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Ready for a Change? Use Your Skills to Transform a Child’s Life Step Forward Foster Carer – Plymouth... Ready for a Change? Use Your Skills to Transform a Child’s Life Step Forward Foster Carer – Plymouth & Surrounding Areas Employer: Sanctuary Personnel (in partnership with Plymouth City Council) Location: Plymouth & surrounding areas Salary: From £840 per week when a child is placed Employment Type: Full-time | Self-employed Sector: Social Care | Education | Family Support Is it time to use your skills differently? Whether you’ve worked as a family support worker, early help practitioner, or in child protection and safeguarding, your experience could change a child’s life in ways you never imagined. Right now, there’s an urgent need for foster carers in Plymouth, especially for young people transitioning out of residential care. Through our Step Forward programme, you can provide the safety, consistency, and emotional support these children need to heal, grow and thrive. This role is about more than providing a roof over a child’s head, it’s about offering them the stability, love, and security they need to rebuild their lives. It’s a full-circle role that blends professional care with personal commitment, right in your own home. Why Consider Step Forward Fostering? This specialist role is designed for experienced professionals who are ready to make a deeper impact. You’ll work as part of a close-knit, fully supported team, helping a young person move forward from trauma into stability and trust. This isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to change lives, including your own. What You’ll Receive as a Step Forward Foster Carer: ✅ From £840 p/week (when a child is placed) ✅ Extra allowances for birthdays, holidays, and celebrations ✅ 100% Council Tax exemption (eligibility criteria applies) ✅ Up to 28-nights of paid respite p/year ✅ Bespoke training in trauma-informed and therapeutic care ✅ 24/7 out-of-hours support and a dedicated social work team ✅ Access to Mockingbird Fostering Model and The Fostering Network ✅ Be part of a local community, helping Plymouth’s children stay close to home Could this be you? We’re looking for people who are: Based in Plymouth or surrounding areasReady to offer full-time care and a dedicated bedroomSkilled in supporting children with emotional or behavioural needsEmotionally resilient and reflectiveWilling to become self-employedIdeally with no children under 12 at home (though we’ll assess on a case-by-case basis) Is it time for a change? If you’re ready to apply your skills in a new and deeply rewarding way, then this is your opportunity.Apply now to speak with our team and take your first step toward becoming a Step Forward Foster Carer in Plymouth.

Ready for a Change? Use Your Skills to Transform a Child’s Life Step Forward Foster Carer – Plymouth... Ready for a Change? Use Your Skills to Transform a Child’s Life Step Forward Foster Carer – Plymouth & Surrounding Areas Employer: Sanctuary Personnel (in partnership with Plymouth City Council) Location: Plymouth & surrounding areas Salary: From £840 per week when a child is placed Employment Type: Full-time | Self-employed Sector: Social Care | Education | Family Support Is it time to use your skills differently? Whether you’ve worked as a family support worker, early help practitioner, or in child protection and safeguarding, your experience could change a child’s life in ways you never imagined. Right now, there’s an urgent need for foster carers in Plymouth, especially for young people transitioning out of residential care. Through our Step Forward programme, you can provide the safety, consistency, and emotional support these children need to heal, grow and thrive. This role is about more than providing a roof over a child’s head, it’s about offering them the stability, love, and security they need to rebuild their lives. It’s a full-circle role that blends professional care with personal commitment, right in your own home. Why Consider Step Forward Fostering? This specialist role is designed for experienced professionals who are ready to make a deeper impact. You’ll work as part of a close-knit, fully supported team, helping a young person move forward from trauma into stability and trust. This isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to change lives, including your own. What You’ll Receive as a Step Forward Foster Carer: ✅ From £840 p/week (when a child is placed) ✅ Extra allowances for birthdays, holidays, and celebrations ✅ 100% Council Tax exemption (eligibility criteria applies) ✅ Up to 28-nights of paid respite p/year ✅ Bespoke training in trauma-informed and therapeutic care ✅ 24/7 out-of-hours support and a dedicated social work team ✅ Access to Mockingbird Fostering Model and The Fostering Network ✅ Be part of a local community, helping Plymouth’s children stay close to home Could this be you? We’re looking for people who are: Based in Plymouth or surrounding areasReady to offer full-time care and a dedicated bedroomSkilled in supporting children with emotional or behavioural needsEmotionally resilient and reflectiveWilling to become self-employedIdeally with no children under 12 at home (though we’ll assess on a case-by-case basis) Is it time for a change? If you’re ready to apply your skills in a new and deeply rewarding way, then this is your opportunity.Apply now to speak with our team and take your first step toward becoming a Step Forward Foster Carer in Plymouth.

