Could this be your most rewarding role yet? To view this advert in Welsh, please click here . Become a Lleol (local) Foster Carer with Flintshire County Council Annual Fee: £50,000 + up to £13,453.96 in Weekly Allowances Plus, additional payments for holidays, birthdays & Christmas You've built a career supporting others But have you ever thought about doing it from your own home - and truly changing a life forever? We're looking for people with passion, patience, and experience to take the next step - not just into another job, but into a whole new way of making a difference. This is fostering - but not as you know it.This is Lleol Fostering . Lleol means local in Welsh and with fostering - maintaining locality is hugely important.There are children and young people in and around the Flintshire area who need something more than just a traditional fostering placement. They need time, patience, expertise - and above all - someone who will believe in them and fight their corner. We are looking for extraordinary people to join us as Lleol Foster Carers - including those who have worked as Activity Coordinators , creating safe, engaging, and meaningful experiences for individuals across a range of settings. If you've supported people by building their confidence, encouraging participation, and promoting emotional and social wellbeing, your creativity and relationship-building skills could make a lasting difference in a child's life - by offering them the one thing they need most - a safe, therapeutic home. What makes Lleol Foster Carers different? This is a specialist fostering role - supporting young people who are leaving high-support settings like residential care and helping them to transition to family life as smoothly as possible. We take a therapeutic approach to professional parenting, giving you every opportunity to develop your skills through full training, exceptional support, and a team walking alongside you every step of the way. What You'll Receive as a Lleol Foster Carer: £50,000 Annual Fee recognising your dedicated time, skill & commitment Up to £258.79 Weekly Fostering Allowance (over £13,453 annually) Additional Allowances for Birthdays, Holidays & Christmas Access to a linked Lleol Support Foster Carer - for practical help and respite 50% discount on your Council Tax payments Therapeutic Training & Qualifications Membership to The Fostering Network Access to the Mockingbird Support Model Blue Light Card membership - access to more than 15,000 discounts nationwide Reward & Recognition via the CareFriends App Regular Wellbeing events & Peer Support groups Could You Be a Lleol Foster Carer? We're looking for individuals or couples who: Have professional or personal experience in supporting children & young people Can provide a nurturing, therapeutic home environment Have at least one spare bedroom that can be dedicated to fostering Hold a full driving licence Are able to offer their full-time commitment to this role Can work as part of a professional team, attend meetings, and engage in training Are resilient, reflective, and ready to parent in a new and guided way Are open to registering as self-employed Ideally, you won't have other children under 16 living in your home (though exceptions may apply dependent on individual fostering experience).
Sep 01, 2025
Full time
Could this be your most rewarding role yet? To view this advert in Welsh, please click here . Become a Lleol (local) Foster Carer with Flintshire County Council Annual Fee: £50,000 + up to £13,453.96 in Weekly Allowances Plus, additional payments for holidays, birthdays & Christmas You've built a career supporting others But have you ever thought about doing it from your own home - and truly changing a life forever? We're looking for people with passion, patience, and experience to take the next step - not just into another job, but into a whole new way of making a difference. This is fostering - but not as you know it.This is Lleol Fostering . Lleol means local in Welsh and with fostering - maintaining locality is hugely important.There are children and young people in and around the Flintshire area who need something more than just a traditional fostering placement. They need time, patience, expertise - and above all - someone who will believe in them and fight their corner. We are looking for extraordinary people to join us as Lleol Foster Carers - including those who have worked as Activity Coordinators , creating safe, engaging, and meaningful experiences for individuals across a range of settings. If you've supported people by building their confidence, encouraging participation, and promoting emotional and social wellbeing, your creativity and relationship-building skills could make a lasting difference in a child's life - by offering them the one thing they need most - a safe, therapeutic home. What makes Lleol Foster Carers different? This is a specialist fostering role - supporting young people who are leaving high-support settings like residential care and helping them to transition to family life as smoothly as possible. We take a therapeutic approach to professional parenting, giving you every opportunity to develop your skills through full training, exceptional support, and a team walking alongside you every step of the way. What You'll Receive as a Lleol Foster Carer: £50,000 Annual Fee recognising your dedicated time, skill & commitment Up to £258.79 Weekly Fostering Allowance (over £13,453 annually) Additional Allowances for Birthdays, Holidays & Christmas Access to a linked Lleol Support Foster Carer - for practical help and respite 50% discount on your Council Tax payments Therapeutic Training & Qualifications Membership to The Fostering Network Access to the Mockingbird Support Model Blue Light Card membership - access to more than 15,000 discounts nationwide Reward & Recognition via the CareFriends App Regular Wellbeing events & Peer Support groups Could You Be a Lleol Foster Carer? We're looking for individuals or couples who: Have professional or personal experience in supporting children & young people Can provide a nurturing, therapeutic home environment Have at least one spare bedroom that can be dedicated to fostering Hold a full driving licence Are able to offer their full-time commitment to this role Can work as part of a professional team, attend meetings, and engage in training Are resilient, reflective, and ready to parent in a new and guided way Are open to registering as self-employed Ideally, you won't have other children under 16 living in your home (though exceptions may apply dependent on individual fostering experience).
