Fostering Panel Chair

Action for Children in Scotland are committed to The Promise and keeping the experience of the child at the centre. You will lead the scrutiny of fostering assessments and reviews as Chairperson of our Independent Foster Care Panel. You will contribute to the fostering service safely recruiting Foster Carers that will be able to provide safe and stable homes.

You will ensure the agencies review recommendations are robustly considered. An able communicator you will support the development of the Fostering Service through strong links to the Panel Advisor, the Registered Managers and the Agency Decision Maker.

With a strong understanding of the fostering environment you will provide leadership to Panel in order to ensure it fulfils it's remit.

Well prepared, able to provide focus, and manage time you will create a safe space to consider complex issues and record clear decision making in the presence of all key stakeholders.

You will be committed to continuous development and learning and be able to promote best practice.

We work hard to create an inclusive environment. One where individuality is celebrated and where everyone feels valued and supported.

We actively encourage applications from people with Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic backgrounds and people with a disability, as these groups are under-represented within Action for Children

Application deadline:

10th November 2026 

Salary:

The person would be self-employed.  Rate of £285 - £565 per day dependent on full or half day.  Reasonable expenses will be reimbursed. 

Hours per week:

Approximately 8-10 panels per annum 

Location:

Covering Scotland – Hybrid of remote and in person (Glasgow and Inverness). Applicant would need to be based in Scotland.

Interview date:

Interviews will take place in-person on Tuesday 17th November 2026 in Glasgow.