Full Time Foster Carers Needed In Hemel Hempstead
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Position Overview & Specifications
Fostering Hearts is seeking dedicated and passionate foster carers to join our team! If you are looking for a rewarding and meaningful role, then look no further.
As an approved foster carer you will be responsible for providing a safe and nurturing home environment to children aged 0-18 years old who have been taken into care. You will provide the day to day needs' of the children, ensure they feel safe and secure in their new home and help them reach their full potential. In addition, you will work closely with South Coast Fostering's staff team, families and relevant professionals to ensure that each child’s individual needs are met.
To be considered as a potential foster carer at Fostering Hearts, you must:
- Have a spare bedroom in your home
- Be caring and compassionate
- Be resilient, able to remain calm under pressure
- Have excellent communication skills - Be willing to learn about different approaches to parenting so that we can help tailor support plans for every child
- A commitment to keeping up with training courses/qualifications required by South Coast Fostering.
In return we offer competitive wages ranging from £450 - £475 per week per child placed in your care plus additional allowances depending upon their needs. You will also receive regular one on one support from the team at South Coast Fostering along with friendship groups amongst other fosters which can offer invaluable advice during challenging times. Finally, Fostering Hearts also offers access to counselling services if needed throughout your fostering journey.
So if you want to make a real difference in the life of a vulnerable young person – apply now!
Job Type: Freelance
Salary: £23,400.00-£74,100.00 per year
Benefits:
- Flexitime
- Referral programme
- Store discount
- Wellness programme
- Work from home
Schedule:
- Flexitime
Application question(s):
- Do you have a spare bedroom for a child?
- Do you know about fostering?
- Which area do you live?
Work Location: One location
Reference ID: Hemel / Carer
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: Civic, Welfare & Social Services
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Full Time Foster Carers Needed In Hemel Hempstead roles across Fostering Hearts's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Civic, Welfare & Social Services.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £23,400 - £74,100 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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