Two fixed-term posts for twelve months with Warrington Borough Council, part of Foster4, a joint project recruiting and supporting foster carers for nine Cheshire and Merseyside councils. The work centres on guiding and training foster carers who look after children affected by trauma, using a therapeutic, trauma-informed approach. Candidates need a firm grasp of developmental trauma and attachment, plus hands-on experience of therapeutic models in social care, and the role spans several local authorities. Right-to-work evidence is needed before starting; sponsorship is not offered.
What the job involves
- Provide direct support, guidance and training to foster carers caring for children who have experienced trauma
- Use a therapeutic, trauma-informed approach
- Help foster carers create safe, supportive environments that respond to the effects of trauma on a child's development, behaviour and emotional needs
- Deliver impactful training to foster carers
- Work collaboratively across multiple local authorities to improve outcomes for children and young people
What’s required
Experience
- Practical experience applying therapeutic models within a social care setting
Skills & knowledge
- Deep understanding of developmental trauma and attachment
- Excellent communication with foster families
- Ability to deliver impactful training
- Ability to work collaboratively across multiple local authorities
- Ability to converse at ease with customers and give advice in accurate spoken English
Checks & eligibility
- DBS clearance
- Right to work in the UK, evidenced before employment starts
What’s offered
- 26 days annual holiday, rising to 31 after 5 years of service (pro-rata)
- Competitive salary
- Attractive benefits package
- Health & Wellbeing Programme
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Foster4 Therapeutic Practitioner - 2 Positions - Fixed Term 12 months in Nottingham employer: Warrington Borough Council
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Contact Details:
Warrington Borough Council Recruitment Team
