Foster Carer for Vulnerable Children

7 days ago


Dover, Delaware, United States Dumfries & Galloway Council Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate ISS Foster Carer to provide a safe and nurturing environment for children and young people with challenging behaviours.

Key Responsibilities
  • Provide high-quality foster care in accordance with the principles and standards expected throughout Scotland.
  • Work closely with the child's family and other professionals to ensure the child's needs are met.
  • Manage the child's behaviour by setting appropriate boundaries and promoting healthy emotional, physical, sexual, and intellectual development.
  • Provide a stable and supportive environment, promoting the child's sense of belonging and well-being.
  • Collaborate with the child's supervising social worker to ensure the child's needs are met and progress is monitored.
Requirements
  • Direct experience of caring for children and young people in a residential care setting.
  • SVQ level 3 in health and social care or equivalent, or willingness to complete this.
  • Existing experience as a foster carer or direct work with vulnerable children and young people.
  • Understanding of vulnerable children and young people's varying needs and how to deal with emergency situations.
  • Ability to work as part of a professional care team and provide care for a child on a full-time basis.
Benefits
  • Competitive fee and age-related allowance.
  • Training and support from Dumfries and Galloway Council.
  • Opportunity to make a positive difference in the lives of vulnerable children and young people.
What We Offer
  • An allocated supervising social worker.
  • Training in required and specialist courses.
  • Monthly support visits.
  • Support to attend meetings.
  • Support group.
  • Carers newsletters.


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