Ready for a Change? Use Your Skills to Transform a Child’s Life Step Forward Foster Carer – Plymouth... Ready for a Change? Use Your Skills to Transform a Child’s Life Step Forward Foster Carer – Plymouth & Surrounding Areas Employer: Sanctuary Personnel (in partnership with Plymouth City Council) Location: Plymouth & surrounding areas Salary: From £840 per week when a child is placed Employment Type: Full-time | Self-employed Sector: Social Care | Education | Family Support Is it time to use your skills differently? Whether you’ve worked as a family support worker, early help practitioner, or in child protection and safeguarding, your experience could change a child’s life in ways you never imagined. Right now, there’s an urgent need for foster carers in Plymouth, especially for young people transitioning out of residential care. Through our Step Forward programme, you can provide the safety, consistency, and emotional support these children need to heal, grow and thrive. This role is about more than providing a roof over a child’s head, it’s about offering them the stability, love, and security they need to rebuild their lives. It’s a full-circle role that blends professional care with personal commitment, right in your own home. Why Consider Step Forward Fostering? This specialist role is designed for experienced professionals who are ready to make a deeper impact. You’ll work as part of a close-knit, fully supported team, helping a young person move forward from trauma into stability and trust. This isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to change lives, including your own. What You’ll Receive as a Step Forward Foster Carer: ✅ From £840 p/week (when a child is placed) ✅ Extra allowances for birthdays, holidays, and celebrations ✅ 100% Council Tax exemption (eligibility criteria applies) ✅ Up to 28-nights of paid respite p/year ✅ Bespoke training in trauma-informed and therapeutic care ✅ 24/7 out-of-hours support and a dedicated social work team ✅ Access to Mockingbird Fostering Model and The Fostering Network ✅ Be part of a local community, helping Plymouth’s children stay close to home Could this be you? We’re looking for people who are: Based in Plymouth or surrounding areasReady to offer full-time care and a dedicated bedroomSkilled in supporting children with emotional or behavioural needsEmotionally resilient and reflectiveWilling to become self-employedIdeally with no children under 12 at home (though we’ll assess on a case-by-case basis) Is it time for a change? If you’re ready to apply your skills in a new and deeply rewarding way, then this is your opportunity.Apply now to speak with our team and take your first step toward becoming a Step Forward Foster Carer in Plymouth.

