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The British Psychological Society (BPS) is seeking two roles for its Practice Board:<ul><li>a Psychologist currently practising in Wales</li><li>a Wider Psychological Practitioner</li></ul>Each role will play a key part in linking the relevant network(s) with the Board, and in the strategic development of the profession.&nbsp;The <a href="https://www.bps.org.uk/practice-board" target="_blank">BPS Practice Board</a>, which meets three times a year, acts as a responsive source of expertise, discusses current issues in psychological practice and engages in regular horizon scanning to proactively identify gaps in practice knowledge.The BPS is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.&nbsp;<a href="https://cms.bps.org.uk/sites/default/files/2025-06/Practice%20Board%20Member%20-%20Role%20Description%202025.docx" target="_blank">Read the full role description</a>.<h3>How to apply</h3>Applications must be made online. Click Apply to be redirected to the online application form.The deadline for applications is Monday 11 August 2025.For any queries please contact the practice team at <a href="mailto:practiceteam@bps.org.uk" target="_blank">practiceteam@bps.org.uk</a>.

British Psychological Society (BPS)

Psychologist practising in Wales & Wider Psychological Practitioner

Become a Step Forward Foster Carer A Life-Changing Opportunity for Psychological Wellbeing Practitioners (PWPs)Foster with TACT Fostering and Bury CouncilPlease note: This role requires you to be self-EmployedAre you a Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner (PWP) with a passion for helping individuals navigate emotional challenges with empathy and structure? You already have the therapeutic mindset, resilience, and relationship-building skills needed to make a life-changing difference in a young person s life.We are looking for compassionate, emotionally intelligent individuals like you to become Step Forward Foster Carers offering a safe, supportive home to a young person transitioning from residential care. This is your opportunity to bring your skills beyond session-based work and into a family environment where consistency, care, and connection truly transform lives.What is Step Forward Fostering?Step Forward Fostering is a pioneering project that supports young people who ve experienced trauma, loss, and instability, helping them transition from residential care into a secure family setting.These young people need more than shelter they need someone like you: a calm, consistent adult who understands emotional regulation, mental health support, and how to create trust over time.As a Step Forward Foster Carer, you ll be part of a therapeutic, multi-agency support team. You ll never be alone on this journey.What You ll Receive:Supporting a young person with complex emotional needs is no small task which is why we provide comprehensive emotional and financial support.Specialist Support:<ul> <li>Your own Senior Practitioner offering regular guidance and supervision</li><li>A Family Wellbeing Worker to support both you and your foster child</li><li>A Hub Carer providing up to 28 days of planned short breaks every year</li><li>24/7 Out-of-Hours Support</li><li>A network of other Step Forward Carers for peer connection and shared learning</li><li>Ongoing training in trauma-informed care and understanding neurodevelopmental needs</li><li>Access to therapeutic and psychological support aligned with your professional approach</li></ul> Financial Package:We provide a generous financial package so you can focus entirely on building a safe, stable home.<ul> <li>£1,052 per week while a child is placed with you (around £54,704 per year)</li><li>£408 per week retainer between placements (up to £21,216 per year)</li><li>Extra allowances for birthdays, holidays, and cultural celebrations</li><li>Tax exemptions specifically designed for foster carers</li></ul> Is This You?We are looking for PWPs who are:<ul> <li>Passionate about mental health and emotional wellbeing</li><li>Skilled in supporting vulnerable individuals through evidence-based care</li><li>Calm, reflective, and resilient in the face of emotional challenges</li><li>Ready to transfer their therapeutic knowledge to a home-based setting</li></ul> If this sounds like you, we d love to hear from you!To Be Eligible, You ll Need:<ul> <li>Full-time availability and a spare bedroom</li><li>A willingness to complete our professional training</li><li>The right to work in the UK</li></ul> Take the next step in your career and become a Step Forward Foster Carer. Your experience as a Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner (PWP) could be the foundation for a truly life-changing role.

Foster Carer - Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner (PWP)

Could this be your most rewarding role yet?To view this advert in Welsh, please click here.Become a Lleol (local) Foster Carer with Flintshire County CouncilAnnual Fee: £50,000 + up to £13,453.96 in Weekly Allowances Plus, additional payments for holidays, birthdays &amp; ChristmasYou ve built a career supporting others But have you ever thought about doing it from your own home and truly changing a life forever?We re looking for people with passion, patience, and experience to take the next step not just into another job, but into a whole new way of making a difference.This is fostering but not as you know it. This is Lleol Fostering.Lleol means local in Welsh and with fostering maintaining locality is hugely important. There are children and young people in and around the Flintshire area who need something more than just a traditional fostering placement. They need time, patience, expertise and above all someone who will believe in them and fight their corner.We are looking for extraordinary people to join us as Lleol Foster Carers including those who have worked as Psychological Wellbeing Practitioners (PWPs), helping individuals manage anxiety, depression, and emotional distress using low-intensity psychological interventions. If you ve supported people through trauma, change, or instability using guided self-help and behavioural approaches, you could make an incredible difference in a child s life by offering them a safe and therapeutic home environment.What makes Lleol Foster Carers different?This is a specialist fostering role supporting young people who are leaving high-support settings like residential care and helping them to transition to family life as smoothly as possible.We take a therapeutic approach to professional parenting, giving you every opportunity to develop your skills through full training, exceptional support, and a team walking alongside you every step of the way.What You ll Receive as a Lleol Foster Carer:<ul> <li>£50,000 Annual Fee recognising your dedicated time, skill &amp; commitment</li><li>Up to £258.79 Weekly Fostering Allowance (over £13,453 annually)</li><li>Additional Allowances for Birthdays, Holidays &amp; Christmas</li><li>Access to a linked Lleol Support Foster Carer for practical help and respite</li><li>50% discount on your Council Tax payments</li><li>Therapeutic Training &amp; Qualifications</li><li>Membership to The Fostering Network</li><li>Access to the Mockingbird Support Model</li><li>Blue Light Card membership access to more than 15,000 discounts nationwide</li><li>Reward &amp; Recognition via the CareFriends App</li><li>Regular Wellbeing events &amp; Peer Support groups</li></ul> Could You Be a Lleol Foster Carer?We re looking for individuals or couples who:<ul> <li>Have professional or personal experience in supporting children &amp; young people</li><li>Can provide a nurturing, therapeutic home environment</li><li>Have at least one spare bedroom that can be dedicated to fostering</li><li>Hold a full driving licence</li><li>Are able to offer their full-time commitment to this role</li><li>Can work as part of a professional team, attend meetings, and engage in training</li><li>Are resilient, reflective, and ready to parent in a new and guided way</li><li>Are open to registering as self-employed</li></ul> Ideally, you won t have other children under 16 living in your home (though exceptions may apply dependent on individual fostering experience).This Could Be the Career Change You Never Knew You Were Ready For.If you ve worked as a:<ul> <li>Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner (PWP)</li><li>Low-Intensity CBT Therapist</li><li>Wellbeing or IAPT Support Worker</li><li>Assistant Psychologist or Mental Health Support Worker</li></ul> then your ability to deliver evidence-based interventions and build therapeutic relationships could make you an outstanding foster carer.Interested in finding out more about becoming a Lleol Foster Carer in Flintshire? This is a unique opportunity to do what you do best but in a role where you can give children what no setting ever can: family, belonging, and the stability of a loving home.

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