Salary range: Grade 8 (£41,511 - £43,449 p.a.)
Contract: Permanent
Hours of work: 36 hours per week
Location: Croydon

Fostering Recruitment Officer

Croydon Council | Grade 8 | 36 hours per week

Croydon Council is looking for a dynamic, enthusiastic and passionate Fostering Recruitment Officer to help us find more exceptional foster carers who can provide safe, nurturing and loving homes for Croydon’s children. Croydon’s Fostering Service is a fast-paced and exciting place to work as we continue to improve our support offer to Foster Carers.

You will be at the heart of our recruitment activity, engaging with prospective foster carers from their first enquiry on the phone, over email and in person through to organising and attending community events, developing relationships with local organisations and Fostering Champions. You will be skilled at working creatively with colleagues to promote fostering across Croydon by facilitating events, providing information and maintaining accurate case records. You will also be key to supporting applicants through the assessment journey.

We are looking for someone who is:

Energetic, proactive and motivated, with a willingness to try new approaches and take on challenges.
Has an understanding of fostering, although training is provided
Passionate about making a difference to children and young people.
Enjoys working in a large organisation
An excellent communicator who can inspire and positively influence others.
Confident building strong relationships with Croydon’s diverse communities.
Highly organised, adaptable and able to manage competing priorities.
Creative and confident using events and community engagement to promote fostering.
Comfortable working independently while being a strong team player.
Able to maintain accurate and detailed records

Some evening and weekend working is required, and the ability to travel locally and transport event materials/equipment is important.

Join us and help inspire more people to foster for Croydon, giving our children the opportunity to thrive.

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