Could this be your most rewarding role yet? To view this advert in Welsh, please click here . Become a Lleol (local) Foster Carer with Flintshire County Council Annual Fee: £50,000 + up to £13,453.96 in Weekly Allowances Plus, additional payments for holidays, birthdays & Christmas You've built a career supporting others But have you ever thought about doing it from your own home - and truly changing a life forever? We're looking for people with passion, patience, and experience to take the next step - not just into another job, but into a whole new way of making a difference. This is fostering - but not as you know it.This is Lleol Fostering . Lleol means local in Welsh and with fostering - maintaining locality is hugely important.There are children and young people in and around the Flintshire area who need something more than just a traditional fostering placement. They need time, patience, expertise - and above all - someone who will believe in them and fight their corner. We are looking for extraordinary people to join us as Lleol Foster Carers - including those who have worked as Inclusion Coordinators , promoting equality, supporting pupils with additional needs, and ensuring all children feel safe, supported, and included in education. If you've championed vulnerable learners and worked to remove barriers to learning, you could make an incredible difference in a child's life by offering them a stable and therapeutic home environment. What makes Lleol Foster Carers different? This is a specialist fostering role - supporting young people who are leaving high-support settings like residential care and helping them to transition to family life as smoothly as possible. We take a therapeutic approach to professional parenting , giving you every opportunity to develop your skills through full training, exceptional support, and a team walking alongside you every step of the way. What You'll Receive as a Lleol Foster Carer: £50,000 Annual Fee recognising your dedicated time, skill & commitment Up to £258.79 Weekly Fostering Allowance (over £13,453 annually) Additional Allowances for Birthdays, Holidays & Christmas Access to a linked Lleol Support Foster Carer - for practical help and respite 50% discount on your Council Tax payments Therapeutic Training & Qualifications Membership to The Fostering Network Access to the Mockingbird Support Model Blue Light Card membership - access to more than 15,000 discounts nationwide Reward & Recognition via the CareFriends App Regular Wellbeing events & Peer Support groups Could You Be a Lleol Foster Carer? We're looking for individuals or couples who: Have professional or personal experience in supporting children & young people Can provide a nurturing, therapeutic home environment Have at least one spare bedroom that can be dedicated to fostering Hold a full driving licence Are able to offer their full-time commitment to this role Can work as part of a professional team , attend meetings, and engage in training Are resilient, reflective , and ready to parent in a new and guided way Are open to registering as self-employed Ideally, you won't have other children under 16 living in your home (though exceptions may apply dependent on individual fostering experience). This Could Be the Career Change You Never Knew You Were Ready For. If you've worked as a: Inclusion Coordinator SEN/Inclusion Lead Pastoral or Behaviour Lead Additional Learning Needs (ALN) Support Officer then your ability to advocate for young people and provide individualised support could make you an outstanding foster carer . Interested in finding out more about becoming a Lleol Foster Carer in Flintshire? This is a unique opportunity to do what you do best - but in a role where you can give children what no setting ever can: family, belonging, and the stability of a loving home.
