Referrals Officer

Join Our Team as a Referrals Officer at Foster Care Associates!

Are you passionate about making a positive impact in the lives of children and families? At Foster Care Associates (FCA), we are on a mission to create lasting change, and we want you to be a part of it!

About Us

Founded in 1994 by a former foster parent and social worker, FCA has grown into one of the UK's leading fostering agencies. Our commitment to excellence has earned us an Outstanding rating from Ofsted, and we pride ourselves on our supportive community of dedicated professionals.

Our purpose is clear: “to make a positive and lasting difference for children, families, and communities.” We believe in empowering children and young people to reach their full potential, and we are looking for individuals who share this vision.

Your Role

As a Referrals Officer, you will play a crucial role in managing referrals from local authorities. Your responsibilities will include:

• Carefully matching placements according to children's needs using key information and criteria.
• Being the first point of contact for local authorities, foster families, and social workers.
• Utilizing your initiative to find creative solutions for foster placement requests.
• Building positive relationships through effective communication, both written and face-to-face.

What We’re Looking For

We seek someone with:

• Excellent communication skills and a knack for relationship-building.
• Strong organizational and administrative abilities.
• A passion for making a difference in the lives of children and families.
• Previous experience in the children's services sector is a plus, but not essential.

Don’t worry if you’re new to this role; we provide a comprehensive induction and full training to help you succeed!

Working Conditions

This is a full-time, permanent position based in our Sheffield office. You will be part of a motivated and experienced team dedicated to supporting children and foster parents.

Why Join Us?

At FCA, we value our employees and offer a range of benefits, including:

• 30 days of annual leave (increasing to 35 days with length of service) plus Bank Holidays.
• Company pension and life assurance (x2).
• Employee discount scheme and medical cash plan.
• Free parking at our office.

If you’re ready to embark on a rewarding journey with us, we encourage you to apply! Together, we can make a difference in the lives of children and families.

Foster Care Associates is an equal opportunities employer and has been awarded the Disability Confident Employer status by Jobcentre Plus. Please note that the successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.