - dependent upon experience Benefits: Company car or 2,000 car allowance 30 days' annual leave, rising to 35 days with length of service plus Bank Holidays Life assurance Company pension On-site free parking Employee discount scheme Medical cash plan Office Location: Hybrid - supporting our Foster Parents across Birmingham, Dudley, Walsall, Wolverhampton and surrounding areas, with an expectation to travel to the regional head office in Bromsgrove on occasions. Ofsted Rating: Outstanding - February 2024 This is an exciting chance to join FCA Midlands and make a real impact. We're looking for a highly motivated and enthusiastic Senior/Supervising Social Worker to join our inspiring, friendly team and help drive the growth and development of our fostering services across the Midlands. With a Bromsgrove-based office and a flexible hybrid working model, you'll enjoy the freedom to balance office collaboration with working from home. About Us Set up by a former foster parent and former social worker in 1994, Foster Care Associates (FCA) is an established fostering agency which forms part of the Polaris Community - one of the UK's largest leading communities of children's service providers. The business was born out of an enthusiasm for delivering fostering services to make a positive difference to the lives of looked after children. Our first office was in the Worcestershire countryside, and that's still where our Head Office is today. We've come a long way since those early days and, over the years, FCA has built a strong reputation for excellence and now offers a wide range of services to children and families. But our purpose remains the same; 'to make a positive and lasting difference for children, families and communities', and it's underpinned by a series of values designed to help us assist children and young people to reach their full potential. Today, we're one of the country's largest and most experienced independent fostering agencies. But just because we're large doesn't mean we're impersonal. At FCA we're one big family, and we're committed to supporting every single child and foster parent, every single minute of the day. Duties Will Include Support foster parents and their families to achieve outstanding outcomes for all children and young people in foster care. Support and monitor the continued suitability and competence of foster parents ensuring they provide a safe, healthy, nurturing and learning environment for children/young people. Ensure that carers fully understand the fostering task, competencies to be achieved and the standards expected, including complaints and representation procedures as detailed in the FCA policies and procedures. Provide and record regular supervision to allocated foster parents in line with FCA's Operational Standards. Work in partnership in a team parenting approach to help identify any needs within the foster family e.g. respite, activities, therapy, holidays, with all members of the child's network, including contributing to all relevant meetings and any other tasks defined. Ensure each child and foster parent is fully compliant in respect of all key documentation. Attend meetings and/or provide reports for Commissioning Teams to address individual packages of care. Promote participation of children/young people in the development of the agency and in accessing resources and opportunities in their local community. Participate in an out-of-hours support service on a rota basis. Undertake occasional initial home visits and Form F Assessments. You Must Have A Social Work qualification. Professional registration with Social Work England or equivalent. Proven ability to produce a high standard of report writing. A comprehensive working knowledge of relevant legislation and child safeguarding procedures. The willingness and ability to travel extensively (including occasional nights away). Confidence with transporting children and young people in sometimes stressful/difficult situations. A full driving licence. Interested in joining us? For an inspiring and friendly conversation about this exciting role, get in touch with Rachel Lowe, Fostering Service Manager, on (phone number removed). Ready to make a difference? Apply today, and we'll be in touch with you shortly! No agencies, please. Foster Care Associates is an equal opportunities employer and has been awarded the disability confident employer by Jobcentre Plus. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check. PandoLogic. Category:Social Services,
May 24, 2026
Full time
Foster Care Associates (The FCA) Senior/Supervising Social Worker Salary: Up to 40,081.10 per annum - dependent upon experience Benefits: Company car or 2,000 car allowance 30 days' annual leave, rising to 35 days with length of service plus Bank Holidays Life assurance Company pension On-site free parking Employee discount scheme Medical cash plan Office Location: Hybrid - supporting our Foster Parents across Birmingham, Dudley, Walsall, Wolverhampton and surrounding areas, with an expectation to travel to the regional head office in Bromsgrove on occasions. Ofsted Rating: Outstanding - February 2024 This is an exciting chance to join FCA Midlands and make a real impact. We're looking for a highly motivated and enthusiastic Senior/Supervising Social Worker to join our inspiring, friendly team and help drive the growth and development of our fostering services across the Midlands. With a Bromsgrove-based office and a flexible hybrid working model, you'll enjoy the freedom to balance office collaboration with working from home. About Us Set up by a former foster parent and former social worker in 1994, Foster Care Associates (FCA) is an established fostering agency which forms part of the Polaris Community - one of the UK's largest leading communities of children's service providers. The business was born out of an enthusiasm for delivering fostering services to make a positive difference to the lives of looked after children. Our first office was in the Worcestershire countryside, and that's still where our Head Office is today. We've come a long way since those early days and, over the years, FCA has built a strong reputation for excellence and now offers a wide range of services to children and families. But our purpose remains the same; 'to make a positive and lasting difference for children, families and communities', and it's underpinned by a series of values designed to help us assist children and young people to reach their full potential. Today, we're one of the country's largest and most experienced independent fostering agencies. But just because we're large doesn't mean we're impersonal. At FCA we're one big family, and we're committed to supporting every single child and foster parent, every single minute of the day. Duties Will Include Support foster parents and their families to achieve outstanding outcomes for all children and young people in foster care. Support and monitor the continued suitability and competence of foster parents ensuring they provide a safe, healthy, nurturing and learning environment for children/young people. Ensure that carers fully understand the fostering task, competencies to be achieved and the standards expected, including complaints and representation procedures as detailed in the FCA policies and procedures. Provide and record regular supervision to allocated foster parents in line with FCA's Operational Standards. Work in partnership in a team parenting approach to help identify any needs within the foster family e.g. respite, activities, therapy, holidays, with all members of the child's network, including contributing to all relevant meetings and any other tasks defined. Ensure each child and foster parent is fully compliant in respect of all key documentation. Attend meetings and/or provide reports for Commissioning Teams to address individual packages of care. Promote participation of children/young people in the development of the agency and in accessing resources and opportunities in their local community. Participate in an out-of-hours support service on a rota basis. Undertake occasional initial home visits and Form F Assessments. You Must Have A Social Work qualification. Professional registration with Social Work England or equivalent. Proven ability to produce a high standard of report writing. A comprehensive working knowledge of relevant legislation and child safeguarding procedures. The willingness and ability to travel extensively (including occasional nights away). Confidence with transporting children and young people in sometimes stressful/difficult situations. A full driving licence. Interested in joining us? For an inspiring and friendly conversation about this exciting role, get in touch with Rachel Lowe, Fostering Service Manager, on (phone number removed). Ready to make a difference? Apply today, and we'll be in touch with you shortly! No agencies, please. Foster Care Associates is an equal opportunities employer and has been awarded the disability confident employer by Jobcentre Plus. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check. PandoLogic. Category:Social Services,
Foster Care Associates (The FCA) Referrals Officer - Fostering - Full Time Permanent Location: Office-Based - Bridgend Salary: 23,535.26 per annum Covering Area: Cymru South Benefits Starting at 30 days' annual leave, increasing to 35 days with length of service + bank holidays Company Pension Life Assurance x2 Employee Discount Scheme Medical Cash Plan Free Parking This is an amazing opportunity to join Foster Care Associates. We are seeking a highly motivated and enthusiastic Full Time Referrals Officer to join our inspirational and friendly team to develop and promote the fostering services in Cymru South. Our office is based in Bridgend and we support the hybrid model of working with lots of flexibility to work from home. Benefits of Joining Our Team We are committed to the wellbeing of our staff. The aim of our Staff Wellbeing Strategy is to increase all our employees' well-being, self-esteem, and sense of belonging to a team and create new environments for them to spend productive time together. This includes, walk and talks at the beach or in parks, weekly wellbeing hour, park runs, mindfulness sessions, sea dipping, yoga sessions, raft racing and charity events to name a few. Our office environment is friendly and inviting with tea, coffee, breakfast and lunch items always available for our staff to contribute towards their wellbeing. All this combined with an exceptionally generous annual leave scheme set out above ensures that there are sufficient opportunities for that essential down time. As part of the FCA Cymru team we welcome all members of our staffs' families to be involved in all our activities that we provide to our fostering families and so you can attend many of these days out with your own children and partners as an additional gesture from the company. These have in the past included Alton Towers, West Midlands Safari Park, horse riding, skating trips and lots more to choose from. Within FCA we also take the opportunity for team-building days away when all staff have the opportunity to come together from across Cymru and strengthen our staff collaborations and everything we have achieved. Staff appreciation day is also celebrated yearly across FCA. Robust induction, supportive management team, monthly reflective supervision with line manager and regular learning and reflective opportunities with a highly welcoming and close-knit team will ensure that you feel fully supported at all times. Additional Benefits Refer a friend scheme with a monetary incentive Opportunity to undertake additional recruitment events for additional payments An exceptional platform available for online and face to training opportunities Inclusion to a comprehensive rewards package including access to discounts to hundreds of major retailers Opportunity to join, at a highly reduced rate, our foster talk scheme with all the legal and financial advice this provides as well as additional discounts to various schemes and retailers Competitive mileage allowance About Us Set up by a former foster parent and former social worker in 1994, Foster Care Associates (FCA) is an established fostering agency which forms part of the Polaris Community - one of the UK's largest leading communities of children's service providers. The business was born out of an enthusiasm for delivering fostering services to make a positive difference to the lives of looked after children. Our first office was in the Worcestershire countryside, and that is still where our head office is today. We have come a long way since those early days. Over the years, FCA has built a strong reputation for excellence, and now offers a wide range of services to children and families. But our purpose remains the same; 'to make a positive and lasting difference for children, families and communities', and it is underpinned by a series of values designed to help us assist children and young people to reach their full potential. FCA Cymru is a well-established agency, rated as excellent in our most recent CIW inspection, with a highly motivated and experienced staff team dedicated to supporting each child and foster parent in our care. Our staff are well supported with a range of benefits including a generous holiday allowance and we pride ourselves on being a community where people feel involved and have the opportunity to make a difference to children and families' lives. What We Are Looking For As a Referrals Officer, you will manage referrals received from local authorities and use key information and matching criteria to ensure that placements are carefully matched according to children's needs. You will be required to use your initiative and be able to work independently when required to find creative solutions to foster placement requests. The Referrals Officer role is the first point of contact between local authorities, foster families and social workers. You will need to possess good communication skills and be able to develop positive relationships with colleagues within and outside of the agency, both via written and face-to-face communication. Previous experience of working in a children's services sector may be an advantage though not essential. Excellent organisational and administrative skills are key, together with a passion and motivation to make a difference to the lives of children and their families. We provide an excellent induction into the role and full training and support will be provided. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is friendly, has a big personality, good communication and administrative skills and is seeking a role within a team to make a difference to the lives of children and families. We pride ourselves on the supportive team ethos we have within Cymru as a whole and you would be dealing with families across the whole of the country with the opportunity to visit our office in Abergele to meet with colleagues on occasion should you wish. Contact For more information about this post please contact Fiona Hatton, Referrals Manager, on (phone number removed) / (phone number removed) or at . We would really welcome the opportunity to discuss further with you the role and potential of welcoming you to a fantastic team providing great outcomes for children and young people. To be considered, please apply and we will be in touch. No agencies please. Foster Care Associates is an equal opportunities employer and has been awarded the Disability Confident Employer by the Jobcentre Plus. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check if successful for the position. PandoLogic. Category:Social Services,
