Fostering Panel Member
Trafford Council
Location Trafford Town Hall,Talbot Road, Stretford, Manchester,
M32 0TH
Fostering panels are face to face (Mondays)
Salary range £102 for half a day and £204 for a full day
Trafford council is a Living Wage Employer
Working Pattern Casual
Working hours Casual role
Contract type Casual
Casual role only 50% of panel per year.
Application deadline 14 September 2025
Interview type In person
About the Role
Trafford Council Family Placement Panel Members Wanted (Sessional Basis)
Trafford Council is looking for compassionate and thoughtful individuals to join its Family Placement Panel, which plays a vital role in shaping the lives of children who need safe, nurturing homes.
The panel meets three times a month at Trafford Town Hall and reviews important decisions about foster care, including:
- Approving new foster carers
- Reviewing existing foster carers to ensure children continue to thrive
- Considering when it may be necessary to end a foster carer’s registration
Panel members are expected to attend at least 50% of meetings and must bring insight, empathy, and a strong commitment to putting children’s needs and voices at the heart of every decision.
About you
We are looking for people with professional or personal experience of children living in foster families or being cared for away from their birth families. We are looking for people with varied identities, experiences and perspectives You’ll need:
- A deep understanding of the diverse ways families can support and love children
- The ability to listen carefully, weigh complex information, and always ask: “What’s best for this child?”
- A belief in the power of stability, safety, and belonging to help children grow and flourish
This is a chance to make a real differenceto help ensure every child in Trafford has the opportunity to feel safe, supported, and valued.
Your style and approach will reflect our values and behaviours: you will be committed to continually learning & improving the way you do things to ensure effective outcomes; valuing and respecting others’ contribution
About us
Trafford Council and its partners in the public, private and third sectors have a Vision which sees us working together to close inequality gaps and maximise Trafford’s huge potential.
Our vision: Trafford where all our residents, businesses and communities thrive.
Trafford is a lively, prosperous place to put down roots and build a career. The council and Trafford schools employ around 8,000 people, who are central to making the area great. In return for their commitment, the council offers its employees development opportunities, as well as a fair and flexible workplace. The council is a Living Wage Employer.
Additional Information
An enhanced DBS
Contact Details
For an informal discussion or if you have any queries contact:-
Michelle Leacock; [email protected]
About the benefits
You will be welcomed into a friendly environment where your personal and professional development will be encouraged. You will have the opportunity to work and grow in a people-centered and values-based organisation that promotes a positive permission culture. Your opinions matter so you will have the opportunity to shape how we do things here at Trafford.
To learn more about Trafford as a place to work visit and to view more about our awards and benefits please visit: Trafford - Benefits | www.inploi.com (greater.jobs)
OTHER RELEVANT INFORMATION
Greater Manchester Continuous Service Commitment - greater.jobs | www.inploi.com
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