The AFS has set very high standards for itself as an independent Fostering Agency and therefore, has high expectations of its staff and its structure. To ensure a consistent approach with which we provide a high quality of care for children, the AFS has structured itself with robust administrative policies and procedures. We expect our staff to work at reasonably high professional standards to far exceed the requirements laid down by the Children Act 1989, and the Fostering Services Regulations 2002. Some of the main administrative policies and procedures, that are in place at the AFS, to ensure the Quality, Equality and Safety in Care, include:

• Information Security policy
• Internet and Email policy
• Disciplinary and Grievance policy and Procedures
• Complains Procedures
• Management of Health and Safety at work policy
• Management of Sickness policy
• Performance Appraisal Scheme