Ready for a Change? Use Your Skills to Transform a Child’s Life Step Forward Foster Carer – Plymouth... Ready for a Change? Use Your Skills to Transform a Child’s Life Step Forward Foster Carer – Plymouth & Surrounding Areas Employer: Sanctuary Personnel (in partnership with Plymouth City Council) Location: Plymouth & surrounding areas Salary: From £840 per week when a child is placed Employment Type: Full-time | Self-employed Sector: Social Care | Education | Family Support Is it time to use your skills differently? Whether you’ve worked as a family support worker, early help practitioner, or in child protection and safeguarding, your experience could change a child’s life in ways you never imagined. Right now, there’s an urgent need for foster carers in Plymouth, especially for young people transitioning out of residential care. Through our Step Forward programme, you can provide the safety, consistency, and emotional support these children need to heal, grow and thrive. This role is about more than providing a roof over a child’s head, it’s about offering them the stability, love, and security they need to rebuild their lives. It’s a full-circle role that blends professional care with personal commitment, right in your own home. Why Consider Step Forward Fostering? This specialist role is designed for experienced professionals who are ready to make a deeper impact. You’ll work as part of a close-knit, fully supported team, helping a young person move forward from trauma into stability and trust. This isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to change lives, including your own. What You’ll Receive as a Step Forward Foster Carer: ✅ From £840 p/week (when a child is placed) ✅ Extra allowances for birthdays, holidays, and celebrations ✅ 100% Council Tax exemption (eligibility criteria applies) ✅ Up to 28-nights of paid respite p/year ✅ Bespoke training in trauma-informed and therapeutic care ✅ 24/7 out-of-hours support and a dedicated social work team ✅ Access to Mockingbird Fostering Model and The Fostering Network ✅ Be part of a local community, helping Plymouth’s children stay close to home Could this be you? We’re looking for people who are: Based in Plymouth or surrounding areasReady to offer full-time care and a dedicated bedroomSkilled in supporting children with emotional or behavioural needsEmotionally resilient and reflectiveWilling to become self-employedIdeally with no children under 12 at home (though we’ll assess on a case-by-case basis) Is it time for a change? If you’re ready to apply your skills in a new and deeply rewarding way, then this is your opportunity.Apply now to speak with our team and take your first step toward becoming a Step Forward Foster Carer in Plymouth.

Ready for a Change? Use Your Skills to Transform a Child’s Life Step Forward Foster Carer – Plymouth... Ready for a Change? Use Your Skills to Transform a Child’s Life Step Forward Foster Carer – Plymouth & Surrounding Areas Employer: Sanctuary Personnel (in partnership with Plymouth City Council) Location: Plymouth & surrounding areas Salary: From £840 per week when a child is placed Employment Type: Full-time | Self-employed Sector: Social Care | Education | Family Support Is it time to use your skills differently? Whether you’ve worked as a family support worker, early help practitioner, or in child protection and safeguarding, your experience could change a child’s life in ways you never imagined. Right now, there’s an urgent need for foster carers in Plymouth, especially for young people transitioning out of residential care. Through our Step Forward programme, you can provide the safety, consistency, and emotional support these children need to heal, grow and thrive. This role is about more than providing a roof over a child’s head, it’s about offering them the stability, love, and security they need to rebuild their lives. It’s a full-circle role that blends professional care with personal commitment, right in your own home. Why Consider Step Forward Fostering? This specialist role is designed for experienced professionals who are ready to make a deeper impact. You’ll work as part of a close-knit, fully supported team, helping a young person move forward from trauma into stability and trust. This isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to change lives, including your own. What You’ll Receive as a Step Forward Foster Carer: ✅ From £840 p/week (when a child is placed) ✅ Extra allowances for birthdays, holidays, and celebrations ✅ 100% Council Tax exemption (eligibility criteria applies) ✅ Up to 28-nights of paid respite p/year ✅ Bespoke training in trauma-informed and therapeutic care ✅ 24/7 out-of-hours support and a dedicated social work team ✅ Access to Mockingbird Fostering Model and The Fostering Network ✅ Be part of a local community, helping Plymouth’s children stay close to home Could this be you? We’re looking for people who are: Based in Plymouth or surrounding areasReady to offer full-time care and a dedicated bedroomSkilled in supporting children with emotional or behavioural needsEmotionally resilient and reflectiveWilling to become self-employedIdeally with no children under 12 at home (though we’ll assess on a case-by-case basis) Is it time for a change? If you’re ready to apply your skills in a new and deeply rewarding way, then this is your opportunity.Apply now to speak with our team and take your first step toward becoming a Step Forward Foster Carer in Plymouth.