Sep 01, 2025
Full time
Could this be your most rewarding role yet? To view this advert in Welsh, please click here . Become a Lleol (local) Foster Carer with Flintshire County Council Annual Fee: £50,000 + up to £13,453.96 in Weekly Allowances Plus, additional payments for holidays, birthdays & Christmas You've built a career supporting others But have you ever thought about doing it from your own home - and truly changing a life forever? We're looking for people with passion, patience, and experience to take the next step - not just into another job, but into a whole new way of making a difference. This is fostering - but not as you know it.This is Lleol Fostering . Lleol means local in Welsh and with fostering - maintaining locality is hugely important.There are children and young people in and around the Flintshire area who need something more than just a traditional fostering placement. They need time, patience, expertise - and above all - someone who will believe in them and fight their corner. We are looking for extraordinary people to join us as Lleol Foster Carers - including those who have worked as Inclusion Coordinators , promoting equality, supporting pupils with additional needs, and ensuring all children feel safe, supported, and included in education. If you've championed vulnerable learners and worked to remove barriers to learning, you could make an incredible difference in a child's life by offering them a stable and therapeutic home environment. What makes Lleol Foster Carers different? This is a specialist fostering role - supporting young people who are leaving high-support settings like residential care and helping them to transition to family life as smoothly as possible. We take a therapeutic approach to professional parenting , giving you every opportunity to develop your skills through full training, exceptional support, and a team walking alongside you every step of the way. What You'll Receive as a Lleol Foster Carer: £50,000 Annual Fee recognising your dedicated time, skill & commitment Up to £258.79 Weekly Fostering Allowance (over £13,453 annually) Additional Allowances for Birthdays, Holidays & Christmas Access to a linked Lleol Support Foster Carer - for practical help and respite 50% discount on your Council Tax payments Therapeutic Training & Qualifications Membership to The Fostering Network Access to the Mockingbird Support Model Blue Light Card membership - access to more than 15,000 discounts nationwide Reward & Recognition via the CareFriends App Regular Wellbeing events & Peer Support groups Could You Be a Lleol Foster Carer? We're looking for individuals or couples who: Have professional or personal experience in supporting children & young people Can provide a nurturing, therapeutic home environment Have at least one spare bedroom that can be dedicated to fostering Hold a full driving licence Are able to offer their full-time commitment to this role Can work as part of a professional team , attend meetings, and engage in training Are resilient, reflective , and ready to parent in a new and guided way Are open to registering as self-employed Ideally, you won't have other children under 16 living in your home (though exceptions may apply dependent on individual fostering experience). This Could Be the Career Change You Never Knew You Were Ready For. If you've worked as a: Inclusion Coordinator SEN/Inclusion Lead Pastoral or Behaviour Lead Additional Learning Needs (ALN) Support Officer then your ability to advocate for young people and provide individualised support could make you an outstanding foster carer . Interested in finding out more about becoming a Lleol Foster Carer in Flintshire? This is a unique opportunity to do what you do best - but in a role where you can give children what no setting ever can: family, belonging, and the stability of a loving home.
Could this be your most rewarding role yet? To view this advert in Welsh, please click here . Become a Lleol (local) Foster Carer with Flintshire County Council Annual Fee: £50,000 + up to £13,453.96 in Weekly Allowances Plus, additional payments for holidays, birthdays & Christmas You've built a career supporting others But have you ever thought about doing it from your own home - and truly changing a life forever? We're looking for people with passion, patience, and experience to take the next step - not just into another job, but into a whole new way of making a difference. This is fostering - but not as you know it.This is Lleol Fostering . Lleol means local in Welsh and with fostering - maintaining locality is hugely important.There are children and young people in and around the Flintshire area who need something more than just a traditional fostering placement. They need time, patience, expertise - and above all - someone who will believe in them and fight their corner. We are looking for extraordinary people to join us as Lleol Foster Carers - including those who have worked as Work Placement Coordinators , experienced in supporting young people to access education, training, and employment opportunities. If you've helped young people develop skills and confidence to prepare for their futures, your experience could offer a child the one thing they need most - a safe, therapeutic home where they can grow and succeed. What makes Lleol Foster Carers different? This is a specialist fostering role - supporting young people who are leaving high-support settings like residential care and helping them to transition to family life as smoothly as possible. We take a therapeutic approach to professional parenting, giving you every opportunity to develop your skills through full training, exceptional support, and a team walking alongside you every step of the way. What You'll Receive as a Lleol