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Effective panels: an introduction to the functions and operations of fostering and adoption panels (England)
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This open course aims to give new and recently appointed fostering and adoption panel members an opportunity to develop their role as effective panel members and to consider the tasks and responsibilities involved. This will be within the context of the current legislative framework and emerging messages from research. Fostering and adoption/permanency panel work is challenging to all concerned in the process. This course is intended to share issues, dilemmas and best practice.
Effective panels: an introduction to the functions and operations of fostering and adoption panels (England)
Event--
This open course aims to give new and recently appointed fostering and adoption panel members an opportunity to develop their role as effective panel members and to consider the tasks and responsibilities involved. This will be within the context of the current legislative framework and emerging messages from research. Fostering and adoption/permanency panel work is challenging to all concerned in the process. This course is intended to share issues, dilemmas and best practice.
Effective Panels: An introduction to the functions and operations of fostering and adoption panels (England)
Event--
This open course aims to give new and recently appointed fostering and adoption panel members an opportunity to develop their role as effective panel members and to consider the tasks and responsibilities involved. This will be within the context of the current legislative framework and emerging messages from research. Fostering and adoption/permanency panel work is challenging to all concerned in the process. This course is intended to share issues, dilemmas and best practice.
Effective panels: An introduction to the functions and operations of fostering and adoption panels (England)
Event--
This open course aims to give new and recently appointed fostering and adoption panel members an opportunity to develop their role as effective panel members and to consider the tasks and responsibilities involved. This will be within the context of the current legislative framework and emerging messages from research. Fostering and adoption/permanency panel work is challenging to all concerned in the process. This course is intended to share issues, dilemmas and best practice.
Foster Care Fortnight 2023
News and updates-
Ellen Broomé talks us through what you can expect from CoramBAAF over the next couple of weeks in support of Foster Care Fortnight™.
Fostering conference 2026, reflections on a remarkable day
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In this blog, our Fostering Consultant, Emma Fincham reflects on our inaugural fostering conference. A day that brought together over 115 professionals working in fostering services across local authorities, and agencies, to discuss the upcoming fostering reforms.
Independent Fostering Panel Member
Independent Fostering Panel Member
Our Fostering Panel membership consists of a range of people who have personal or professional experience relevant to fostering.
We are looking for a Social Worker with at least 3 years relevant post qualifying experience in child care social work, including direct experience of fostering either within a fostering service or in placing and supervising children in foster care. The post holder must be registered with Social Work England and demonstrate an understanding of current legislation, policy and good practice in relation to fostering matters. We are also interested in candidates who are care experienced; those with experience of being a foster carer for family and friends (Kinship/ Connected foster carers) and those with experience or background within the Police, Education and Health.
Rutland County Council 150 per panel + mileage per panel attended ‘In person’ panels are held at Rutland County Council, Catmose, Oakham, LE15 6HP Panels are currently held once monthly (Monday) and are a combination of ‘in person’ panels and virtual panels using Microsoft Teams; therefore applicant/s must have appropriate IT equipment and a good internet connection.
We are looking for a Social Worker with at least 3 years relevant post qualifying experience in child care social work, including direct experience of fostering either within a fostering service or in placing and supervising children in foster care. The post holder must be registered with Social Work England and demonstrate an understanding of current legislation, policy and good practice in relation to fostering matters. We are also interested in candidates who are care experienced; those with experience of being a foster carer for family and friends (Kinship/ Connected foster carers) and those with experience or background within the Police, Education and Health.
Rutland County Council 150 per panel + mileage per panel attended ‘In person’ panels are held at Rutland County Council, Catmose, Oakham, LE15 6HP Panels are currently held once monthly (Monday) and are a combination of ‘in person’ panels and virtual panels using Microsoft Teams; therefore applicant/s must have appropriate IT equipment and a good internet connection.
Director of Practice and Innovation
Director of Practice and Innovation
This is an exceptional opportunity for a high calibre professional with senior leadership experience to join our fantastic organisation. This post is one of three UK directors, working with the CEO to deliver on our organisational strategic objectives. The post will drive forward practice improvements across the sector and ensure continuous improvement through innovative models of practice. A key responsibility for the post holder is to ensure that our services and products are sector leading, evidence-based and child centred.
The Fostering Network
Salary: Band B - £57,000 - £72,000 starting salary dependent on skillset and experience
Pan UK role, we welcome applicants from all parts of the UK. We offer hybrid working, or the option to work from an office, we have offices in London SE1, Cardiff, Glasgow, and Belfast. Due to the nature of this role some travel will be required.
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Foster carers highlight their best #FosteringMoments
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CoramBAAF’s Foster Carer’s Advisory Committee share their #FosteringMoments as part of Foster Care Fortnight.