Ready for a Change? Use Your Skills to Transform a Child’s Life Step Forward Foster Carer – Plymouth... Ready for a Change? Use Your Skills to Transform a Child’s Life Step Forward Foster Carer – Plymouth & Surrounding Areas Employer: Sanctuary Personnel (in partnership with Plymouth City Council) Location: Plymouth & surrounding areas Salary: From £840 per week when a child is placed Employment Type: Full-time | Self-employed Sector: Social Care | Education | Family Support Is it time to use your skills differently? Whether you’ve worked as a family support worker, early help practitioner, or in child protection and safeguarding, your experience could change a child’s life in ways you never imagined. Right now, there’s an urgent need for foster carers in Plymouth, especially for young people transitioning out of residential care. Through our Step Forward programme, you can provide the safety, consistency, and emotional support these children need to heal, grow and thrive. This role is about more than providing a roof over a child’s head, it’s about offering them the stability, love, and security they need to rebuild their lives. It’s a full-circle role that blends professional care with personal commitment, right in your own home. Why Consider Step Forward Fostering? This specialist role is designed for experienced professionals who are ready to make a deeper impact. You’ll work as part of a close-knit, fully supported team, helping a young person move forward from trauma into stability and trust. This isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to change lives, including your own. What You’ll Receive as a Step Forward Foster Carer: ✅ From £840 p/week (when a child is placed) ✅ Extra allowances for birthdays, holidays, and celebrations ✅ 100% Council Tax exemption (eligibility criteria applies) ✅ Up to 28-nights of paid respite p/year ✅ Bespoke training in trauma-informed and therapeutic care ✅ 24/7 out-of-hours support and a dedicated social work team ✅ Access to Mockingbird Fostering Model and The Fostering Network ✅ Be part of a local community, helping Plymouth’s children stay close to home Could this be you? We’re looking for people who are: Based in Plymouth or surrounding areasReady to offer full-time care and a dedicated bedroomSkilled in supporting children with emotional or behavioural needsEmotionally resilient and reflectiveWilling to become self-employedIdeally with no children under 12 at home (though we’ll assess on a case-by-case basis) Is it time for a change? If you’re ready to apply your skills in a new and deeply rewarding way, then this is your opportunity.Apply now to speak with our team and take your first step toward becoming a Step Forward Foster Carer in Plymouth.

Become a Step Forward Foster Carer – A Life-Changing Opportunity for Family Support Workers in Barns... Become a Step Forward Foster Carer – A Life-Changing Opportunity for Family Support Workers in BarnsleyPlease Note: This role requires you to be Self EmployedAre you a Family Support Worker who is passionate about making a positive impact on vulnerable individuals? You already have the resilience, dedication, and commitment needed to make a profound difference in a young person’s life.We are looking for compassionate, strong-minded individuals like you to become Step Forward Foster Carers — offering a safe, nurturing home to a young person transitioning from residential care. This is a unique opportunity to take the skills you’ve developed in your role and make a lasting, personal impact. This could be your most rewarding role yet — offering not just care, but a future full of hope.What is Step Forward Fostering?Step Forward Fostering is a pioneering project that helps young people who have faced trauma, loss, and instability transition from residential care into a caring family environment. These young people aren’t just looking for a place to stay — they need someone like you: a supportive adult who understands their needs, builds trust, and provides the consistency they’ve often lacked. As a Step Forward Foster Carer, you’ll be part of a supportive team, working alongside professionals who are there to guide you every step of the way. You’ll never be alone on this journey.What You’ll Receive:We understand that caring for a young person with complex needs is a significant commitment. That’s why we provide comprehensive support — both emotionally and financially.Specialist Support: Your own Senior Practitioner offering regular guidance and supervisionA Family Wellbeing Worker to support you and your foster childA Hub Carer providing up to 28 days of planned short breaks every year24/7 Out-of-Hours Support, ensuring you’re never aloneAccess to a network of other Step Forward Carers for peer supportOngoing training in trauma-informed care and understanding neurodevelopmental needsTherapeutic and psychological support to build on your existing skills Financial Package: We recognise the commitment it takes to support a young person with complex needs and offer a generous financial package to help you focus fully on providing stability and care. £1,052 per week while you have a child placed with you (around £54,704 a year)£408 per week retainer between placements (up to £21,216 a year)Extra allowances for birthdays, holidays, and cultural celebrationsTax exemptions specifically designed for foster carers Is This You?We are looking for Family Support Workers who are: Passionate about making a difference beyond their current roleSkilled in building positive, trusting relationships with individuals from challenging backgroundsResilient, calm under pressure, and committed to providing stabilityReady to transfer their professional skills to a family-based setting If this sounds like you, we would love to hear from you!Please note: Ideally, applicants should not have children under 16 living at home, but we consider each family situation individually.To Be Eligible, You’ll Need: Experience working with vulnerable individuals or young peopleFull-time availability and a spare bedroomA willingness to complete our professional trainingThe right to work in the UK Take the next step in your career and become a Step Forward Foster Carer. Your experience as a Family Support Worker could be the foundation for a truly life-changing role.

