Parent and Child Foster Carer
Make a real difference in the lives of vulnerable families.

Location: UK-wide (local authority approval required)
Role Type: Full-time (live-in placement)
Salary/Allowance: Generous Weekly Allowance (dependent on experience, needs, and placement type)

About the Role

We are currently seeking compassionate, committed, and resilient individuals or couples to join our fostering team as Parent and Child Foster Carers.

This unique and rewarding role involves providing a safe, structured, and nurturing home for a parent (usually a mother) and their baby or young child (aged 0–7). You will offer guidance, support, and role-modelling to help parents develop essential parenting skills and create a stable, loving environment for their child.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide a safe, caring, and supportive home environment
• Observe and assess parenting capacity, completing weekly activity logs
• Work closely with social workers, health professionals, and other agencies
• Attend review meetings, training sessions, and support groups
• Maintain confidentiality and adhere to safeguarding procedures

What We’re Looking For

• Experience with babies or young children (personal or professional)
• A calm, non-judgmental and patient nature
• A spare bedroom in your home
• Good communication and record-keeping skills
• Willingness to undertake training and ongoing professional development
• Commitment to safeguarding and supporting both parent and child

What We Offer

• Generous weekly allowance
• 24/7 support from a dedicated fostering team
• Ongoing training including safeguarding, record-keeping, and child development
• Support groups and peer networks
• The opportunity to change lives and shape futures

Apply Now

Interested in becoming a Parent and Child Foster Carer? We’d love to hear from you!

To apply or find out more, contact us at:
📧ellareid@parentandchildfosteringassessments.co.uk
📞07956155039
🌐www.parentandchildfosteringassessments.co.uk

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Start your fostering journey today.

Supervising Social Worker

Location: Hybrid (Office in Walton-on-Thames)
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
Job Type: Full-time

Join Our Mission to Support and Empower Foster Families

Are you a passionate and experienced Social Worker looking to make a real difference in the lives of children and carers? We are seeking a Supervising Social Worker to join our dynamic and supportive fostering team. With flexible hybrid working, a competitive salary, and a child-centred, outcomes-focused environment, this is a great opportunity to grow your career while making a meaningful impact.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide regular supervision, support, and guidance to foster carers in line with     regulatory standards and best practices.
• Undertake robust assessments, including viability, parent and child fostering      assessments (PACFA), and annual reviews.
• Monitor  the safety and wellbeing of children placed with foster carers through      regular home visits, phone calls, and unannounced checks.
• Liaise effectively with social workers, local authorities, health professionals, and education providers to ensure a multi-agency approach to care planning.
• Promote carer development by identifying training needs and supporting carers in      accessing learning opportunities.
• Contribute to the organisation’s matching process, ensuring placements are safe,      suitable, and meet the child’s needs.
• Attend and contribute to child reviews, placement meetings, and fostering panels.
• Maintain accurate, timely case recordings in accordance with data protection and      agency policy.
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Requirements

• Qualified Social Worker with current Social Work England registration
• Strong assessment, recording, and communication skills
• Knowledge of fostering legislation, guidance, and standards
• A commitment to child-centred and trauma-informed practice
• Ability to work independently with excellent time management
• Flexibility to travel  for home visits and meetings
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle

What We Offer

• Competitive salary (based on experience and qualifications)
• Hybrid working model – mix of home and office-based
• Generous Annual Leave
• Supportive management and regular reflective supervision
• Ongoing training and CPD opportunities
• Opportunity to work within a values-led, family-focused organisation

How to Apply

If you're ready to make a difference and support our carers in delivering outstanding outcomes for children, we’d love to hear from you.

Please send your CV and a covering letter to or email for more information:
📧ellareid@parentandchildfosteringassessments.co.uk