Pathway Foster Carer
Leicestershire County CouncilHarborough, England, United Kingdom
Posted October 19, 2023
39535.6 - 42863.6 GBP year
Contract / Temporary
About the Company
Leicestershire County Council is a leading local authority serving over 650,000 residents with a wide range of essential services including roads and transport, environment and waste management, children's and adult social care, schools, public health, libraries, and museums. The council is known for its focus on creating a high-quality living environment and providing efficient, value-for-money public services through collaboration with communities and partners.
Job Description
This contract-based position with Leicestershire County Council is for a Pathway Foster Carer. The role offers home-based support to looked after children and young people, with training, professional development, and generous payments. The role emphasizes making a tangible difference to young lives and supporting the looked after children in their local community.
Requirements
- Skills and experience working with children and young people (residential care, special education needs, or health disabilities is preferred)
- Interest in spending time with children and young people
- Ability to provide intensive support to a young person
- Supportive team environment
Benefits
- Training
- Professional development
- Generous payments and allowances
- Home-based work
- Supportive team