Could this be your most rewarding role yet?To view this advert in Welsh, please click here.Could thi... Could this be your most rewarding role yet?To view this advert in Welsh, please click here.Could this be your most rewarding role yet?Job Title: Specialist Foster Carer (Ideal for Family Support Workers) Location: Within 20 miles of Haslingden & Rossendale, Lancashire Organisation: Foster Wales Flintshire Salary: £50,000 annual support package + additional allowances (see below) Contract Type: Full-time (Flexible, home-based) Sector: Family Support / Social Care / Children & Families Are you a Family Support Worker ready to change a life at home? As a Family Support Worker, you’ve already stepped in during some of the most critical moments in a child’s life. Now, you can be the person who provides not just short-term help—but long-term healing and stability.Foster Wales Flintshire is looking for compassionate individuals living near Haslingden and Rossendale to become foster carers for young people who are making progress in school and community life, but need a consistent and caring home to stay on that path.If you've supported families in challenging circumstances, worked with multi-agency teams, or helped children overcome trauma, this role will feel like a natural next step. About the Role This opportunity involves welcoming a young person into your home full-time—often a child stepping down from residential or high-support care. They may have faced trauma or instability in the past, but are now beginning to settle.You’ll play a vital role in helping them continue that progress—through safe routines, emotional support, and therapeutic care—all with the backing of a dedicated fostering team. We’re Looking For Individuals or Couples Who: Have experience in family support, safeguarding, or direct work with children and young people Can provide a full-time, nurturing home Have a spare bedroom Hold a full UK driving licence Are reflective, resilient, and open to learning Ideally don’t have children under 16 at home (though all applications are considered individually) What You’ll Receive Financial Support: £50,000 annual support package Weekly fostering allowance up to £258.79 (around £13,453 per year) Additional allowances for birthdays, holidays, and Christmas (up to £1,035 annually) Wraparound Support: A dedicated social worker and team from Foster Wales Flintshire A linked experienced foster carer for day-to-day advice and guidance Trauma-informed and therapeutic training Peer support groups and well-being sessions Additional Benefits: 50% Council Tax discount Blue Light Card for nationwide discounts Membership to The Fostering Network Access to the Mockingbird model (where available) Recognition and rewards via the CareFriends app Why Foster with Foster Wales Flintshire? We are a not-for-profit fostering team—part of the local authority. That means all funding and decisions stay focused on children, families, and community outcomes—not profit.As a Family Support Worker, you already know how to build trust, manage challenges, and support change. With our training and team behind you, you can now offer a child the one thing they need most: a stable home where they are safe, seen, and supported. Apply Now You’ve stood by families in crisis—now be the family that makes the difference. If you live near Haslingden or Rossendale and are ready to explore fostering, we’d love to hear from you.

