Five Rivers
Independent Panel Member
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About Five Rivers Child Care
Five Rivers Child Care is a Social Enterprise committed to transforming the lives of children and young people, by reinvesting in children’s futures.
Role: Independent Panel Members
We are recruiting Independent Panel Members for our Midlands Region based in Bromsgrove within the Fostering sector.
Responsibilities
You will be required to prepare for and be present on the Panel meeting. Successful candidates will be responsible, in collaboration with the other Panel members, for making recommendations about applicants’ suitability to foster and the continued approval of existing foster carers. You will demonstrate skills drawing upon your own personal and professional knowledge and experience. You must uphold our policies and procedures to ensure equality, inclusion and anti-discriminatory practice. The suitable candidates must be able to work as a team member to achieve the best outcomes for the children, prioritising their individual needs and safety.
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Requirements
- Experience of working with children/young people would be an advantage but optional.
- Representation from other sectors such as care leavers, foster carers, health, and Police is advantageous.
- We value and welcome diversity.
- No formal social work qualifications are necessary but understanding and empathy for the work required are essential.
Application
If you are interested in these posts and have the necessary skills and experience, please do not hesitate to apply by completing our online application form.
Compensation
As a Panel Member, you will receive £225 per panel. Our panel takes place on the 3rd Thursday of every month, this may be virtually or held in person, please be aware travel may be expected.
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We also hold a Panel Day each year at the Bromsgrove office where panel members are expected to attend in person.
Additional Information
For more information, please contact [email protected]
Five Rivers Child Care is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of Children and Young People.
Applicants must be willing to undergo appropriate child protection screening, including employment references and DBS check.
Equal Opportunities
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.
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