Support Worker
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Are you looking for a career where you can make a life-changing difference to children and families? Do you want to be part of a team that gives children brighter futures and supports carers in their vital role? As a Support Worker with Foster Wales (Gwent Region), you’ll have the chance to do exactly that. This is more than a job – it’s a unique opportunity to be at the heart of fostering, working alongside children, their families, and foster carers to provide the right help, at the right time. Every day brings new challenges, new rewards, and the knowledge that your work is helping children feel safe, supported, and loved.
About the role
In this role, you’ll be part of a close-knit and passionate regional team, supporting parent and child foster placements across Gwent. Your work will be varied and meaningful – one day you could be helping a parent build confidence in their new role, the next you might be planning and running a support group for foster carers or assisting with a child’s transition into a new placement.
You’ll be a key point of contact for families, providing practical and emotional support where it’s needed most. This might include attending events, supervising contact sessions, offering post-placement guidance, or stepping in with hands-on interventions to ensure placements are stable and successful. You’ll also be involved in recruitment and training, helping us find and prepare the foster carers who can provide safe and nurturing homes for children in our communities.
This is a role full of variety, where no two days are ever the same. You’ll be at the heart of making sure children, families, and carers feel supported, valued, and empowered – and you’ll see first-hand the positive impact your work has on their lives.
About you
We know that the right person for this role is someone who cares deeply about making a difference. You’ll be someone who can build trusting relationships, stay calm under pressure, and bring empathy and understanding into everything you do. Teamwork is central to this role, so you’ll enjoy working alongside colleagues, carers, and professionals, sharing ideas and supporting one another to deliver the best outcomes for children.
You don’t need to have all the answers on day one – what matters most is your commitment to learning, growing, and being there for families in their time of need. You’ll have access to regular training, professional development, and supervision, so you’ll always feel supported and able to develop your skills. If you’re looking for a career where you’ll be valued, supported, and able to make a genuine difference – this is it.
About us
Foster Wales is the national network of not-for-profit fostering services, working together across Wales to find and support foster families for local children. Here in the Gwent region, we’re proud to work as one team across five local authorities, supporting children, foster carers, and families in our communities.
Our mission is simple: we believe that children belong close to home, where they can stay connected to the people and places that matter most. To make this happen, we recruit, train, and support foster carers – and that’s where you come in. As part of Foster Wales Gwent, you’ll be joining a dedicated, friendly, and supportive team where your ideas and contributions will be valued. You’ll also benefit from being part of a national organisation, with access to resources, expertise, and development opportunities that support your growth as a professional.
We also recognise that our employees are our greatest asset, which is why we offer a supportive and inclusive work environment, along with fantastic benefits designed to help you grow and succeed:
Competitive Salary:
We value your experience and expertise and offer a highly competitive salary package.
Local Government Pension Scheme:
Enjoy peace of mind with our excellent pension benefits.
Ongoing Learning & Development:
Take advantage of training and development opportunities to enhance your career.
Generous Annual Leave:
Benefit from a substantial leave allowance to support your work-life balance.
Supportive Team Environment:
Work within a collaborative and inclusive culture that values your contributions.
Ready to take the next step?
If you’re ready to start a rewarding career where no two days are the same, where your work has real meaning, and where you’ll be part of a team that changes lives – we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and join Foster Wales in helping children build brighter futures, close to home. Together, we can make a difference.
For an informal discussion about the role, please contact
Nina Kemp-Jones| 07816 681752| nina.kemp-jones@blaenau-gwent.gov.uk
Thorough pre-employment screening is undertaken during the recruitment process. The post holder will be required to complete an application for a Disclosure of Criminal Records.
Closing Date: 16th September2025 – 12:00am, midnight
Interview Date: TBC
Salary range
- £33,142 - £37,280 per year