At a Glance
- Tasks: Engage with potential foster carers and support their journey to make a difference.
- Company: Join a supportive council dedicated to fostering and community engagement.
- Benefits: Flexible working options, inclusive environment, and guaranteed interviews for care-experienced applicants.
- Other info: Diverse workplace with networks for all employees and excellent career development opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in children's lives while building meaningful relationships.
- Qualifications: Experience in social services or fostering, with strong communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Location: Unit 1 Maritime Industrial Estate, Pontypridd
Hours: 37 hours per week
Job Overview
You will help increase the number of foster carers for children in the local area by providing outreach, information and support to potential carers.
Key Responsibilities
- Engage with local people interested in becoming foster carers, answering questions and sharing real experiences of children in care.
- Build relationships and communicate in a clear, easy‑to‑understand manner.
- Be motivated, organised and methodical, providing a positive first impression via phone, email or in‑person meetings.
- Operate flexibly – working from home, office or face‑to‑face in the local area.
- Support the local Foster Wales team by following up fostering journeys and organising social events and engagement activities for all local authority foster carers.
Qualifications and Experience
- Experience within social services, or having been a foster carer, care‑experienced or a member of a fostering family.
- Highly motivated, organised and methodical.
- Excellent listening and relationship‑building skills, able to engage people from all backgrounds.
- Ability to provide ongoing support and organise social events.
Legal Safeguarding Responsibility
Protecting children and vulnerable adults is a core responsibility of all staff appointed to the Council. The successful applicant will also be subject to an enhanced disclosure and barring service check.
Equal Opportunity and Diversity Commitment
The Council values diversity in its workforce. We are committed to ensuring that no unlawful discrimination occurs in the recruitment and selection process on the grounds of age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity including non‑binary, religion or belief, pregnancy or maternity. We offer staff networks for employees, including the Allies Network, Disability and Carers Network and LGBT+ Network.
Welsh Language Policy and Interview Scheme
An application submitted for this post in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application made in English. As part of the Council’s long‑term objectives and Workforce Planning Strategy, a guaranteed interview scheme exists for Welsh‑speakers of Level 3 and above.
Care Experienced Leavers – Guaranteed Interview Scheme
The Council is committed to supporting care‑experienced leavers. Anyone who has spent time within the care system is invited to apply. The Council guarantees an interview for any care‑experienced leaver who meets the essential criteria for the role.
Contact
For more information, contact Amy McArdle at Amy.mcardle@rctcbc.gov.uk
Temporary Regional Recruitment and Retention Officer employer: Rhondda Cynon Taf County Borough Council
As a Temporary Regional Recruitment and Retention Officer with Foster Wales, you will join a supportive and inclusive work culture dedicated to making a meaningful impact in the community. The role offers flexible working arrangements, opportunities for personal growth, and a commitment to diversity, ensuring that every employee feels valued and empowered. With a focus on fostering relationships and providing essential support, this position not only enhances your professional skills but also contributes to the well-being of children in care within the local area.
Contact Details:
Rhondda Cynon Taf County Borough Council Recruitment Team
