Service Description: The Isle of Wight Adoption Service provides a service for those who live on the Isle of Wight for whom adoption has been or will be part of their life. The service is always looking for adults to provide an adoptive home for children who cannot live with their birth families. Adoption may involve single children or sibling groups. Ages may range from birth to adolescence. Some children will have special needs. If you are adopted or are a birth parent, we can also offer you a range of services.
Also known as:- Directorate for Community Wellbeing and Social Care
Answer: Children who are placed for adoption may have had a number of moves before they come to you. They need consistency and stability until they are well settled and therefore need a carer who can be with them on a regular basis. You may be entitled to Statutory Adoption Leave (see http://www.direct.gov.uk/en/Parents/Moneyandworkentitlements/WorkAndFamilies/Adoptionrightsintheworkplace/index.htm) or your employer may have their own adoption leave policy. We would suggest that you speak to your employer about this and how flexible they can be with your working arrangements both during and after the adoption process. If you will be continuing to work, you should make your Social Worker aware of this as soon as possible. - Related Link