Foster Carer: £50,000 Annual Fee recognising your dedicated time, skill & commitment Up to £258.79 Weekly Fostering Allowance (over £13,453 annually) Additional Allowances for Birthdays, Holidays & Christmas Access to a linked Lleol Support Foster Carer - for practical help and respite 50% discount on your Council Tax payments Therapeutic Training & Qualifications Membership to The Fostering Network Access to the Mockingbird Support Model Blue Light Card membership - access to more than 15,000 discounts nationwide Reward & Recognition via the CareFriends App Regular Wellbeing events & Peer Support groups Could You Be a Lleol Foster Carer? We're looking for individuals or couples who: Have professional or personal experience in supporting children & young people Can provide a nurturing, therapeutic home environment Have at least one spare bedroom that can be dedicated to fostering Hold a full driving licence Are able to offer their full-time commitment to this role Can work as part of a professional team, attend meetings, and engage in training Are resilient, reflective, and ready to parent in a new and guided way Are open to registering as self-employed Ideally, you won't have other children under 16 living in your home (though exceptions may apply dependent on individual fostering experience). This Could Be the Career Change You Never Knew You Were Ready For. If you've worked as a:
Sep 01, 2025
Full time
Could this be your most rewarding role yet? To view this advert in Welsh, please click here . Become a Lleol (local) Foster Carer with Flintshire County Council Annual Fee: £50,000 + up to £13,453.96 in Weekly Allowances Plus, additional payments for holidays, birthdays & Christmas You've built a career supporting others But have you ever thought about doing it from your own home - and truly changing a life forever? We're looking for people with passion, patience, and experience to take the next step - not just into another job, but into a whole new way of making a difference. This is fostering - but not as you know it.This is Lleol Fostering . Lleol means local in Welsh and with fostering - maintaining locality is hugely important.There are children and young people in and around the Flintshire area who need something more than just a traditional fostering placement. They need time, patience, expertise - and above all - someone who will believe in them and fight their corner. We are looking for extraordinary people to join us as Lleol Foster Carers - including those who have worked as Work Placement Coordinators , experienced in supporting young people to access education, training, and employment opportunities. If you've helped young people develop skills and confidence to prepare for their futures, your experience could offer a child the one thing they need most - a safe, therapeutic home where they can grow and succeed. What makes Lleol Foster Carers different? This is a specialist fostering role - supporting young people who are leaving high-support settings like residential care and helping them to transition to family life as smoothly as possible. We take a therapeutic approach to professional parenting, giving you every opportunity to develop your skills through full training, exceptional support, and a team walking alongside you every step of the way. What You'll Receive as a Lleol Foster Carer: £50,000 Annual Fee recognising your dedicated time, skill & commitment Up to £258.79 Weekly Fostering Allowance (over £13,453 annually) Additional Allowances for Birthdays, Holidays & Christmas Access to a linked Lleol Support Foster Carer - for practical help and respite 50% discount on your Council Tax payments Therapeutic Training & Qualifications Membership to The Fostering Network Access to the Mockingbird Support Model Blue Light Card membership - access to more than 15,000 discounts nationwide Reward & Recognition via the CareFriends App Regular Wellbeing events & Peer Support groups Could You Be a Lleol Foster Carer? We're looking for individuals or couples who: Have professional or personal experience in supporting children & young people Can provide a nurturing, therapeutic home environment Have at least one spare bedroom that can be dedicated to fostering Hold a full driving licence Are able to offer their full-time commitment to this role Can work as part of a professional team, attend meetings, and engage in training Are resilient, reflective, and ready to parent in a new and guided way Are open to registering as self-employed Ideally, you won't have other children under 16 living in your home (though exceptions may apply dependent on individual fostering experience). This Could Be the Career Change You Never Knew You Were Ready For. If you've worked as a:
We're looking for a Creative Arts Coordinator to bring imagination, structure and purpose to art sessions that support people living with dementia. This is a role where your drawing and painting skills will be at the heart of helping people express themselves, discover new possibilities, and enjoy the simple pleasure of creating something of their own. What you'll be doing Leading creative workshops tailored to individual interests and abilities Using drawing and painting to encourage confidence and connection Supporting people both in groups and one-to-one Planning outings and activities to enrich the experience of those we support Coordinating volunteers to keep sessions running smoothly What we're looking for Strong skills in drawing and painting, with the ability to share them in an accessible way A background in the arts, ideally with or working towards a qualification Enthusiasm, creativity, and the confidence to inspire others An understanding of dementia and how creativity can support wellbeing Flexibility to work occasional