Job Summary
Contract Type:
Please See Advert Text
Working Pattern:
As and when required
Advert Start Date:
02/01/2018
Advert End Date:
Closed for applications on 31/03/2018 23:59
Salary:
£183 - £1300 PCM (Scheme dependent)
Allowances:
Additional allowance when you have a child in placement
Job Category:
Social Care - Children Service
Employment Location:
Home based with some local travel
Further Information
We need people from all walks of life, to care for the children and young people of Redcar & Cleveland aged from 0 to 18 years, providing short to long term stays and respite care. Redcar & Cleveland Borough Council are a non-profit organisation so our focus is on the best interest of the children and providing the best support for our foster carers
Foster carers for Redcar & Cleveland will receive:
• A high level of support via a local Supervising Social Worker (SSW) and access to an out of hours helpline, so help is always at hand when needed
• Generous allowances paid for each child/young person in placement and travel allowance.
• Weekly fee (when child/young person in placement)
• Local fostering support groups and social events
• Excellent ongoing and up-to-date training which is flexible to fit round their lifestyle and tailored to their needs
• Support from Fostering Support Workers who can assist the child or young person they are fostering
• Expert advice, guidance and support on education and health
Take the first step and visit our website www.redcar-cleveland.gov.uk/foster to find out more.
You can contact us on 0800 073 8800 / 01642 771 500 or email foster@redcar-cleveland.gov.uk
Please note
This job is closed for applications.