Job Title
Foster Carer - Willenhall
Overview
Dispuut \"In Vino Veritas\" is an independent fostering agency based at Stoneleigh Park, Warwickshire. From this central location we coordinate local services for foster carers across the West and East Midlands. We are actively seeking foster carers to join our team from across the region.
Responsibilities
As a foster carer, you will look after children in your own home on either a short‑or long‑term basis, fulfilling care plans in conjunction with a wider team of professionals. You will transport children to nursery or school, build relationships with teachers and key staff, support them to spend time with birth family members, and promote their activities and interests.
Essential Criteria
* Have a spare bedroom.
* You must be over 21 years old.
* Ability to drive or access to good public transport links.
* A commitment to training and professional development.
* Experience working with children, including teaching, nursing, support work, or caring professions.
Benefits
* Competitive fostering allowances.
* Your own experienced social worker with regular telephone calls, support visits and monthly supervision meetings.
* Support 24 hours a day, every day of the year.
* Comprehensive training package (face‑to‑face and online).
* Regular social events with other foster carers and their families and children in placement.
* National Trust or English Heritage membership.
Diversity and Inclusion
We are committed to finding individuals and families who reflect the diverse communities in which we live. Your sexual orientation, marital status, age, religion, culture, and ethnicity are not determining factors and will be explored further as part of the fostering assessment process.
Employment Information
Seniority Level: Entry level
Employment Type: Full-time
Job Function: Other
Industry: Individual and Family Services
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