evenings and weekends This isn't just about running art sessions. It's about creating moments of joy, dignity and connection that can brighten someone's day and leave a lasting impact. If you're ready to use your creativity to make a difference, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now and help us turn every brushstroke into something truly meaningful. We also offer you a range of benefits that you would expect from an organisation that support others. Firstly, there is access to a wide range of exclusive retail and leisure discounts through our rewards scheme and the Blue Light Discount card. We also ensure that your future and that of your loved ones is secured with a generous contributory pension plan and death in service benefit. Balancing work and family are made easier with our suite of enhanced family friendly policies and your health and wellness are prioritised with access to our health cash plan, giving you cash back for a wide range of health treatments. We even have access to a care concierge service to assist you with life's challenges, providing invaluable support when you need it most. But we also know that your training and development is important to you, and as well as a contribution to your professional membership fees, we are keen to support you in making the right steps to learn, grow and develop in ways that are right for you. CrossReach has been at the forefront of high quality social care for over 150 years, providing loving care to people of all ages and supporting them to live life to the full whatever their circumstances. During that time, we have worked hard to understand the needs of the people who turn to us for help and with them have been at the forefront of pioneering services which have literally changed thousands of lives for the better. Today we are one of the largest social care providers in Scotland, with experience across a broad range of services. We are still growing, learning, and improving, thanks to the incredible people we have the privilege to support, and all those who support us. We are part of the Church of Scotland and aim to provide social care services and specialist resources in Christ's name to further the caring work of the Church to people in challenging circumstances. As we do our work in Christ's name the job you have applied for requires you to have a Christian faith and be able to work within and uphold our Christian Ethos. This is an Occupational Requirement under Part 1 of Schedule 9 to the Equality Act 2010. This post requires you to be a member of the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme and undertake the necessary vetting checks. You will also be required to be registered with SSSC and it is your professional responsibility to ensure that you meet the standards and criteria for registration. We have a legal obligation to ensure that we do not employ any worker who has not been granted the relevant permission to work in the UK. This permission is without exception granted by UK Visas and Immigrations. We are required to check the entitlement to work in the UK of all prospective employees, regardless of nationality or job category. We are committed to ensuring that we attract, retain, and develop the very best people to build a diverse and talented team and we recognise that every individual's unique background, experience and ability contributes to our success. We aim to create an inclusive and inspiring environment where individuals feel valued and respected and where people can belong, thrive and be their very best, whoever they are.If you have any queries regarding this role or our recruitment process, please contact the Recruitment team on .uk Please note: We reserve the right to close this advert prior to the closing date. Therefore, please make sure you complete and submit your application at an early stage. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION FOR CANDIDATES Application Process : Please apply for this post by completing the application process on Jobtrain. You can find out more about our recruitment process here CV Upload: DO NOT upload a CV as this will not be used for shortlisting purposes. Deadline: Posts close at midnight on the indicated date. Application Assistance: For help completing an application through Jobtrain, please click here Accessibility : To view our recruitment accessibility statement, please click here Communication : Please note that most of our communication is via email; therefore, please ensure you enter your email address accurately and ensure that "Jobtrian" and "CrossReach" are marked as safe email address. However, we will at times also call you or send you a text message. Check Email Regularl y: Please check your email regularly (including junk folders) and also your Jobtrain account for updates. Support Hub: For advice and support with any system issues, please contact Jobtrain Candidate Support Hub here Browser Recommendation: We recommend using the internet browsers "Google Chrome" or "Microsoft Edge" when using Jobtrain. Amendments: Once you have submitted your application form, you will be unable to make any amendments. Further help - If you need any help at any stage, you can contact the Recruitment Team on .uk
Sep 01, 2025
Full time
