Fostering Practice Lead
Benefits
Fostering Practice Lead
Location: Wolverhampton
Salary: £45k - £48k (competency based salary scale)
Progress Care is an independent fostering provider, rated OUTSTANDING, practice is underpinned by a trauma informed approach to parenting using the Solihull Approach Model. We are based in Wolverhampton and recruit, assess, and support foster carers who care for and nurture children and young people of all ages and abilities.
We are looking for a dedicated and experienced individual to join our team as a Practice Lead. Could you be what we are looking for, do you think on your feet, are you organised and self-motivated?
We are small size family-owned agency, and our services are delivered at a high standard, we have a team around the child approach. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the growth and development of our fostering team.
The role
The Practice Lead will support the registered manager by overseeing day to day practice of the fostering team.
The role involves supporting social workers and the delivery of training to foster carers.
You will be responsible for ensuring that all relevant regulatory standards are maintained, through regular audits and checks.
You will make sure that foster carers are provided with a high level of support to ensure best outcomes for children.
Package:
- Competitive salary between £45,000 - £48,000 per annum (salary dependant on competency criteria)
- 28 days holiday per year + bank holidays
- Flexible working arrangements with a blend of remote work and office-based duties.
- Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
- Supportive and inclusive work environment.
In addition we offer the following benefits:
Funded DBS and renewals
Private health cashback plan
Online GP, scans, physio, counselling and more
Death in service, 2x salary
Contributory pension
Blue light retail discount card
Annual leave purchase scheme
Broad training and development
Emergency days scheme
Performance management programme and annual review to support progression
Refer a friend reward scheme
Annual superstar awards
Additional annual leave days after 2 and 5 years of service
Utilities comparison service
Counselling line through the Care Workers Charity
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