May 24, 2026
Full time
Foster Care Associates (The FCA) Referrals Officer - Fostering - Full Time Permanent Location: Office-Based - Bridgend Salary: 23,535.26 per annum Covering Area: Cymru South Benefits Starting at 30 days' annual leave, increasing to 35 days with length of service + bank holidays Company Pension Life Assurance x2 Employee Discount Scheme Medical Cash Plan Free Parking This is an amazing opportunity to join Foster Care Associates. We are seeking a highly motivated and enthusiastic Full Time Referrals Officer to join our inspirational and friendly team to develop and promote the fostering services in Cymru South. Our office is based in Bridgend and we support the hybrid model of working with lots of flexibility to work from home. Benefits of Joining Our Team We are committed to the wellbeing of our staff. The aim of our Staff Wellbeing Strategy is to increase all our employees' well-being, self-esteem, and sense of belonging to a team and create new environments for them to spend productive time together. This includes, walk and talks at the beach or in parks, weekly wellbeing hour, park runs, mindfulness sessions, sea dipping, yoga sessions, raft racing and charity events to name a few. Our office environment is friendly and inviting with tea, coffee, breakfast and lunch items always available for our staff to contribute towards their wellbeing. All this combined with an exceptionally generous annual leave scheme set out above ensures that there are sufficient opportunities for that essential down time. As part of the FCA Cymru team we welcome all members of our staffs' families to be involved in all our activities that we provide to our fostering families and so you can attend many of these days out with your own children and partners as an additional gesture from the company. These have in the past included Alton Towers, West Midlands Safari Park, horse riding, skating trips and lots more to choose from. Within FCA we also take the opportunity for team-building days away when all staff have the opportunity to come together from across Cymru and strengthen our staff collaborations and everything we have achieved. Staff appreciation day is also celebrated yearly across FCA. Robust induction, supportive management team, monthly reflective supervision with line manager and regular learning and reflective opportunities with a highly welcoming and close-knit team will ensure that you feel fully supported at all times. Additional Benefits Refer a friend scheme with a monetary incentive Opportunity to undertake additional recruitment events for additional payments An exceptional platform available for online and face to training opportunities Inclusion to a comprehensive rewards package including access to discounts to hundreds of major retailers Opportunity to join, at a highly reduced rate, our foster talk scheme with all the legal and financial advice this provides as well as additional discounts to various schemes and retailers Competitive mileage allowance About Us Set up by a former foster parent and former social worker in 1994, Foster Care Associates (FCA) is an established fostering agency which forms part of the Polaris Community - one of the UK's largest leading communities of children's service providers. The business was born out of an enthusiasm for delivering fostering services to make a positive difference to the lives of looked after children. Our first office was in the Worcestershire countryside, and that is still where our head office is today. We have come a long way since those early days. Over the years, FCA has built a strong reputation for excellence, and now offers a wide range of services to children and families. But our purpose remains the same; 'to make a positive and lasting difference for children, families and communities', and it is underpinned by a series of values designed to help us assist children and young people to reach their full potential. FCA Cymru is a well-established agency, rated as excellent in our most recent CIW inspection, with a highly motivated and experienced staff team dedicated to supporting each child and foster parent in our care. Our staff are well supported with a range of benefits including a generous holiday allowance and we pride ourselves on being a community where people feel involved and have the opportunity to make a difference to children and families' lives. What We Are Looking For As a Referrals Officer, you will manage referrals received from local authorities and use key information and matching criteria to ensure that placements are carefully matched according to children's needs. You will be required to use your initiative and be able to work independently when required to find creative solutions to foster placement requests. The Referrals Officer role is the first point of contact between local authorities, foster families and social workers. You will need to possess good communication skills and be able to develop positive relationships with colleagues within and outside of the agency, both via written and face-to-face communication. Previous experience of working in a children's services sector may be an advantage though not essential. Excellent organisational and administrative skills are key, together with a passion and motivation to make a difference to the lives of children and their families. We provide an excellent induction into the role and full training and support will be provided. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is friendly, has a big personality, good communication and administrative skills and is seeking a role within a team to make a difference to the lives of children and families. We pride ourselves on the supportive team ethos we have within Cymru as a whole and you would be dealing with families across the whole of the country with the opportunity to visit our office in Abergele to meet with colleagues on occasion should you wish. Contact For more information about this post please contact Fiona Hatton, Referrals Manager, on (phone number removed) / (phone number removed) or at . We would really welcome the opportunity to discuss further with you the role and potential of welcoming you to a fantastic team providing great outcomes for children and young people. To be considered, please apply and we will be in touch. No agencies please. Foster Care Associates is an equal opportunities employer and has been awarded the Disability Confident Employer by the Jobcentre Plus. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check if successful for the position. PandoLogic. Category:Social Services,
Waking Night Residential Childcare Support Worker Company : Apple Orchard Salary: 28,619.14 per annum with potential to earn extra with overtime hours. Location: Guildford, Surrey Contract: Full Time, permanent Specific Hours : Approx 40 hours per week. 10pm - 9am working five days on and five off. Apple Orchard provides safe, nurturing environments where young people can build positive relationships, overcome past challenges and achieve their full potential. We're looking for friendly, outgoing Waking Night Residential Childcare Support Workers to join our supportive team. A Level 3 qualification in Residential Childcare (or similar) is ideal, but not essential - we welcome applications from those willing to work towards it. Benefits: Company pension Access to our Exchange Employee Discount Scheme Access to wellbeing programmes via our Exchange Provision Promotion opportunities Responsibilities: Work approx. 55 hours per week on a rota of 5 nights on, 5 nights off, with occasional extra cover if needed. Promote the welfare and safety of young people in line with the Children Act 1989. Attend weekly staff meetings/supervision when not on shift the night before. Take part in required training and attend the annual summer holiday when needed. Arrive on time, complete handovers, and stay informed about each young person's needs and events of the day. Build an understanding of each young person to help assess and meet their ongoing emotional and practical needs. Support consistent bedtime routines and encourage good hygiene habits. Monitor young people throughout the night, recording all disturbances, movements and key events clearly. Complete nightly paperwork, including the Daily Register, fridge/freezer checks, fire alarm tests and task sheets. Prepare the breakfast table, promote healthy eating, and tidy away afterwards. Carry out any additional duties requested by the line manager. Maintain safety and security at all times - this is the highest priority. Apple Orchard is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates. The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be subject to a DBS check at enhanced level if successful for the position. PandoLogic. Category:Personal Care,
May 24, 2026
Full time
Waking Night Residential Childcare Support Worker Company : Apple Orchard Salary: 28,619.14 per annum with potential to earn extra with overtime hours. Location: Guildford, Surrey Contract: Full Time, permanent Specific Hours : Approx 40 hours per week. 10pm - 9am working five days on and five off. Apple Orchard provides safe, nurturing environments where young people can build positive relationships, overcome past challenges and achieve their full potential. We're looking for friendly, outgoing Waking Night Residential Childcare Support Workers to join our supportive team. A Level 3 qualification in Residential Childcare (or similar) is ideal, but not essential - we welcome applications from those willing to work towards it. Benefits: Company pension Access to our Exchange Employee Discount Scheme Access to wellbeing programmes via our Exchange Provision Promotion opportunities Responsibilities: Work approx. 55 hours per week on a rota of 5 nights on, 5 nights off, with occasional extra cover if needed. Promote the welfare and safety of young people in line with the Children Act 1989. Attend weekly staff meetings/supervision when not on shift the night before. Take part in required training and attend the annual summer holiday when needed. Arrive on time, complete handovers, and stay informed about each young person's needs and events of the day. Build an understanding of each young person to help assess and meet their ongoing emotional and practical needs. Support consistent bedtime routines and encourage good hygiene habits. Monitor young people throughout the night, recording all disturbances, movements and key events clearly. Complete nightly paperwork, including the Daily Register, fridge/freezer checks, fire alarm tests and task sheets. Prepare the breakfast table, promote healthy eating, and tidy away afterwards. Carry out any additional duties requested by the line manager. Maintain safety and security at all times - this is the highest priority. Apple Orchard is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates. The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be subject to a DBS check at enhanced level if successful for the position. PandoLogic. Category:Personal Care,
