Referrals Officer

Job in Bridgend, Bridgend County, CF31, Wales, UK

Listing for: Career Choices Dewis Gyrfa Ltd

Full Time position
Listed on 2026-06-09

Job specializations:

Social Work
Family Advocacy & Support Services, Community Health

Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 23535 GBP Yearly GBP 23535.00 YEAR

Foster Care Associates (The FCA) Referrals Officer

Location:

Office-Based, Bridgend, Cymru South

Salary: £23,535.26 per annum

30 days annual leave, increasing to 35 days with length of service
Bank holidays paid
Company Pension
Life Assurance x2
Employee Discount Scheme
Medical Cash Plan
Free Parking

Responsibilities

Manage referrals received from local authorities and use key information and matching criteria to ensure placements are carefully matched to children's needs.

Use initiative and work independently to devise creative solutions to foster placement requests.

Serve as the first point of contact between local authorities, foster families and social workers.

Develop positive relationships with colleagues within and outside the agency through written and face‑to‑face communication.

Maintain accurate records and administrative documentation related to referrals and placements.

Qualifications

Excellent organisational and administrative skills.

Good communication skills, both written and verbal.

Previous experience in a children's services sector is an advantage but not essential.

Passion and motivation to make a difference to the lives of children and families.

Successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.

Equal Opportunity

Foster Care Associates is an equal opportunities employer and has been awarded the Disability Confident Employer status by the Jobcentre Plus.

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