Ready to Join Us?
Culture at FCC is something we all own; we are all ambassadors, and we expect high standards! Our team not only demonstrate our ethical values daily through their work but are proactive in identifying innovative ideas that improve the outcomes of the children in our care and our charity.
We have an inclusive work environment where each person is considered an individual and given a voice. We work hard to provide a sense of security, fulfilment and purpose, alongside supporting your health and well-being. Our recruitment practice puts the safety of children and equal opportunity at the centre of our decision making.
Our culture of being child centred, inclusive, ethical and working in partnership, is the foundation for how, together, we’ll make a real difference to the lives of children and communities across the midlands, eastern and northern England.
Working for The Foster Care Charity means you get the opportunity to change the lives of children and families, every day. But, in addition to this, we also offer our team:
- Competitive salary
- 10% Employer contributory pension scheme
- Generous annual leave entitlement - 2 weeks above statutory minimum
- Home working allowance - for all staff, regardless of length of time worked from home
- Car allowance for essential car users
- 'Buy' or 'Sell' annual leave scheme
- Company Sick Pay scheme
- Paid emergency time off for dependents
- Training & development opportunities
- Occupational health assessment
FCC offers a supportive working environment, with an integrated approach to employee health and wellbeing, bringing more engagement and commitment from our team. We offer remote contracts of employment for Social Workers (who are based regionally across England) and hybrid working arrangements for all other staff.
All FCC employees have regular opportunities to meet (face to face and via online platforms) to share experiences and keep each other updated, alongside our all-staff biannual face-to-face ‘strategic away day’.
Are you a qualified and experienced Social Worker, with at least 3 years work experience within a fostering charity, local authority or independent agency?
Do you hold the same values we do? Are you driven by making a difference?
We recruit SSW’s across England, who are confident working independently and remotely (with managerial support) across their designated region.
This role is held by a qualified teacher who has had many years’ experience working in the public sector. They are notified when children and young people join the agency and monitor their educational progress throughout the period of FCC care. The Education Specialist liaises with carers, placing authorities and individual social workers, promoting educational achievement and assisting where difficulties are present.
Experienced administrators with excellent customer service and computer skills. Able to multi-task and turn their hands to any challenge.
Book-keeping, invoice processing or pay-roll experience preferred. Knowledge of contracts and previous experience of working for a charity would be an advantage.
To become a foster carer you must be over age 21, have at least one spare bedroom in your home and have the stamina, love and compassion to care for a child. You can find out more about becoming a foster carer on our fostering for us page.
A supportive and caring community
"Great things happen when we work together. As people, it is the differences that bring us closer together, from championing the children and carers in our care, to cherishing a culture that puts the needs of children at the heart of our decision making. "
"When you join FCC, the work you do can touch thousands of lives across the country. When you apply your talent to our charitable purpose, there’s no end to the lifelong impact we can make together. And that changes everything."
Our People, Our Values
We champion great people
#WeAreFCC
We are inclusive
- Kindness and respect for caregivers, children, and staff
- Celebrating diversity and promoting equal opportunities
- Open, honest communication for meaningful connections
- Transparency, kindness, and fairness in policies
- Shaping a future of genuine "Inclusivity & Fairness"
We are Child Centred
- Every child deserves the best start in life
- Delivering excellent children's social care
- Nurturing aspirations for a brighter future
- Prioritize children and involve them in decision-making
- "Ambitious for Children" is our trusted promise
We do the right thing
- Strong moral compass guides our decisions
- We value integrity and and promote behavioural standards
- Objectivity & fairness are prioritised
- Committed to building trust and making a positive impact
- Embracing a "Morally Driven" approach
We work in partnership
- Believe in building strong partnerships
- Embrace a culture of cooperation
- Prioritize shared goals over individual interests
- Exchange information, knowledge, and resources
- Committed to success for all as "Collaborative Partners"
The Foster Care Charity (FCC) is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children; applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosures Barring Service clearance at enhanced level. CVs will not be accepted, all applicants must complete an application form.
FCC is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive workplace – a place where we can all be ourselves and succeedon merit. View our Equality & Diversity statement.