Foster Care Associates (The FCA) Referrals Officer - Fostering Location: Office-based - Sheffield Salary: 23,535.26 per annum Contract: Full time, permanent Benefits: 30 days' annual leave (increasing to 35 days with length of service) plus Bank Holidays Company pension Life assurance x2 Employee discount scheme Medical cash plan Free parking About Us Set up by a former foster parent and former social worker in 1994, Foster Care Associates (FCA) is an established fostering agency which forms part of the Polaris Community - one of the UK's largest leading communities of children's service providers. The business was born out of an enthusiasm for delivering fostering services to make a positive difference to the lives of looked after children. Our first office was in the Worcestershire countryside, and that is still where our Head Office is today. We have come a long way since those early days. Over the years, FCA has built a strong reputation for excellence, and now offers a wide range of services to children and families. But our purpose remains the same; 'to make a positive and lasting difference for children, families and communities', and it is underpinned by a series of values designed to help us assist children and young people to reach their full potential. FCA (Yorks and Lincs) is a well-established agency, rated as Outstanding with Ofsted, with a highly motivated and experienced staff team dedicated to supporting each child and foster parent in our care. Our staff are well supported with a range of benefits including a generous holiday allowance and we pride ourselves on being a community where people feel involved and have the opportunity to make a difference to children and families' lives. What We Are Looking For As a Referrals Officer, you will manage referrals received from local authorities and use key information and matching criteria to ensure that placements are carefully matched according to children's needs. You will be required to use your initiative and be able to work independently when required to find creative solutions to foster placement requests. The Referrals Officer role is the first point of contact between local authorities, foster families and social workers. You will need to possess good communication skills and be able to develop positive relationships with colleagues within and outside of the agency, both via written and face-to-face communication. Previous experience of working in a children's services sector may be an advantage though not essential. Excellent organisational and administrative skills are key, together with a passion and motivation to make a difference to the lives of children and their families. We provide an excellent induction into the role. Full training will be provided. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who has good communication and administrative skills and is seeking a role within a team to make a difference to the lives of children and families. For more information about this post please contact Carrie Robinson, Referrals Manager on (phone number removed). To be considered, please apply and we will be in touch. No agencies, please. Foster Care Associates is an equal opportunities employer and has been awarded the disability confident employer by Jobcentre Plus. The successful applicant will be subject to a DBS check at enhanced level if successful for the position. PandoLogic. Category:Social Services,
May 24, 2026
Full time
Foster Care Associates (The FCA) Referrals Officer - Fostering Location: Office-based - Sheffield Salary: 23,535.26 per annum Contract: Full time, permanent Benefits: 30 days' annual leave (increasing to 35 days with length of service) plus Bank Holidays Company pension Life assurance x2 Employee discount scheme Medical cash plan Free parking About Us Set up by a former foster parent and former social worker in 1994, Foster Care Associates (FCA) is an established fostering agency which forms part of the Polaris Community - one of the UK's largest leading communities of children's service providers. The business was born out of an enthusiasm for delivering fostering services to make a positive difference to the lives of looked after children. Our first office was in the Worcestershire countryside, and that is still where our Head Office is today. We have come a long way since those early days. Over the years, FCA has built a strong reputation for excellence, and now offers a wide range of services to children and families. But our purpose remains the same; 'to make a positive and lasting difference for children, families and communities', and it is underpinned by a series of values designed to help us assist children and young people to reach their full potential. FCA (Yorks and Lincs) is a well-established agency, rated as Outstanding with Ofsted, with a highly motivated and experienced staff team dedicated to supporting each child and foster parent in our care. Our staff are well supported with a range of benefits including a generous holiday allowance and we pride ourselves on being a community where people feel involved and have the opportunity to make a difference to children and families' lives. What We Are Looking For As a Referrals Officer, you will manage referrals received from local authorities and use key information and matching criteria to ensure that placements are carefully matched according to children's needs. You will be required to use your initiative and be able to work independently when required to find creative solutions to foster placement requests. The Referrals Officer role is the first point of contact between local authorities, foster families and social workers. You will need to possess good communication skills and be able to develop positive relationships with colleagues within and outside of the agency, both via written and face-to-face communication. Previous experience of working in a children's services sector may be an advantage though not essential. Excellent organisational and administrative skills are key, together with a passion and motivation to make a difference to the lives of children and their families. We provide an excellent induction into the role. Full training will be provided. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who has good communication and administrative skills and is seeking a role within a team to make a difference to the lives of children and families. For more information about this post please contact Carrie Robinson, Referrals Manager on (phone number removed). To be considered, please apply and we will be in touch. No agencies, please. Foster Care Associates is an equal opportunities employer and has been awarded the disability confident employer by Jobcentre Plus. The successful applicant will be subject to a DBS check at enhanced level if successful for the position. PandoLogic. Category:Social Services,
Foster Care Associates (The FCA) Referrals Officer - Fostering Location: Office-based - Sheffield Salary: 23,535.26 per annum Contract: Full time, permanent Benefits: 30 days' annual leave (increasing to 35 days with length of service) plus Bank Holidays Company pension Life assurance x2 Employee discount scheme Medical cash plan Free parking About Us Set up by a former foster parent and former social worker in 1994, Foster Care Associates (FCA) is an established fostering agency which forms part of the Polaris Community - one of the UK's largest leading communities of children's service providers. The business was born out of an enthusiasm for delivering fostering services to make a positive difference to the lives of looked after children. Our first office was in the Worcestershire countryside, and that is still where our Head Office is today. We have come a long way since those early days. Over the years, FCA has built a strong reputation for excellence, and now offers a wide range of services to children and families. But our purpose remains the same; 'to make a positive and lasting difference for children, families and communities', and it is underpinned by a series of values designed to help us assist children and young people to reach their full potential. FCA (Yorks and Lincs) is a well-established agency, rated as Outstanding with Ofsted, with a highly motivated and experienced staff team dedicated to supporting each child and foster parent in our care. Our staff are well supported with a range of benefits including a generous holiday allowance and we pride ourselves on being a community where people feel involved and have the opportunity to make a difference to children and families' lives. What We Are Looking For As a Referrals Officer, you will manage referrals received from local authorities and use key information and matching criteria to ensure that placements are carefully matched according to children's needs. You will be required to use your initiative and be able to work independently when required to find creative solutions to foster placement requests. The Referrals Officer role is the first point of contact between local authorities, foster families and social workers. You will need to possess good communication skills and be able to develop positive relationships with colleagues within and outside of the agency, both via written and face-to-face communication. Previous experience of working in a children's services sector may be an advantage though not essential. Excellent organisational and administrative skills are key, together with a passion and motivation to make a difference to the lives of children and their families. We provide an excellent induction into the role. Full training will be provided. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who has good communication and administrative skills and is seeking a role within a team to make a difference to the lives of children and families. For more information about this post please contact Carrie Robinson, Referrals Manager on (phone number removed). To be considered, please apply and we will be in touch. No agencies, please. Foster Care Associates is an equal opportunities employer and has been awarded the disability confident employer by Jobcentre Plus. The successful applicant will be subject to a DBS check at enhanced level if successful for the position. PandoLogic. Category:Social Services,
May 24, 2026
Full time
Foster Care Associates (The FCA) Referrals Officer - Fostering Location: Office-based - Sheffield Salary: 23,535.26 per annum Contract: Full time, permanent Benefits: 30 days' annual leave (increasing to 35 days with length of service) plus Bank Holidays Company pension Life assurance x2 Employee discount scheme Medical cash plan Free parking About Us Set up by a former foster parent and former social worker in 1994, Foster Care Associates (FCA) is an established fostering agency which forms part of the Polaris Community - one of the UK's largest leading communities of children's service providers. The business was born out of an enthusiasm for delivering fostering services to make a positive difference to the lives of looked after children. Our first office was in the Worcestershire countryside, and that is still where our Head Office is today. We have come a long way since those early days. Over the years, FCA has built a strong reputation for excellence, and now offers a wide range of services to children and families. But our purpose remains the same; 'to make a positive and lasting difference for children, families and communities', and it is underpinned by a series of values designed to help us assist children and young people to reach their full potential. FCA (Yorks and Lincs) is a well-established agency, rated as Outstanding with Ofsted, with a highly motivated and experienced staff team dedicated to supporting each child and foster parent in our care. Our staff are well supported with a range of benefits including a generous holiday allowance and we pride ourselves on being a community where people feel involved and have the opportunity to make a difference to children and families' lives. What We Are Looking For As a Referrals Officer, you will manage referrals received from local authorities and use key information and matching criteria to ensure that placements are carefully matched according to children's needs. You will be required to use your initiative and be able to work independently when required to find creative solutions to foster placement requests. The Referrals Officer role is the first point of contact between local authorities, foster families and social workers. You will need to possess good communication skills and be able to develop positive relationships with colleagues within and outside of the agency, both via written and face-to-face communication. Previous experience of working in a children's services sector may be an advantage though not essential. Excellent organisational and administrative skills are key, together with a passion and motivation to make a difference to the lives of children and their families. We provide an excellent induction into the role. Full training will be provided. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who has good communication and administrative skills and is seeking a role within a team to make a difference to the lives of children and families. For more information about this post please contact Carrie Robinson, Referrals Manager on (phone number removed). To be considered, please apply and we will be in touch. No agencies, please. Foster Care Associates is an equal opportunities employer and has been awarded the disability confident employer by Jobcentre Plus. The successful applicant will be subject to a DBS check at enhanced level if successful for the position. PandoLogic. Category:Social Services,