We're looking for a Creative Arts Coordinator to bring imagination, structure and purpose to art sessions that support people living with dementia. This is a role where your drawing and painting skills will be at the heart of helping people express themselves, discover new possibilities, and enjoy the simple pleasure of creating something of their own. What you'll be doing Leading creative workshops tailored to individual interests and abilities Using drawing and painting to encourage confidence and connection Supporting people both in groups and one-to-one Planning outings and activities to enrich the experience of those we support Coordinating volunteers to keep sessions running smoothly What we're looking for Strong skills in drawing and painting, with the ability to share them in an accessible way A background in the arts, ideally with or working towards a qualification Enthusiasm, creativity, and the confidence to inspire others An understanding of dementia and how creativity can support wellbeing Flexibility to work occasional evenings and weekends This isn't just about running art sessions. It's about creating moments of joy, dignity and connection that can brighten someone's day and leave a lasting impact. If you're ready to use your creativity to make a difference, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now and help us turn every brushstroke into something truly meaningful. We also offer you a range of benefits that you would expect from an organisation that support others. Firstly, there is access to a wide range of exclusive retail and leisure discounts through our rewards scheme and the Blue Light Discount card. We also ensure that your future and that of your loved ones is secured with a generous contributory pension plan and death in service benefit. Balancing work and family are made easier with our suite of enhanced family friendly policies and your health and wellness are prioritised with access to our health cash plan, giving you cash back for a wide range of health treatments. We even have access to a care concierge service to assist you with life's challenges, providing invaluable support when you need it most. But we also know that your training and development is important to you, and as well as a contribution to your professional membership fees, we are keen to support you in making the right steps to learn, grow and develop in ways that are right for you. CrossReach has been at the forefront of high quality social care for over 150 years, providing loving care to people of all ages and supporting them to live life to the full whatever their circumstances. During that time, we have worked hard to understand the needs of the people who turn to us for help and with them have been at the forefront of pioneering services which have literally changed thousands of lives for the better. Today we are one of the largest social care providers in Scotland, with experience across a broad range of services. We are still growing, learning, and improving, thanks to the incredible people we have the privilege to support, and all those who support us. We are part of the Church of Scotland and aim to provide social care services and specialist resources in Christ's name to further the caring work of the Church to people in challenging circumstances. As we do our work in Christ's name the job you have applied for requires you to have a Christian faith and be able to work within and uphold our Christian Ethos. This is an Occupational Requirement under Part 1 of Schedule 9 to the Equality Act 2010. This post requires you to be a member of the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme and undertake the necessary vetting checks. You will also be required to be registered with SSSC and it is your professional responsibility to ensure that you meet the standards and criteria for registration. We have a legal obligation to ensure that we do not employ any worker who has not been granted the relevant permission to work in the UK. This permission is without exception granted by UK Visas and Immigrations. We are required to check the entitlement to work in the UK of all prospective employees, regardless of nationality or job category. We are committed to ensuring that we attract, retain, and develop the very best people to build a diverse and talented team and we recognise that every individual's unique background, experience and ability contributes to our success. We aim to create an inclusive and inspiring environment where individuals feel valued and respected and where people can belong, thrive and be their very best, whoever they are.If you have any queries regarding this role or our recruitment process, please contact the Recruitment team on .uk Please note: We reserve the right to close this advert prior to the closing date. Therefore, please make sure you complete and submit your application at an early stage. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION FOR CANDIDATES Application Process : Please apply for this post by completing the application process on Jobtrain. You can find out more about our recruitment process here CV Upload: DO NOT upload a CV as this will not be used for shortlisting purposes. Deadline: Posts close at midnight on the indicated date. Application Assistance: For help completing an application through Jobtrain, please click here Accessibility : To view our recruitment accessibility statement, please click here Communication : Please note that most of our communication is via email; therefore, please ensure you enter your email address accurately and ensure that "Jobtrian" and "CrossReach" are marked as safe email address. However, we will at times also call you or send you a text message. Check Email Regularl y: Please check your email regularly (including junk folders) and also your Jobtrain account for updates. Support Hub: For advice and support with any system issues, please contact Jobtrain Candidate Support Hub here Browser Recommendation: We recommend using the internet browsers "Google Chrome" or "Microsoft Edge" when using Jobtrain. Amendments: Once you have submitted your application form, you will be unable to make any amendments. Further help - If you need any help at any stage, you can contact the Recruitment Team on .uk
