Are you an experienced Fostering-Panel Adviser?
Do you have a passion for making a difference in the fostering sector?
We have a fantastic part time Fostering-Panel Adviser opportunity based within a Fostering Team in the Tameside, Greater Manchester area. The role would be for three days per week - Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Thursdays. The Panel Adviser must be onsite for 2 weeks initially for the induction then 1 day per week working from home after this period.
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Benefits:
- Role would be office based with 1 day WFH
- Fantastic support services within the local authority
- A dedicated consultant - one point of contact
- Keep your CPD/Training up to date by accessing our e-learning online portal
- Weekly payroll
- Two weekly payroll runs
- Weekly mailers keeping you up to date with locum posts within your locality
- Receive up to £300 for referring a friend or colleague (T&Cs apply)
Responsibilities:
- Focus on QA of panel papers to ensure the Foster Panel can proceed with the business and progress to ADM
- Ensuring the Panel membership is compliant and there is a stable membership group in order that the Panel can grow and develop together
- Putting in place a training plan for the Panel and Fostering Service to undertake joint training
- Providing a weekly clinic for fostering staff to receive advice and support with writing and preparing reports
- Set up a fortnightly Panel Matters meeting with Team Managers from Fostering Service and Fostering Reviewing Officers to review ADM decisions/actions to follow up.
To be considered for the Panel Adviser role…ideally you will have:
- 3+ years' experience of working within a similar role
- A Diploma/Degree in Social Work
- Registration with Social Work England
- Strong experience in managing Panels and have a thorough understanding of the Fostering Services Regulations.
To avoid missing out on this fantastic opportunity please apply today - or for more information or a confidential discussion, please call Lynne on 0330 0248 775.
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