Waking Night Residential Childcare Support Worker Company : Apple Orchard Salary: 28,619.14 per annum with potential to earn extra with overtime hours. Location: Guildford, Surrey Contract: Full Time, permanent Specific Hours : Approx 40 hours per week. 10pm - 9am working five days on and five off. Apple Orchard provides safe, nurturing environments where young people can build positive relationships, overcome past challenges and achieve their full potential. We're looking for friendly, outgoing Waking Night Residential Childcare Support Workers to join our supportive team. A Level 3 qualification in Residential Childcare (or similar) is ideal, but not essential - we welcome applications from those willing to work towards it. Benefits: Company pension Access to our Exchange Employee Discount Scheme Access to wellbeing programmes via our Exchange Provision Promotion opportunities Responsibilities: Work approx. 55 hours per week on a rota of 5 nights on, 5 nights off, with occasional extra cover if needed. Promote the welfare and safety of young people in line with the Children Act 1989. Attend weekly staff meetings/supervision when not on shift the night before. Take part in required training and attend the annual summer holiday when needed. Arrive on time, complete handovers, and stay informed about each young person's needs and events of the day. Build an understanding of each young person to help assess and meet their ongoing emotional and practical needs. Support consistent bedtime routines and encourage good hygiene habits. Monitor young people throughout the night, recording all disturbances, movements and key events clearly. Complete nightly paperwork, including the Daily Register, fridge/freezer checks, fire alarm tests and task sheets. Prepare the breakfast table, promote healthy eating, and tidy away afterwards. Carry out any additional duties requested by the line manager. Maintain safety and security at all times - this is the highest priority. Apple Orchard is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates. The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be subject to a DBS check at enhanced level if successful for the position. PandoLogic. Category:Personal Care,
May 24, 2026
Full time
Waking Night Residential Childcare Support Worker Company : Apple Orchard Salary: 28,619.14 per annum with potential to earn extra with overtime hours. Location: Guildford, Surrey Contract: Full Time, permanent Specific Hours : Approx 40 hours per week. 10pm - 9am working five days on and five off. Apple Orchard provides safe, nurturing environments where young people can build positive relationships, overcome past challenges and achieve their full potential. We're looking for friendly, outgoing Waking Night Residential Childcare Support Workers to join our supportive team. A Level 3 qualification in Residential Childcare (or similar) is ideal, but not essential - we welcome applications from those willing to work towards it. Benefits: Company pension Access to our Exchange Employee Discount Scheme Access to wellbeing programmes via our Exchange Provision Promotion opportunities Responsibilities: Work approx. 55 hours per week on a rota of 5 nights on, 5 nights off, with occasional extra cover if needed. Promote the welfare and safety of young people in line with the Children Act 1989. Attend weekly staff meetings/supervision when not on shift the night before. Take part in required training and attend the annual summer holiday when needed. Arrive on time, complete handovers, and stay informed about each young person's needs and events of the day. Build an understanding of each young person to help assess and meet their ongoing emotional and practical needs. Support consistent bedtime routines and encourage good hygiene habits. Monitor young people throughout the night, recording all disturbances, movements and key events clearly. Complete nightly paperwork, including the Daily Register, fridge/freezer checks, fire alarm tests and task sheets. Prepare the breakfast table, promote healthy eating, and tidy away afterwards. Carry out any additional duties requested by the line manager. Maintain safety and security at all times - this is the highest priority. Apple Orchard is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates. The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be subject to a DBS check at enhanced level if successful for the position. PandoLogic. Category:Personal Care,
Integrated Services Programme (ISP) Supervising Social Worker - Fostering Base Location: South London - Cheam Salary: Up to 39,500 per annum Contract: Full Time Benefits 3,000 Car Allowance 30 days' annual leave, increasing to 35 days with length of service + bank holidays Company Pension Life Assurance x2 Employee Discount Scheme Medical Cash Plan About Us Set up in 1987 by a small but passionate group of foster parents, we became the UK's first independent foster care agency. That gives us the benefit of over 30 years of fostering experience and we're still going strong! The founder members recognised that looked after children - especially those who'd had very difficult starts in life - needed specialist support. So right from the beginning they put the child at the centre of their thinking and surrounded them with an integrated range of support services. In fact, that's what ISP means: Integrated Services Programme. Over time, this circle of support has increased to include a whole range of professionals that children and foster parents can tap into, whenever they need to. This includes social workers, fostering advisors, teachers and therapists, who all work with our foster parents and the children they look after, helping them understand and manage even the most challenging situations. This is what's known as a 'therapeutic approach' to fostering and it's something that we pioneered. Requirements ISP South London is currently seeking a qualified and experienced Supervising Social Worker who is enthusiastic, committed and has an appreciation of the role of the foster parent and their skills. We ask our Supervising Social Workers to take a collaborative approach with foster parents in order to promote meaningful and relevant supervision of placements. Experience of working with foster parents as professional colleagues and working within a multi-discipline arena is essential, as is holding a full driving licence and having unrestricted access to your own car. This is a demanding position which includes both a quality assurance role to maintain high standards and a training role to prospective and current foster parents. You will be an excellent report writer and able to work to strict deadlines. Hold a Social Care England recognised qualification in Social Work or equivalent Previous experience of children and families social work A comprehensive working knowledge of all relevant legislation pertaining to children's services as well as publications Full driving licence with unrestricted access to your own car Responsibilities Direct support of foster parents within a realistic caseload which enables a high level of supervision Provide regular supervision to allocated foster parents, enabling and monitoring their practice and ensuring their compliance with regulatory standards To work in partnership with children, young people and foster parents and other professionals, local authorities and stakeholders, enabling full participation in assessment, planning, review and decision making relating to safeguarding and child protection The successful candidate will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check, the cost of which will be met by ISP. ISP is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates. ISP is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. PandoLogic. Category:Personal Care,
May 24, 2026
Full time
Integrated Services Programme (ISP) Supervising Social Worker - Fostering Base Location: South London - Cheam Salary: Up to 39,500 per annum Contract: Full Time Benefits 3,000 Car Allowance 30 days' annual leave, increasing to 35 days with length of service + bank holidays Company Pension Life Assurance x2 Employee Discount Scheme Medical Cash Plan About Us Set up in 1987 by a small but passionate group of foster parents, we became the UK's first independent foster care agency. That gives us the benefit of over 30 years of fostering experience and we're still going strong! The founder members recognised that looked after children - especially those who'd had very difficult starts in life - needed specialist support. So right from the beginning they put the child at the centre of their thinking and surrounded them with an integrated range of support services. In fact, that's what ISP means: Integrated Services Programme. Over time, this circle of support has increased to include a whole range of professionals that children and foster parents can tap into, whenever they need to. This includes social workers, fostering advisors, teachers and therapists, who all work with our foster parents and the children they look after, helping them understand and manage even the most challenging situations. This is what's known as a 'therapeutic approach' to fostering and it's something that we pioneered. Requirements ISP South London is currently seeking a qualified and experienced Supervising Social Worker who is enthusiastic, committed and has an appreciation of the role of the foster parent and their skills. We ask our Supervising Social Workers to take a collaborative approach with foster parents in order to promote meaningful and relevant supervision of placements. Experience of working with foster parents as professional colleagues and working within a multi-discipline arena is essential, as is holding a full driving licence and having unrestricted access to your own car. This is a demanding position which includes both a quality assurance role to maintain high standards and a training role to prospective and current foster parents. You will be an excellent report writer and able to work to strict deadlines. Hold a Social Care England recognised qualification in Social Work or equivalent Previous experience of children and families social work A comprehensive working knowledge of all relevant legislation pertaining to children's services as well as publications Full driving licence with unrestricted access to your own car Responsibilities Direct support of foster parents within a realistic caseload which enables a high level of supervision Provide regular supervision to allocated foster parents, enabling and monitoring their practice and ensuring their compliance with regulatory standards To work in partnership with children, young people and foster parents and other professionals, local authorities and stakeholders, enabling full participation in assessment, planning, review and decision making relating to safeguarding and child protection The successful candidate will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check, the cost of which will be met by ISP. ISP is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates. ISP is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. PandoLogic. Category:Personal Care,
Leaders In Care Recruitment Ltd
Isle Of Lewis, Comhairle Nan Eilean Siar
Ever wanted to explore the Scottish Islands? Were on the lookout for an experienced, qualified Social Worker with a strong background in childrens safeguarding to join our team in the stunning Scottish Islands. Benefits Up to £45 per hour Accommodation Support Beautiful Scenery Small Caseload You will be focusing on ensuring the safety and well-being of children who are at risk click apply for full job details
May 24, 2026
Contractor
Ever wanted to explore the Scottish Islands? Were on the lookout for an experienced, qualified Social Worker with a strong background in childrens safeguarding to join our team in the stunning Scottish Islands. Benefits Up to £45 per hour Accommodation Support Beautiful Scenery Small Caseload You will be focusing on ensuring the safety and well-being of children who are at risk click apply for full job details
Foster Care Associates (The FCA) Referrals Officer - Fostering - Full Time Permanent Location: Office-Based - Bridgend Salary: 23,535.26 per annum Covering Area: Cymru South Benefits Starting at 30 days' annual leave, increasing to 35 days with length of service + bank holidays Company Pension Life Assurance x2 Employee Discount Scheme Medical Cash Plan Free Parking This is an amazing opportunity to join Foster Care Associates. We are seeking a highly motivated and enthusiastic Full Time Referrals Officer to join our inspirational and friendly team to develop and promote the fostering services in Cymru South. Our office is based in Bridgend and we support the hybrid model of working with lots of flexibility to work from home. Benefits of Joining Our Team We are committed to the wellbeing of our staff. The aim of our Staff Wellbeing Strategy is to increase all our employees' well-being, self-esteem, and sense of belonging to a team and create new environments for them to spend productive time together. This includes, walk and talks at the beach or in parks, weekly wellbeing hour, park runs, mindfulness sessions, sea dipping, yoga sessions, raft racing and charity events to name a few. Our office environment is friendly and inviting with tea, coffee, breakfast and lunch items always available for our staff to contribute towards their wellbeing. All this combined with an exceptionally generous annual leave scheme set out above ensures that there are sufficient opportunities for that essential down time. As part of the FCA Cymru team we welcome all members of our staffs' families to be involved in all our activities that we provide to our fostering families and so you can attend many of these days out with your own children and partners as an additional gesture from the company. These have in the past included Alton Towers, West Midlands Safari Park, horse riding, skating trips and lots more to choose from. Within FCA we also take the opportunity for team-building days away when all staff have the opportunity to come together from across Cymru and strengthen our staff collaborations and everything we have achieved. Staff appreciation day is also celebrated yearly across FCA. Robust induction, supportive management team, monthly reflective supervision with line manager and regular learning and reflective opportunities with a highly welcoming and close-knit team will ensure that you feel fully supported at all times. Additional Benefits Refer a friend scheme with a monetary incentive Opportunity to undertake additional recruitment events for additional payments An exceptional platform available for online and face to training opportunities Inclusion to a