Referrals Officer - Fostering
Join Our Family as a Referrals Officer!
Location: Belfast
Type: Permanent, Part-Time (25 hours per week)
Working Days: Thursday and Friday, 9am-5pm; other days are flexible
Salary: £16,806.83 per annum (£23,529.57 FTE)
Why Choose Us?
At Foster Care Associates (FCA), we believe in making a positive difference in the lives of looked-after children. Founded in 1994 by a former foster parent and social worker, we have grown into one of the UK's largest independent fostering agencies. Our mission is simple yet powerful: "to make a positive and lasting difference for children, families, and communities."
We pride ourselves on our family-like atmosphere, where every child and foster parent receives unwavering support. Join us in our journey to empower children to reach their full potential!
Your Role
As a Referrals Officer, you will be the vital link between Health and Social Care Trusts, foster families, and social workers. Your responsibilities will include:
- Managing referrals from Health and Social Care Trusts.
- Using key information and matching criteria to ensure placements meet children's needs.
- Finding creative solutions to foster placement requests.
- Building positive relationships with colleagues and communicating confidently with professionals at all levels.
What We’re Looking For
We seek someone who can work independently and is proactive in their approach. Ideally, you will have:
- Experience in the children's services sector or a similar field.
- Strong administrative skills and the ability to follow regulatory policies and processes.
- A knack for thriving in a fast-paced team environment.
Don’t worry if you’re new to this role; full training will be provided!
Working Conditions & Benefits
We value our team members and offer a range of benefits, including:
- 30 days of annual leave, increasing to 35 days with length of service, plus bank holidays (pro rata).
- Company pension scheme.
- Life assurance (x2).
- Employee discount scheme.
- Medical cash plan.
- Free parking.
Join Us!
If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact and be part of a supportive family, we’d love to hear from you! Apply now and take the first step towards a rewarding career with FCA.
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 AccessNI check.
