Fostering Support Worker
As a Fostering Support Worker you are responsible for the kinship of foster carer’s connections with all their connected persons.
Being a Fostering Support Worker
You will act as an advocate for the foster carers within the wider social work team. You will also guide them through their learning and development, emotional support and support them through their regular supervisions, similar to the supervising social worker role, without assessment and reviewing responsibilities.
About the workplace
This is a paid role where you’ll work within the fostering service.
In Wales, fostering services must be registered with Care Inspectorate Wales (CIW), who register, inspect and take action to improve the quality of care services throughout Wales.
Getting started as Fostering Support Worker
You will need supervision skills, accurate report writing and recording, time management, a full driver’s licence and flexibility in working hours.
Required Qualifications
No qualifications needed.