comprehensive rewards package including access to discounts to hundreds of major retailers Opportunity to join, at a highly reduced rate, our foster talk scheme with all the legal and financial advice this provides as well as additional discounts to various schemes and retailers Competitive mileage allowance About Us Set up by a former foster parent and former social worker in 1994, Foster Care Associates (FCA) is an established fostering agency which forms part of the Polaris Community - one of the UK's largest leading communities of children's service providers. The business was born out of an enthusiasm for delivering fostering services to make a positive difference to the lives of looked after children. Our first office was in the Worcestershire countryside, and that is still where our head office is today. We have come a long way since those early days. Over the years, FCA has built a strong reputation for excellence, and now offers a wide range of services to children and families. But our purpose remains the same; 'to make a positive and lasting difference for children, families and communities', and it is underpinned by a series of values designed to help us assist children and young people to reach their full potential. FCA Cymru is a well-established agency, rated as excellent in our most recent CIW inspection, with a highly motivated and experienced staff team dedicated to supporting each child and foster parent in our care. Our staff are well supported with a range of benefits including a generous holiday allowance and we pride ourselves on being a community where people feel involved and have the opportunity to make a difference to children and families' lives. What We Are Looking For As a Referrals Officer, you will manage referrals received from local authorities and use key information and matching criteria to ensure that placements are carefully matched according to children's needs. You will be required to use your initiative and be able to work independently when required to find creative solutions to foster placement requests. The Referrals Officer role is the first point of contact between local authorities, foster families and social workers. You will need to possess good communication skills and be able to develop positive relationships with colleagues within and outside of the agency, both via written and face-to-face communication. Previous experience of working in a children's services sector may be an advantage though not essential. Excellent organisational and administrative skills are key, together with a passion and motivation to make a difference to the lives of children and their families. We provide an excellent induction into the role and full training and support will be provided. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is friendly, has a big personality, good communication and administrative skills and is seeking a role within a team to make a difference to the lives of children and families. We pride ourselves on the supportive team ethos we have within Cymru as a whole and you would be dealing with families across the whole of the country with the opportunity to visit our office in Abergele to meet with colleagues on occasion should you wish. Contact For more information about this post please contact Fiona Hatton, Referrals Manager, on (phone number removed) / (phone number removed) or at . We would really welcome the opportunity to discuss further with you the role and potential of welcoming you to a fantastic team providing great outcomes for children and young people. To be considered, please apply and we will be in touch. No agencies please. Foster Care Associates is an equal opportunities employer and has been awarded the Disability Confident Employer by the Jobcentre Plus. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check if successful for the position. PandoLogic. Category:Social Services,
May 24, 2026
Full time
Foster Care Associates (The FCA) Referrals Officer - Fostering - Full Time Permanent Location: Office-Based - Bridgend Salary: 23,535.26 per annum Covering Area: Cymru South Benefits Starting at 30 days' annual leave, increasing to 35 days with length of service + bank holidays Company Pension Life Assurance x2 Employee Discount Scheme Medical Cash Plan Free Parking This is an amazing opportunity to join Foster Care Associates. We are seeking a highly motivated and enthusiastic Full Time Referrals Officer to join our inspirational and friendly team to develop and promote the fostering services in Cymru South. Our office is based in Bridgend and we support the hybrid model of working with lots of flexibility to work from home. Benefits of Joining Our Team We are committed to the wellbeing of our staff. The aim of our Staff Wellbeing Strategy is to increase all our employees' well-being, self-esteem, and sense of belonging to a team and create new environments for them to spend productive time together. This includes, walk and talks at the beach or in parks, weekly wellbeing hour, park runs, mindfulness sessions, sea dipping, yoga sessions, raft racing and charity events to name a few. Our office environment is friendly and inviting with tea, coffee, breakfast and lunch items always available for our staff to contribute towards their wellbeing. All this combined with an exceptionally generous annual leave scheme set out above ensures that there are sufficient opportunities for that essential down time. As part of the FCA Cymru team we welcome all members of our staffs' families to be involved in all our activities that we provide to our fostering families and so you can attend many of these days out with your own children and partners as an additional gesture from the company. These have in the past included Alton Towers, West Midlands Safari Park, horse riding, skating trips and lots more to choose from. Within FCA we also take the opportunity for team-building days away when all staff have the opportunity to come together from across Cymru and strengthen our staff collaborations and everything we have achieved. Staff appreciation day is also celebrated yearly across FCA. Robust induction, supportive management team, monthly reflective supervision with line manager and regular learning and reflective opportunities with a highly welcoming and close-knit team will ensure that you feel fully supported at all times. Additional Benefits Refer a friend scheme with a monetary incentive Opportunity to undertake additional recruitment events for additional payments An exceptional platform available for online and face to training opportunities Inclusion to a comprehensive rewards package including access to discounts to hundreds of major retailers Opportunity to join, at a highly reduced rate, our foster talk scheme with all the legal and financial advice this provides as well as additional discounts to various schemes and retailers Competitive mileage allowance About Us Set up by a former foster parent and former social worker in 1994, Foster Care Associates (FCA) is an established fostering agency which forms part of the Polaris Community - one of the UK's largest leading communities of children's service providers. The business was born out of an enthusiasm for delivering fostering services to make a positive difference to the lives of looked after children. Our first office was in the Worcestershire countryside, and that is still where our head office is today. We have come a long way since those early days. Over the years, FCA has built a strong reputation for excellence, and now offers a wide range of services to children and families. But our purpose remains the same; 'to make a positive and lasting difference for children, families and communities', and it is underpinned by a series of values designed to help us assist children and young people to reach their full potential. FCA Cymru is a well-established agency, rated as excellent in our most recent CIW inspection, with a highly motivated and experienced staff team dedicated to supporting each child and foster parent in our care. Our staff are well supported with a range of benefits including a generous holiday allowance and we pride ourselves on being a community where people feel involved and have the opportunity to make a difference to children and families' lives. What We Are Looking For As a Referrals Officer, you will manage referrals received from local authorities and use key information and matching criteria to ensure that placements are carefully matched according to children's needs. You will be required to use your initiative and be able to work independently when required to find creative solutions to foster placement requests. The Referrals Officer role is the first point of contact between local authorities, foster families and social workers. You will need to possess good communication skills and be able to develop positive relationships with colleagues within and outside of the agency, both via written and face-to-face communication. Previous experience of working in a children's services sector may be an advantage though not essential. Excellent organisational and administrative skills are key, together with a passion and motivation to make a difference to the lives of children and their families. We provide an excellent induction into the role and full training and support will be provided. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is friendly, has a big personality, good communication and administrative skills and is seeking a role within a team to make a difference to the lives of children and families. We pride ourselves on the supportive team ethos we have within Cymru as a whole and you would be dealing with families across the whole of the country with the opportunity to visit our office in Abergele to meet with colleagues on occasion should you wish. Contact For more information about this post please contact Fiona Hatton, Referrals Manager, on (phone number removed) / (phone number removed) or at . We would really welcome the opportunity to discuss further with you the role and potential of welcoming you to a fantastic team providing great outcomes for children and young people. To be considered, please apply and we will be in touch. No agencies please. Foster Care Associates is an equal opportunities employer and has been awarded the Disability Confident Employer by the Jobcentre Plus. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check if successful for the position. PandoLogic. Category:Social Services,
SEN Learning Support Assistant (LSA) - Islington Are you passionate about supporting young people with special educational needs? Do you want to make a meaningful impact on the lives of students with ASD, SEMH, and behavioural challenges? Role: SEN Learning Support Assistant (LSA) - Full Time Pay: £95 - £110 per day Start: September Term 2026 Location: London Borough of Islington We are currently recruiting a dedicated and resilient SEN Learning Support Assistant to work in a supportive secondary/alternative provision setting in Islington , supporting students aged 11-19 with ASD, SEMH needs, and behavioural difficulties . This role is particularly well suited to aspiring teachers, educational psychologists, youth workers, therapists, or behaviour specialists , as well as those with a strong interest in SEN and inclusive education. The Role: Full-time SEN Learning Support Assistant position Based in a specialist, inclusive setting within the London Borough of Islington Supporting students aged 11-19 with ASD, SEMH, and behavioural needs Providing 1:1 and small group support inside and outside the classroom Assisting with emotional regulation, behaviour management, and engagement in learning Ideal Candidate: A genuine passion for supporting young people with complex needs Calm, patient, and resilient approach to behaviour and emotional support Experience working with children or young people with SEN, SEMH, or behavioural needs (desirable but not essential) Able to commit to a full-time role in Islington If you are ready to take on a rewarding role as a SEN Learning Support Assistant and make a real difference in Islington, apply now !
May 24, 2026
Full time
SEN Learning Support Assistant (LSA) - Islington Are you passionate about supporting young people with special educational needs? Do you want to make a meaningful impact on the lives of students with ASD, SEMH, and behavioural challenges? Role: SEN Learning Support Assistant (LSA) - Full Time Pay: £95 - £110 per day Start: September Term 2026 Location: London Borough of Islington We are currently recruiting a dedicated and resilient SEN Learning Support Assistant to work in a supportive secondary/alternative provision setting in Islington , supporting students aged 11-19 with ASD, SEMH needs, and behavioural difficulties . This role is particularly well suited to aspiring teachers, educational psychologists, youth workers, therapists, or behaviour specialists , as well as those with a strong interest in SEN and inclusive education. The Role: Full-time SEN Learning Support Assistant position Based in a specialist, inclusive setting within the London Borough of Islington Supporting students aged 11-19 with ASD, SEMH, and behavioural needs Providing 1:1 and small group support inside and outside the classroom Assisting with emotional regulation, behaviour management, and engagement in learning Ideal Candidate: A genuine passion for supporting young people with complex needs Calm, patient, and resilient approach to behaviour and emotional support Experience working with children or young people with SEN, SEMH, or behavioural needs (desirable but not essential) Able to commit to a full-time role in Islington If you are ready to take on a rewarding role as a SEN Learning Support Assistant and make a real difference in Islington, apply now !
