National Union of Professional Foster Carers

Most of us have said it at one time or another, have you? And if so what's kept you going? We are you, join us: https://lnkd.in/dF75XPvH

More and more foster carers are approaching us about their legal right to collective bargaining. We would rather work closely with you to achieve this for your foster carers. However if you try to obstruct foster carers from obtaining bargaining units the law allows us to secure statutory recognition from even the most hostile agencies or LA's. Let's work together! 👉 Most collective bargaining arrangements in the UK are voluntary. 👉 Good employers recognise the benefits that come from voluntary union recognition, such as being able to negotiate wages and other terms and conditions collectively for large groups of workers at the same time. It's time! Contact us if you are interested in working together: enquires@nupfc.com

https://lnkd.in/e6DGJF9M This article claims that amid this recruitment crisis, an 'expert' looks at tackling issues and solutions. However it's clear this 'expert' has not been immersed in the fostering sector on the frontline, consulted in any meaningful way with the real mainstream, done a deep dive or understands the industry at all. It feels like a bunch of excuses to externally project the blame for poor retention and recruitment on just about everything except the real reasons. Retention and recruitment will not improve until this industry acknowledges the truth, lets go of their own agenda's and put the children and those who care for them first. Maybe these 'experts' should read this for a reality check: https://lnkd.in/enYhkWSx We know, we understand, why? Because we are you, join today: https://lnkd.in/dF75XPvH

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The NUPFC provide foster carers with security, so they can continue to do these amazing things. "University place confirmed for my eldest... Just brilliant, its just the best... So excited for what comes next.. But missing them already and not left yet 😂 " "A week at the coast with our own children and our foster baby girls for their first holiday and to make some memories before we start their adoption transition in a few weeks…….. it never gets any easier to watch them leave us 💔 " "First ever play in the sea in the last week of the holidays. Despite the exhausting meltdowns, which are now becoming fewer and less intense, it was lovely to see her let go and enjoy herself." "Taking the children on holiday abroad and making beautiful memories xx" Don't delay, join today: https://lnkd.in/dF75XPvH

"I wouldn't have dreamt that I needed the National Union of Professional Foster Carers so soon into my fostering career. I joined as soon as I was approved and I'm so glad that I did." Jenny, new foster carer Please don't delay, join today, you never know when you might need us, and like car insurance you have to be a member already when something happens: https://lnkd.in/dF75XPvH

Feel good Friday! Whilst we know that the summer holidays are not a 'break' for foster carers, we ask what has been the highlight of your summer holidays? Foster carers feel good about their fostering role when they have the protection of the NUPFC: https://lnkd.in/dF75XPvH

So many carers tell us they feel powerless, with their voices ignored in meetings, care plans and future plans, when often they are the people who know the children best. Is this ok? Help empower foster carers, which in turn helps with retention and recruitment: https://lnkd.in/dF75XPvH

At NUPFC, we believe in prevention and know that many allegations against foster carers are avoidable. These aren't child protection issues, but rather unnecessary allegations often arising from a lack of empowerment, complaints, whistleblowing, or unknowingly violating policies. FosterWiki has just released a new allegation course from your perspective, unlike others written by agencies, services or support organisations contracted by them. This course will empower and educate you, reducing the fear of allegations. Members of FosterWiki Premium get this course for free (worth £49.99), with membership at just £2.99 a month. All you need for your fostering role, protected, valued, secure NUPFC + FosterWiki Join FosterWiki: https://lnkd.in/e-5TAYZy Join NUPFC: https://lnkd.in/dF75XPvH

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