Step-Forward Foster Carer – Supporting Children Transitioning from Residential CareLocation: Denbigh... Step-Forward Foster Carer – Supporting Children Transitioning from Residential CareLocation: Denbighshire Salary: Up to £52,000 / £1000 per week per child, plus additional payments for the child (child allowance, holidays, birthday and other religious celebrations) Employment Type: Full-time | Self-employed Sector: Social Care | Education | HealthcareA Role That Creates Lasting ChangeStep-Forward Fostering with Foster Wales Denbighshire is a highly rewarding role supporting children and young people to successfully transition away from residential care into a stable, nurturing family fostering environment.As a Step-Forward Foster Carer, you would welcome a young person into your home and provide the care, consistency, and guidance they need at a pivotal moment in their life. Many of these children have experienced trauma, loss, or disrupted relationships. With the right support, they can begin to develop the confidence and trust they need to move forward positively.Whether you’ve worked as a healthcare assistant, support worker, or in care homes, mental health services or community support, your experience could change a child’s life in ways you never imagined.This is an opportunity to use your experience in a more personal and lasting way, helping a young person feel safe, valued, and part of a family – your family.Who Can Apply to Become a Step-Forward Foster Carer?We welcome enquiries from individuals and/or couples who: Are aged 21 or over (no upper age limit)Have the legal Right to Work in the United KingdomCan provide full-time care (at least one carer available at home)Have at least one spare bedroom dedicated to fosteringHave experience supporting children, young people, or vulnerable adults with complex needsCan offer a solo placement (no other children under 16 in the household)Hold a full driving licence and have access to a suitable vehicleAre willing to register as self-employed Right to WorkAll Foster Carers must have the legal right to work in the UK.You automatically have the right if you are: British or Irish Passport HolderSettled Status under the EU Settlement SchemePre Settled Status under the EU Settlement SchemeGranted Indefinite Leave to Remain permit You will need to prove your right to work with original documents, such as a passport or Home Office documentation before starting an application.What Step Forward Fostering Involves Full-time care for a young person transitioning away from residential careCreating a stable, calm, and predictable home environmentSupport emotional, behavioural and social developmentBuilding strong, trusting relationships over timeWorking alongside social workers, therapists and other professionalsHelping the young person stay connected to their community, education, and other support networks Why Choose Foster Wales Denbighshire? £1000 per week, per child, plus additional payments (child allowance, holidays, birthday and other religious celebrations in line with DfE rates)Other local and national benefits and discounts including 100% Council Tax reduction, membership to FosterTalk and The Fostering Network, BlueLight Card accessUse your skills differently to make a lasting and positive difference to a child or young person leaving residential careTrauma-informed training, guidance and ongoing learning opportunities (both in face-to-face and virtual)As part of your assessment you will complete Denbighshire Skills to Foster Training and Sanctuary Personnel’s Trauma Informed Accredited TrainingBenefit from intensive support both from the local team and other carersConnect with other Foster Carers in the area and access peer networks You will be part of a supportive community, with a team around you focused on helping both you and the young person succeed.Step Forward with Foster Wales DenbighshireThis is an opportunity to make a lasting difference to a young person’s life while using your experience in a meaningful and rewarding way.Find out more about becoming a Step-Forward Foster Carer in Denbighshire.Please Note: Progression is subject to full background checks, assessment, and an independent fostering panel approval.
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Step-Forward Foster Carer – Support Children Transitioning from Residential CareLocation: Conwy Sal... Step-Forward Foster Carer – Support Children Transitioning from Residential CareLocation: Conwy Salary: £1000 per week per child, plus additional payments for the child (child allowance, holidays, birthday and other religious celebrations) Employment Type: Full-time | Self-employed Sector: Social Care | Education | HealthcareA Role That Truly Changes LivesStep-Forward Fostering is a highly rewarding role that supports children leaving residential care to move into a stable and nurturing family home.As an approved Step-Forward Foster Carer, you would welcome a child or sibling group into your home and provide the care, stability, guidance, and consistency they need at a pivotal time in their lives.Many of these children have experienced trauma, disruption, or separation. By fostering with Foster Wales Conwy, you can help children stay connected to their community, schools, friends, and extended family while helping them to develop the confidence and skills to move forward.If you’ve worked as a healthcare assistant, support worker, or in care homes, mental health services or community support, then you may already have many of the qualities that make an excellent Foster Carer.This role allows you to apply your professional or personal skills in a truly meaningful way, providing a caring and supportive home where children can feel belonging and value as part of a family – your family.Who Can Apply to Become a Step-Forward Foster Carer?We welcome enquiries from