FOSTER CARE ASSOCIATES (THE FCA) Participation Officer (Children & Families - Fostering) - Full- Time 35 Hours Location: The successful candidate will be expected to regularly travel to the regional office based in Sheffield. There will be an expectation that if successful you will travel throughout the region that includes Yorks, Lincs, East Midlands and Northants. There will be some opportunity to work from home when relevant. Basic Salary: 23,542.56 per annum Benefits: Company Car or 2,000 car allowance (pro rata), 30 days' Annual Leave (rising to 35 with length of service) + Bank Holidays, Company Pension, Life Assurance x2, Employee Discount Scheme & On-site Parking About Us Set up by a former foster parent and former social worker in 1994, Foster Care Associates (FCA) is an established fostering agency which forms part of the Polaris Community - one of the UK's largest leading communities of children's service providers. Today, we're one of the country's largest and most experienced independent fostering agencies. But just because we're large doesn't mean we're impersonal. At FCA we're one big family, and we're committed to supporting every single child and foster parent, every single minute of the day. Role responsibilities This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is passionate about working with children and supporting them to make a difference in their community. The successful candidate will be part of a small team supporting the delivery of the agency's Participation Service. Arranging activities and workshops for children in our care and children who foster Planning family events and days out Forge close and productive working relationships with regional colleagues, Foster Parents, external professionals and multi-agency networks Attendance at meetings with Professionals from Education, Health and Social Services sectors to support our Children and Young People's care plans Maintain clear records Be aware of, and take responsibility for staying up to date with professional practice standards, legislation and company policy including confidentiality, GDPR, safeguarding, equality, diversity and inclusion Provide support and guidance to our families and help promote the stability of foster placements About You Ideally you will have some experience of working with children and young people, supporting and advocating to ensure their voices are heard Some experience of working with and/or understanding of children and young people who have experienced trauma, helping them to achieve positive outcomes, will be useful Ideally you will possess a relevant qualification or evidence of formal training in childcare, childhood studies, education, social work, youth work, community work and/or psychology You will have excellent communication skills, with an ability to build a strong rapport with both children and adults with an array of different needs and expectations Able to remain calm when under high levels of pressure, emotionally traumatic situations and when dealing with difficult or confrontational behaviour Good written skills with Intermediate IT skills to include Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint) and databases Have a full driving licence and unrestricted access to your own vehicle Be willing to undertake an Enhanced DBS check FCA is part of the Polaris group being a family of independent fostering agencies, all with our own individual areas of expertise, but with one shared vision. We want to give children across the country who have had a difficult start in life, the support they need to build themselves a stronger and happier future. For our Foster Parents, we provide a close network of support that becomes like a second family. For an informal discussion about this exciting role, please contact Jo Barrass - Fostering Service Manager on (phone number removed). No agencies please. Foster Care Associates is an equal opportunities employer and has been awarded the disability confident employer by the jobcentre plus. The successful applicant will be subject to a DBS check at enhanced level if successful for the position. PandoLogic. Category:Personal Care,
May 24, 2026
Full time
FOSTER CARE ASSOCIATES (THE FCA) Participation Officer (Children & Families - Fostering) - Full- Time 35 Hours Location: The successful candidate will be expected to regularly travel to the regional office based in Sheffield. There will be an expectation that if successful you will travel throughout the region that includes Yorks, Lincs, East Midlands and Northants. There will be some opportunity to work from home when relevant. Basic Salary: 23,542.56 per annum Benefits: Company Car or 2,000 car allowance (pro rata), 30 days' Annual Leave (rising to 35 with length of service) + Bank Holidays, Company Pension, Life Assurance x2, Employee Discount Scheme & On-site Parking About Us Set up by a former foster parent and former social worker in 1994, Foster Care Associates (FCA) is an established fostering agency which forms part of the Polaris Community - one of the UK's largest leading communities of children's service providers. Today, we're one of the country's largest and most experienced independent fostering agencies. But just because we're large doesn't mean we're impersonal. At FCA we're one big family, and we're committed to supporting every single child and foster parent, every single minute of the day. Role responsibilities This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is passionate about working with children and supporting them to make a difference in their community. The successful candidate will be part of a small team supporting the delivery of the agency's Participation Service. Arranging activities and workshops for children in our care and children who foster Planning family events and days out Forge close and productive working relationships with regional colleagues, Foster Parents, external professionals and multi-agency networks Attendance at meetings with Professionals from Education, Health and Social Services sectors to support our Children and Young People's care plans Maintain clear records Be aware of, and take responsibility for staying up to date with professional practice standards, legislation and company policy including confidentiality, GDPR, safeguarding, equality, diversity and inclusion Provide support and guidance to our families and help promote the stability of foster placements About You Ideally you will have some experience of working with children and young people, supporting and advocating to ensure their voices are heard Some experience of working with and/or understanding of children and young people who have experienced trauma, helping them to achieve positive outcomes, will be useful Ideally you will possess a relevant qualification or evidence of formal training in childcare, childhood studies, education, social work, youth work, community work and/or psychology You will have excellent communication skills, with an ability to build a strong rapport with both children and adults with an array of different needs and expectations Able to remain calm when under high levels of pressure, emotionally traumatic situations and when dealing with difficult or confrontational behaviour Good written skills with Intermediate IT skills to include Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint) and databases Have a full driving licence and unrestricted access to your own vehicle Be willing to undertake an Enhanced DBS check FCA is part of the Polaris group being a family of independent fostering agencies, all with our own individual areas of expertise, but with one shared vision. We want to give children across the country who have had a difficult start in life, the support they need to build themselves a stronger and happier future. For our Foster Parents, we provide a close network of support that becomes like a second family. For an informal discussion about this exciting role, please contact Jo Barrass - Fostering Service Manager on (phone number removed). No agencies please. Foster Care Associates is an equal opportunities employer and has been awarded the disability confident employer by the jobcentre plus. The successful applicant will be subject to a DBS check at enhanced level if successful for the position. PandoLogic. Category:Personal Care,
Support Worker Children s Residential Location: Cardiff, CF15 Salary: £12.71 per hour Recruiter: Diamond Search Recruitment Reference: 2929 Make a Real Difference Every Day Diamond Search Recruitment is recruiting Support Workers to join a residential care service supporting young people with learning disabilities and complex health needs . This is a rewarding opportunity for individuals who are passionate about helping young people develop independence, confidence and life skills . Your Role • Support young people with daily living activities • Promote independence, wellbeing and personal development • Assist with routines, education and activities • Build positive and trusting relationships • Ensure safeguarding and wellbeing are always prioritised • Work collaboratively within a supportive care team About You • Caring, patient and compassionate • Experience in care, support work or youth work desirable • Passionate about supporting vulnerable young people • Strong teamwork and communication skills Diamond Search Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency regarding this vacancy.
May 24, 2026
Full time
Support Worker Children s Residential Location: Cardiff, CF15 Salary: £12.71 per hour Recruiter: Diamond Search Recruitment Reference: 2929 Make a Real Difference Every Day Diamond Search Recruitment is recruiting Support Workers to join a residential care service supporting young people with learning disabilities and complex health needs . This is a rewarding opportunity for individuals who are passionate about helping young people develop independence, confidence and life skills . Your Role • Support young people with daily living activities • Promote independence, wellbeing and personal development • Assist with routines, education and activities • Build positive and trusting relationships • Ensure safeguarding and wellbeing are always prioritised • Work collaboratively within a supportive care team About You • Caring, patient and compassionate • Experience in care, support work or youth work desirable • Passionate about supporting vulnerable young people • Strong teamwork and communication skills Diamond Search Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency regarding this vacancy.
Senior Support Worker Children s Residential Location: Cardiff, Salary: £13.56 per hour Recruiter: Diamond Search Recruitment Reference: 2936 Step Into a Senior Role Where You Can Truly Make a Difference Diamond Search Recruitment is seeking a Senior Support Worker to join a residential service supporting young people with learning disabilities and complex health needs . This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced support worker ready to develop leadership skills while continuing hands-on support . Key Responsibilities • Provide high-quality care and emotional support to young people • Act as a role model and mentor to Support Workers • Assist with shift leadership and daily operations • Ensure care plans are implemented effectively • Promote independence, wellbeing and life skills • Maintain accurate records and safeguarding standards About You • Experience working with children or young people in residential care • Passionate about improving lives and creating positive outcomes • Strong communication and teamwork skills • Calm and supportive approach in challenging situations Diamond Search REcruitment is acting as an Employment Agency regarding this vacancy.
May 24, 2026
Full time
Senior Support Worker Children s Residential Location: Cardiff, Salary: £13.56 per hour Recruiter: Diamond Search Recruitment Reference: 2936 Step Into a Senior Role Where You Can Truly Make a Difference Diamond Search Recruitment is seeking a Senior Support Worker to join a residential service supporting young people with learning disabilities and complex health needs . This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced support worker ready to develop leadership skills while continuing hands-on support . Key Responsibilities • Provide high-quality care and emotional support to young people • Act as a role model and mentor to Support Workers • Assist with shift leadership and daily operations • Ensure care plans are implemented effectively • Promote independence, wellbeing and life skills • Maintain accurate records and safeguarding standards About You • Experience working with children or young people in residential care • Passionate about improving lives and creating positive outcomes • Strong communication and teamwork skills • Calm and supportive approach in challenging situations Diamond Search REcruitment is acting as an Employment Agency regarding this vacancy.
FOSTER CARE ASSOCIATES (THE FCA) Senior Participation Officer (Children & Families - Fostering) - Full Time Location: The Regional Office is in Sheffield and the successful candidate will be based here. There will be an expectation that if successful you will travel throughout the region that includes Yorks, Lincs, East Midlands and Northants. There will be some opportunity to work from home when relevant. Basic Salary: 28,500 Benefits: Company Car or 2,000 car allowance (pro rata), 30 days' Annual Leave (rising to 35 with length of service) + Bank Holidays, Company Pension, Life Assurance x2, Employee Discount Scheme & On-site Parking About Us Set up by a former foster parent and former social worker in 1994, Foster Care Associates (FCA) is an established fostering agency which forms part of the Polaris Community - one of the UK's largest leading communities of children's service providers. Today, we're one of the country's largest and most experienced independent fostering agencies. But just because we're large doesn't mean we're impersonal. At FCA we're one big family, and we're committed to supporting every single child and foster parent, every single minute of the day. Role responsibilities We are seeking someone who is passionate about working with children and young people and supporting them to make a difference in their community. This is an exciting opportunity that involves leading a dynamic team to deliver a service to children and families that puts young people at the forefront. We are looking for a confident individual who can share our vision and support us to develop the service. To lead and manage a team in establishing strong consultation systems with foster children, foster carers and their birth children, through a programme of activities, events, and other creative mechanisms - ensuring their voices are heard, actions implemented and outcomes monitored through the Regional Service Improvement plan To work with the Registered Manager and regional management team in developing the agency's Participation Strategy To supervise two members of staff To lead on groups, events and activities specifically for children and young people Take an active and professional role in the continuing development of the Participation Service. To represent the region in relation to Participation within the Polaris community and with external stakeholders Arranging activities and workshops for children in our care and children who foster Forge close and productive working relationships with colleagues, Foster Parents, external professionals and multi-agency networks Attendance at meetings with Professionals from Education, Health and Social Services sectors to support our Children and Young People's care plans Complete reports and maintain clear records Be aware of, and take responsibility for staying up to date with professional practice standards, legislation and company policy including confidentiality, GDPR, safeguarding, equality, diversity and inclusion Provide support and guidance to our families and help promote the stability of foster placements About You Ideally you will have experience of working with children and young people, supporting and advocating to ensure their voices are heard Experience of fostering is not essential, however, experience of working with and/or understanding of children and young people who have experienced trauma, helping them to achieve positive outcomes, will be useful You will be expected to demonstrate passion and aspiration for our children and young people to help them reach their full potential You will have some previous experience of leading a team or projects to ensure the service is delivered Ideally you will possess a relevant qualification or evidence of formal training in childcare, childhood studies, education, social work, youth work, community work and/or psychology You will be able to demonstrate excellent communication skills, with an ability to communicate with and present to children and adults and build strong connections. You will need to demonstrate an ability to remain calm when under high levels of pressure, emotionally traumatic situations and when dealing with difficult or confrontational behaviour You will be expected to possess good written skills and IT skills to include Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint) and databases You will need to have a full driving licence and unrestricted access to a vehicle You will be willing to undertake an Enhanced DBS check FCA is part of the Polaris group being a family of independent fostering agencies, all with our own individual areas of expertise, but with one shared vision. We want to give children across the country who have had a difficult start in life, the support they need to build themselves a stronger and happier future. For our Foster Parents, we provide a close network of support that becomes like a second family. For an informal discussion about this exciting role, please contact Jo Barrass - Fostering Service Manager on (phone number removed). No agencies please. Foster Care Associates is an equal opportunities employer and has been awarded the disability confident employer by the jobcentre plus. The successful applicant will be subject to a DBS check at enhanced level if successful for the position. PandoLogic. Category:Personal Care,