Could this be your most rewarding role yet?To view this advert in Welsh, please click here.Could thi... Could this be your most rewarding role yet?To view this advert in Welsh, please click here.Could this be your most rewarding role yet?Job Title: Specialist Foster Carer (Ideal for Family Support Workers) Location: Within 20 miles of Haslingden & Rossendale, Lancashire Organisation: Foster Wales Flintshire Salary: £50,000 annual support package + additional allowances (see below) Contract Type: Full-time (Flexible, home-based) Sector: Family Support / Social Care / Children & Families Are you a Family Support Worker ready to change a life at home? As a Family Support Worker, you’ve already stepped in during some of the most critical moments in a child’s life. Now, you can be the person who provides not just short-term help—but long-term healing and stability.Foster Wales Flintshire is looking for compassionate individuals living near Haslingden and Rossendale to become foster carers for young people who are making progress in school and community life, but need a consistent and caring home to stay on that path.If you've supported families in challenging circumstances, worked with multi-agency teams, or helped children overcome trauma, this role will feel like a natural next step. About the Role This opportunity involves welcoming a young person into your home full-time—often a child stepping down from residential or high-support care. They may have faced trauma or instability in the past, but are now beginning to settle.You’ll play a vital role in helping them continue that progress—through safe routines, emotional support, and therapeutic care—all with the backing of a dedicated fostering team. We’re Looking For Individuals or Couples Who: Have experience in family support, safeguarding, or direct work with children and young people Can provide a full-time, nurturing home Have a spare bedroom Hold a full UK driving licence Are reflective, resilient, and open to learning Ideally don’t have children under 16 at home (though all applications are considered individually) What You’ll Receive Financial Support: £50,000 annual support package Weekly fostering allowance up to £258.79 (around £13,453 per year) Additional allowances for birthdays, holidays, and Christmas (up to £1,035 annually) Wraparound Support: A dedicated social worker and team from Foster Wales Flintshire A linked experienced foster carer for day-to-day advice and guidance Trauma-informed and therapeutic training Peer support groups and well-being sessions Additional Benefits: 50% Council Tax discount Blue Light Card for nationwide discounts Membership to The Fostering Network Access to the Mockingbird model (where available) Recognition and rewards via the CareFriends app Why Foster with Foster Wales Flintshire? We are a not-for-profit fostering team—part of the local authority. That means all funding and decisions stay focused on children, families, and community outcomes—not profit.As a Family Support Worker, you already know how to build trust, manage challenges, and support change. With our training and team behind you, you can now offer a child the one thing they need most: a stable home where they are safe, seen, and supported. Apply Now You’ve stood by families in crisis—now be the family that makes the difference. If you live near Haslingden or Rossendale and are ready to explore fostering, we’d love to hear from you.

Could this be your most rewarding role yet?Become a Lleol (local) Foster Carer with Flintshire Count... Could this be your most rewarding role yet?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 & 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 Family Support Workers, providing practical and emotional support to children and families facing challenges. If you’ve helped to build resilience in families, supported parenting strategies, or worked alongside social care teams, you could make an incredible difference in a child’s life by offering them a stable and nurturing home.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: £50,000 Annual Fee recognising your dedicated time, skill & commitmentUp to £258.79 Weekly Fostering Allowance (over £13,453 annually)Additional Allowances for Birthdays, Holidays & ChristmasAccess to a linked Lleol Support Foster Carer – for practical help and respite50% discount on your Council Tax paymentsTherapeutic Training & QualificationsMembership to The Fostering NetworkAccess to the Mockingbird Support ModelBlue Light Card membership – access to more than 15,000 discounts nationwideReward & Recognition via the CareFriends AppRegular Wellbeing events & Peer Support groups Could You Be a Lleol Foster Carer?We’re looking for individuals or couples who: Have professional or personal experience in supporting children & young peopleCan provide a nurturing, therapeutic home environmentHave at least one spare bedroom that can be dedicated to fosteringHold a full driving licenceAre able to offer their full-time commitment to this roleCan work as part of a professional team, attend meetings, and engage in trainingAre resilient, reflective, and ready to parent in a new and guided wayAre open to registering as self-employed 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: Family Support WorkerParenting PractitionerChild Protection Support WorkerEarly Help or Children’s Centre Practitioner …then your ability to support families through trauma, change, and complex needs 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.