May 24, 2026
Full time
FOSTER CARE ASSOCIATES (THE FCA) Senior Participation Officer (Children & Families - Fostering) - Full Time Location: The Regional Office is in Sheffield and the successful candidate will be based here. There will be an expectation that if successful you will travel throughout the region that includes Yorks, Lincs, East Midlands and Northants. There will be some opportunity to work from home when relevant. Basic Salary: 28,500 Benefits: Company Car or 2,000 car allowance (pro rata), 30 days' Annual Leave (rising to 35 with length of service) + Bank Holidays, Company Pension, Life Assurance x2, Employee Discount Scheme & On-site Parking About Us Set up by a former foster parent and former social worker in 1994, Foster Care Associates (FCA) is an established fostering agency which forms part of the Polaris Community - one of the UK's largest leading communities of children's service providers. Today, we're one of the country's largest and most experienced independent fostering agencies. But just because we're large doesn't mean we're impersonal. At FCA we're one big family, and we're committed to supporting every single child and foster parent, every single minute of the day. Role responsibilities We are seeking someone who is passionate about working with children and young people and supporting them to make a difference in their community. This is an exciting opportunity that involves leading a dynamic team to deliver a service to children and families that puts young people at the forefront. We are looking for a confident individual who can share our vision and support us to develop the service. To lead and manage a team in establishing strong consultation systems with foster children, foster carers and their birth children, through a programme of activities, events, and other creative mechanisms - ensuring their voices are heard, actions implemented and outcomes monitored through the Regional Service Improvement plan To work with the Registered Manager and regional management team in developing the agency's Participation Strategy To supervise two members of staff To lead on groups, events and activities specifically for children and young people Take an active and professional role in the continuing development of the Participation Service. To represent the region in relation to Participation within the Polaris community and with external stakeholders Arranging activities and workshops for children in our care and children who foster Forge close and productive working relationships with colleagues, Foster Parents, external professionals and multi-agency networks Attendance at meetings with Professionals from Education, Health and Social Services sectors to support our Children and Young People's care plans Complete reports and maintain clear records Be aware of, and take responsibility for staying up to date with professional practice standards, legislation and company policy including confidentiality, GDPR, safeguarding, equality, diversity and inclusion Provide support and guidance to our families and help promote the stability of foster placements About You Ideally you will have experience of working with children and young people, supporting and advocating to ensure their voices are heard Experience of fostering is not essential, however, experience of working with and/or understanding of children and young people who have experienced trauma, helping them to achieve positive outcomes, will be useful You will be expected to demonstrate passion and aspiration for our children and young people to help them reach their full potential You will have some previous experience of leading a team or projects to ensure the service is delivered Ideally you will possess a relevant qualification or evidence of formal training in childcare, childhood studies, education, social work, youth work, community work and/or psychology You will be able to demonstrate excellent communication skills, with an ability to communicate with and present to children and adults and build strong connections. You will need to demonstrate an ability to remain calm when under high levels of pressure, emotionally traumatic situations and when dealing with difficult or confrontational behaviour You will be expected to possess good written skills and IT skills to include Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint) and databases You will need to have a full driving licence and unrestricted access to a vehicle You will be willing to undertake an Enhanced DBS check FCA is part of the Polaris group being a family of independent fostering agencies, all with our own individual areas of expertise, but with one shared vision. We want to give children across the country who have had a difficult start in life, the support they need to build themselves a stronger and happier future. For our Foster Parents, we provide a close network of support that becomes like a second family. For an informal discussion about this exciting role, please contact Jo Barrass - Fostering Service Manager on (phone number removed). No agencies please. Foster Care Associates is an equal opportunities employer and has been awarded the disability confident employer by the jobcentre plus. The successful applicant will be subject to a DBS check at enhanced level if successful for the position. PandoLogic. Category:Personal Care,
Foster Care Associates (The FCA) Referrals Officer - Fostering - Full Time Permanent Location: Office-Based - Bridgend Salary: 23,535.26 per annum Covering Area: Cymru South Benefits Starting at 30 days' annual leave, increasing to 35 days with length of service + bank holidays Company Pension Life Assurance x2 Employee Discount Scheme Medical Cash Plan Free Parking This is an amazing opportunity to join Foster Care Associates. We are seeking a highly motivated and enthusiastic Full Time Referrals Officer to join our inspirational and friendly team to develop and promote the fostering services in Cymru South. Our office is based in Bridgend and we support the hybrid model of working with lots of flexibility to work from home. Benefits of Joining Our Team We are committed to the wellbeing of our staff. The aim of our Staff Wellbeing Strategy is to increase all our employees' well-being, self-esteem, and sense of belonging to a team and create new environments for them to spend productive time together. This includes, walk and talks at the beach or in parks, weekly wellbeing hour, park runs, mindfulness sessions, sea dipping, yoga sessions, raft racing and charity events to name a few. Our office environment is friendly and inviting with tea, coffee, breakfast and lunch items always available for our staff to contribute towards their wellbeing. All this combined with an exceptionally generous annual leave scheme set out above ensures that there are sufficient opportunities for that essential down time. As part of the FCA Cymru team we welcome all members of our staffs' families to be involved in all our activities that we provide to our fostering families and so you can attend many of these days out with your own children and partners as an additional gesture from the company. These have in the past included Alton Towers, West Midlands Safari Park, horse riding, skating trips and lots more to choose from. Within FCA we also take the opportunity for team-building days away when all staff have the opportunity to come together from across Cymru and strengthen our staff collaborations and everything we have achieved. Staff appreciation day is also celebrated yearly across FCA. Robust induction, supportive management team, monthly reflective supervision with line manager and regular learning and reflective opportunities with a highly welcoming and close-knit team will ensure that you feel fully supported at all times. Additional Benefits Refer a friend scheme with a monetary incentive Opportunity to undertake additional recruitment events for additional payments An exceptional platform available for online and face to training opportunities Inclusion to a comprehensive rewards package including access to discounts to hundreds of major retailers Opportunity to join, at a highly reduced rate, our foster talk scheme with all the legal and financial advice this provides as well as additional discounts to various schemes and retailers Competitive mileage allowance About Us Set up by a former foster parent and former social worker in 1994, Foster Care Associates (FCA) is an established fostering agency which forms part of the Polaris Community - one of the UK's largest leading communities of children's service providers. The business was born out of an enthusiasm for delivering fostering services to make a positive difference to the lives of looked after children. Our first office was in the Worcestershire countryside, and that is still where our head office is today. We have come a long way since those early days. Over the years, FCA has built a strong reputation for excellence, and now offers a wide range of services to children and families. But our purpose remains the same; 'to make a positive and lasting difference for children, families and communities', and it is underpinned by a series of values designed to help us assist children and young people to reach their full potential. FCA Cymru is a well-established agency, rated as excellent in our most recent CIW inspection, with a highly motivated and experienced staff team dedicated to supporting each child and foster parent in our care. Our staff are well supported with a range of benefits including a generous holiday allowance and we pride ourselves on being a community where people feel involved and have the opportunity to make a difference to children and families' lives. What We Are Looking For As a Referrals Officer, you will manage referrals received from local authorities and use key information and matching criteria to ensure that placements are carefully matched according to children's needs. You will be required to use your initiative and be able to work independently when required to find creative solutions to foster placement requests. The Referrals Officer role is the first point of contact between local authorities, foster families and social workers. You will need to possess good communication skills and be able to develop positive relationships with colleagues within and outside of the agency, both via written and face-to-face communication. Previous experience of working in a children's services sector may be an advantage though not essential. Excellent organisational and administrative skills are key, together with a passion and motivation to make a difference to the lives of children and their families. We provide an excellent induction into the role and full training and support will be provided. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is friendly, has a big personality, good communication and administrative skills and is seeking a role within a team to make a difference to the lives of children and families. We pride ourselves on the supportive team ethos we have within Cymru as a whole and you would be dealing with families across the whole of the country with the opportunity to visit our office in Abergele to meet with colleagues on occasion should you wish. Contact For more information about this post please contact Fiona Hatton, Referrals Manager, on (phone number removed) / (phone number removed) or at . We would really welcome the opportunity to discuss further with you the role and potential of welcoming you to a fantastic team providing great outcomes for children and young people. To be considered, please apply and we will be in touch. No agencies please. Foster Care Associates is an equal opportunities employer and has been awarded the Disability Confident Employer by the Jobcentre Plus. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check if successful for the position. PandoLogic. Category:Social Services,
May 24, 2026
Full time
Foster Care Associates (The FCA) Referrals Officer - Fostering - Full Time Permanent Location: Office-Based - Bridgend Salary: 23,535.26 per annum Covering Area: Cymru South Benefits Starting at 30 days' annual leave, increasing to 35 days with length of service + bank holidays Company Pension Life Assurance x2 Employee Discount Scheme Medical Cash Plan Free Parking This is an amazing opportunity to join Foster Care Associates. We are seeking a highly motivated and enthusiastic Full Time Referrals Officer to join our inspirational and friendly team to develop and promote the fostering services in Cymru South. Our office is based in Bridgend and we support the hybrid model of working with lots of flexibility to work from home. Benefits of Joining Our Team We are committed to the wellbeing of our staff. The aim of our Staff Wellbeing Strategy is to increase all our employees' well-being, self-esteem, and sense of belonging to a team and create new environments for them to spend productive time together. This includes, walk and talks at the beach or in parks, weekly wellbeing hour, park runs, mindfulness sessions, sea dipping, yoga sessions, raft racing and charity events to name a few. Our office environment is friendly and inviting with tea, coffee, breakfast and lunch items always available for our staff to contribute towards their wellbeing. All this combined with an exceptionally generous annual leave scheme set out above ensures that there are sufficient opportunities for that essential down time. As part of the FCA Cymru team we welcome all members of our staffs' families to be involved in all our activities that we provide to our fostering families and so you can attend many of these days out with your own children and partners as an additional gesture from the company. These have in the past included Alton Towers, West Midlands Safari Park, horse riding, skating trips and lots more to choose from. Within FCA we also take the opportunity for team-building days away when all staff have the opportunity to come together from across Cymru and strengthen our staff collaborations and everything we have achieved. Staff appreciation day is also celebrated yearly across FCA. Robust induction, supportive management team, monthly reflective supervision with line manager and regular learning and reflective opportunities with a highly welcoming and close-knit team will ensure that you feel fully supported at all times. Additional Benefits Refer a friend scheme with a monetary incentive Opportunity to undertake additional recruitment events for additional payments An exceptional platform available for online and face to training opportunities Inclusion to a comprehensive rewards package including access to discounts to hundreds of major retailers Opportunity to join, at a highly reduced rate, our foster talk scheme with all the legal and financial advice this provides as well as additional discounts to various schemes and retailers Competitive mileage allowance About Us Set up by a former foster parent and former social worker in 1994, Foster Care Associates (FCA) is an established fostering agency which forms part of the Polaris Community - one of the UK's largest leading communities of children's service providers. The business was born out of an enthusiasm for delivering fostering services to make a positive difference to the lives of looked after children. Our first office was in the Worcestershire countryside, and that is still where our head office is today. We have come a long way since those early days. Over the years, FCA has built a strong reputation for excellence, and now offers a wide range of services to children and families. But our purpose remains the same; 'to make a positive and lasting difference for children, families and communities', and it is underpinned by a series of values designed to help us assist children and young people to reach their full potential. FCA Cymru is a well-established agency, rated as excellent in our most recent CIW inspection, with a highly motivated and experienced staff team dedicated to supporting each child and foster parent in our care. Our staff are well supported with a range of benefits including a generous holiday allowance and we pride ourselves on being a community where people feel involved and have the opportunity to make a difference to children and families' lives. What We Are Looking For As a Referrals Officer, you will manage referrals received from local authorities and use key information and matching criteria to ensure that placements are carefully matched according to children's needs. You will be required to use your initiative and be able to work independently when required to find creative solutions to foster placement requests. The Referrals Officer role is the first point of contact between local authorities, foster families and social workers. You will need to possess good communication skills and be able to develop positive relationships with colleagues within and outside of the agency, both via written and face-to-face communication. Previous experience of working in a children's services sector may be an advantage though not essential. Excellent organisational and administrative skills are key, together with a passion and motivation to make a difference to the lives of children and their families. We provide an excellent induction into the role and full training and support will be provided. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is friendly, has a big personality, good communication and administrative skills and is seeking a role within a team to make a difference to the lives of children and families. We pride ourselves on the supportive team ethos we have within Cymru as a whole and you would be dealing with families across the whole of the country with the opportunity to visit our office in Abergele to meet with colleagues on occasion should you wish. Contact For more information about this post please contact Fiona Hatton, Referrals Manager, on (phone number removed) / (phone number removed) or at . We would really welcome the opportunity to discuss further with you the role and potential of welcoming you to a fantastic team providing great outcomes for children and young people. To be considered, please apply and we will be in touch. No agencies please. Foster Care Associates is an equal opportunities employer and has been awarded the Disability Confident Employer by the Jobcentre Plus. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check if successful for the position. PandoLogic. Category:Social Services,
BRIDGEND COUNTY BOROUGH COUNCIL
Bridgend, Mid Glamorgan
Our 15+ Team currently has an opportunity for a personal adviser to join them. The 15+ Team work to achieve the best long-term outcomes for the young people they work with. The team strives to support young people making their transition into adulthood an easier and manageable experience. As a personal adviser in the 15+ Team you will be expected to work in partnership with young people, their carers and other professionals to complete high quality assessments in order to develop outcome focused Pathway Plans. You will need to work alongside social workers supporting care experienced young people undertaking needs assessments with a focus on transition. You will need to have a genuine interest in working with young people, committed to supporting positive outcomes and a person centred approach to your role. You will become part of an established and settled team. You will receive regular supervision, support and guidance and become part of a motivated and committed team. The successful applicant must possess a recognised qualification in social care and experience of working with young people aged between 15 and 25. The service incorporates both the requirements of the Social Services & Well Being (Wales) Act 2014 along with safeguarding our most vulnerable children and adults. Bridgend local authority utilises the Signs of Safety model to guide practice and is outcomes focussed in its approach. It will be important for the post holder to have experience in these ways of working or be open to engaging learning and demonstrating transferable skills to enable them to practice using this methodology. The local authority is committed to provide comprehensive training to all staff in using the Signs of Safety model. You will receive a robust induction, regular supervision, additional support and mentoring where required. Additionally, you will be able to further your career with both development and promotional opportunities. For further information on working as a Personal Advisor in Bridgend, please contact the 15+ Team Manager Vanessa John on or . The ability to greet customers through the medium of Welsh is a requirement for this post. Protecting children, young people or adults at risk is a core responsibility of all council employees. An Enhanced Children and Adults Barred list criminal records check by the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) is a requirement for this post. A valid driving licence is requirement for this post. The council's Hybrid Working Policy applies to this post. This provides a framework for establishing how you will undertake working hours between your home and the office. Closing Date: 3 June 2026 Shortlisting Date: 5 June 2026 Interview Date: 11 June 2026 Benefits to working at Bridgend County Borough Council Job Description & Person Specification
May 24, 2026
Full time
Our 15+ Team currently has an opportunity for a personal adviser to join them. The 15+ Team work to achieve the best long-term outcomes for the young people they work with. The team strives to support young people making their transition into adulthood an easier and manageable experience. As a personal adviser in the 15+ Team you will be expected to work in partnership with young people, their carers and other professionals to complete high quality assessments in order to develop outcome focused Pathway Plans. You will need to work alongside social workers supporting care experienced young people undertaking needs assessments with a focus on transition. You will need to have a genuine interest in working with young people, committed to supporting positive outcomes and a person centred approach to your role. You will become part of an established and settled team. You will receive regular supervision, support and guidance and become part of a motivated and committed team. The successful applicant must possess a recognised qualification in social care and experience of working with young people aged between 15 and 25. The service incorporates both the requirements of the Social Services & Well Being (Wales) Act 2014 along with safeguarding our most vulnerable children and adults. Bridgend local authority utilises the Signs of Safety model to guide practice and is outcomes focussed in its approach. It will be important for the post holder to have experience in these ways of working or be open to engaging learning and demonstrating transferable skills to enable them to practice using this methodology. The local authority is committed to provide comprehensive training to all staff in using the Signs of Safety model. You will receive a robust induction, regular supervision, additional support and mentoring where required. Additionally, you will be able to further your career with both development and promotional opportunities. For further information on working as a Personal Advisor in Bridgend, please contact the 15+ Team Manager Vanessa John on or . The ability to greet customers through the medium of Welsh is a requirement for this post. Protecting children, young people or adults at risk is a core responsibility of all council employees. An Enhanced Children and Adults Barred list criminal records check by the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) is a requirement for this post. A valid driving licence is requirement for this post. The council's Hybrid Working Policy applies to this post. This provides a framework for establishing how you will undertake working hours between your home and the office. Closing Date: 3 June 2026 Shortlisting Date: 5 June 2026 Interview Date: 11 June 2026 Benefits to working at Bridgend County Borough Council Job Description & Person Specification
Family Case Worker & Outreach Support Contract: Full time, permanent (part time considered) Location: Norwich Salary: £26,000 £27,500 per annum We are delighted to be supporting a specialist domestic abuse service in their search for a compassionate and skilled Family Case Worker & Outreach Support professional. This vital role supports women, children and young people affected by domestic abuse, providing both refuge-based support and community outreach. This is a full-time position, though part-time arrangements will be considered for the right candidate. The Role You will play a key part in supporting children and young people aged 5 18 and their parent within emergency accommodation, as well as delivering a women s drop in service and outreach support. Key responsibilities include: Providing one to one emotional and practical support to women and children living in refuge. Offering domestic abuse advice and support at a community drop in service. Assessing needs to promote wellbeing and safety. Supporting parents to understand their children s experiences Running group sessions including Stay and Play Providing move on support to families transitioning out of refuge Maintaining accurate, confidential client records Working collaboratively with partner agencies and representing the organisation at external meetings Participating in the out of hours on call rota (additional payment provided) About You We re looking for someone who is compassionate, resilient and committed to empowering women and children. You will bring: A relevant Children and young people (CYP) qualification (NVQ Level 3 or willingness to train) At least two years experience supporting vulnerable children, young people and families Strong safeguarding knowledge for both children and adults Be able to plan and run activities Excellent communication, organisational and interpersonal skills The ability to remain calm under pressure and maintain professional boundaries A full driving licence and access to a vehicle - Essential Most of all you will be non judgemental, reliable, compassionate and committed to delivering high quality support. You will join a dedicated, supportive team making a meaningful difference to families rebuilding their lives after domestic abuse. The organisation offers regular supervision, training opportunities and a strong commitment to staff wellbeing. In line with the Equality Act 2010 (Schedule 9, Part 1), this position is restricted to female applicants only. A female worker is an occupational requirement for the effective and safe delivery of the service. To discuss this role in more detail please contact Hannah at Not For Profit People.
May 24, 2026
Full time
Family Case Worker & Outreach Support Contract: Full time, permanent (part time considered) Location: Norwich Salary: £26,000 £27,500 per annum We are delighted to be supporting a specialist domestic abuse service in their search for a compassionate and skilled Family Case Worker & Outreach Support professional. This vital role supports women, children and young people affected by domestic abuse, providing both refuge-based support and community outreach. This is a full-time position, though part-time arrangements will be considered for the right candidate. The Role You will play a key part in supporting children and young people aged 5 18 and their parent within emergency accommodation, as well as delivering a women s drop in service and outreach support. Key responsibilities include: Providing one to one emotional and practical support to women and children living in refuge. Offering domestic abuse advice and support at a community drop in service. Assessing needs to promote wellbeing and safety. Supporting parents to understand their children s experiences Running group sessions including Stay and Play Providing move on support to families transitioning out of refuge Maintaining accurate, confidential client records Working collaboratively with partner agencies and representing the organisation at external meetings Participating in the out of hours on call rota (additional payment provided) About You We re looking for someone who is compassionate, resilient and committed to empowering women and children. You will bring: A relevant Children and young people (CYP) qualification (NVQ Level 3 or willingness to train) At least two years experience supporting vulnerable children, young people and families Strong safeguarding knowledge for both children and adults Be able to plan and run activities Excellent communication, organisational and interpersonal skills The ability to remain calm under pressure and maintain professional boundaries A full driving licence and access to a vehicle - Essential Most of all you will be non judgemental, reliable, compassionate and committed to delivering high quality support. You will join a dedicated, supportive team making a meaningful difference to families rebuilding their lives after domestic abuse. The organisation offers regular supervision, training opportunities and a strong commitment to staff wellbeing. In line with the Equality Act 2010 (Schedule 9, Part 1), this position is restricted to female applicants only. A female worker is an occupational requirement for the effective and safe delivery of the service. To discuss this role in more detail please contact Hannah at Not For Profit People.