individuals and/or couples who: Are aged 21 or over (with no upper age limit)Have the legal Right to Work in the United Kingdom (see definition below)Can provide full-time care for a child or children in their home (at least one carer must be present full-time if applying as a couple)Have a spare bedroom or bedrooms dedicated to fosteringHave experience supporting children, young people, or adults, particularly those with complex needs or challenging behaviours People from many different backgrounds can become successful Foster Carers. What matters most is having patience, empathy, and the ability to provide a caring and dependable home environment for a child or young person who needs it.Do You Have the Right to Work in the United Kingdom?Before you can apply to be a Foster Carer, you must first prove that you are able to work in the United Kingdom. This can be defined as: British or Irish citizensPeople settled or pre-settled under the European Union Settlement SchemeThose with certain visas or indefinite leave to remainAnyone with the legal right to live and work in the United Kingdom Please Note: You will need to show original documents before you can begin your application to foster.What the Role Involves Full-time care for a child or sibling group moving from residential careOffering continued stability, routine, and reassuranceSupport the child’s emotional, behavioural, and social developmentWorking closely with social workers, therapists and other professionalsKeeping clear records and provide therapeutic, nurturing supportEnsuring that the child can maintain important links to their wider family Why Choose Step-Forward Fostering with Foster Wales Conwy? Enhanced fee of £52,000 per annum (equivalent to £1,000 per week)Weekly age-related fostering allowance for the child*Payments for birthday, holiday and religious/cultural celebration*Retainer payment paid from date of approval until child placed and between fostering placements and £500 referral via Care Friends App Additionally, you will receive access to: Therapeutic training tailored to your experienceSupport from a dedicated fostering teamOther benefits and discounts such (up to 100%) Council Tax reduction, Conway Council parking permit, FfIT membership and access Blue Light Card for nationwide discounts *In-line with age related DFE rates and weekly payment increased annually in line with inflationTake the First Step into Fostering with Foster Wales ConwyApply today to learn more about becoming a Step-Forward Foster Carer.Please Note: Progression is subject to background checks, assessment, and full fostering panel approval.Gofalwr Maeth Camu Ymlaen – Cefnogi Plant sy’n Symud o Ofal PreswylLleoliad: Conwy Cyflogwr: Maethu Cymru Conwy Cyflog: £1000 yr wythnos fesul plentyn, a thaliadau ychwanegol ar gyfer y plentyn (lwfans plentyn, gwyliau, dathliadau pen-blwydd a dathliadau crefyddol eraill) Math o Gyflogaeth: Llawn amser | Hunangyflogedig Sector: Gofal Cymdeithasol | Addysg | Gofal IechydSwydd sydd Wir yn Newid BywydauMae Maethu Camu Ymlaen yn waith sy’n llawn gwobr, yn cefnogi plant sy’n gadael gofal preswyl i symud i gartref teuluol sefydlog.Fel Gofalwr Maeth Camu Ymlaen a gymeradwywyd, byddech yn croesawu plentyn neu grŵp brodyr a chwiorydd i’ch cartref a darparu’r gofal, sefydlogrwydd, arweiniad a’r cysondeb maent eu hangen ar amser allweddol yn eu bywydau.Mae nifer o’r plant hyn wedi cael profiad o drawma, tarfu, neu wahanu. Trwy faethu gyda Maethu Cymru Conwy, gallwch helpu plant i gadw’r cysylltiad â’u cymuned, ysgol, ffrindiau a theulu estynedig wrth eu helpu i ddatblygu’r hyder a’r sgiliau i symud ymlaen.Os oes gennych brofiad o gefnogi plant, pobl ifanc, neu oedolion, yn arbennig y rhai sydd ag anghenion cymhleth neu heriol, yna efallai y bydd gennych eisoes nifer o’r nodweddion sy’n gwneud Gofalwr Maeth gwych.Mae’r gwaith yn caniatáu i chi ddefnyddio eich sgiliau proffesiynol neu bersonol mewn ffordd hollol ystyrlon, gan ddarparu cartref gofalgar a chefnogol ble gall plant deimlo eu bod yn perthyn ac yn cael eu gwerthfawrogi fel rhan o deulu - eich teulu chi.Pwy all Wneud Cais i Ddod yn Ofalwr Maeth Camu Ymlaen?Rydym yn croesawu ymholiadau gan unigolion a/neu gyplau sydd: Yn 21 neu hŷn (heb unrhyw uchafswm oedran)Yn meddu ar Hawl Cyfreithiol i weithio yn y Deyrnas Unedig (gweler y diffiniad isod)Yn gallu darparu gofal llawn amser i blentyn neu blant yn eu cartref (rhaid i o leiaf un gofalwr fod yn bresennol yn llawn amser os gwneir cais fel cwpl)Ag ystafell wely neu ystafelloedd gwely sbâr yn benodol ar gyfer maethuProfiad o gefnogi plant, pobl ifanc neu oedolion, yn arbennig y rhai sydd ag anghenion cymhleth neu ymddygiad heriol Gall pobl o nifer o gefndiroedd gwahanol ddod yn Ofalwyr Maeth llwyddiannus. Beth sydd bwysicaf yw bod ag amynedd, empathi a’r gallu i gynnig cartref gofalgar a dibynadwy i blentyn neu unigolyn ifanc sydd ei angen.Oes Gennych yr Hawl i Weithio yn y Deyrnas UnedigCyn i chi wneud cais i fod yn Ofalwr Maeth, rhaid i chi brofi’n gyntaf eich bod yn gallu gweithio yn y Deyrnas Unedig. Gellir diffinio hyn fel: Dinasyddion Prydeinig neu WyddeligPobl sydd â statws sefydlog neu cyn-sefydlog o dan Gynllun Preswylio’n Sefydlog yr Undeb EwropeaiddRhai sydd â fisas penodol neu ganiatâd amhenodol i arosUnrhyw un sydd â’r hawl cyfreithiol i fyw a gweithio yn y Deyrnas Unedig Sylwer: Bydd angen i chi ddangos dogfennau gwreiddiol cyn i chi ddechrau eich cais i faethu.Beth mae'r Gwaith yn ei Olygu Gofal llawn amser am blentyn neu grŵp brodyr a chwiorydd sy’n symud o ofal preswylCynnig sefydlogrwydd, trefn a sicrwydd parhausCefnogi datblygiad emosiynol, ymddygiadol a chymdeithasol y plentynGweithio’n agos gyda gweithwyr cymdeithasol, therapyddion a gweithwyr proffesiynol eraillCadw cofnodion clir a darparu cefnogaeth therapiwtig, meithringarSicrhau bod y plentyn yn gallu cynnal cysylltiadau pwysig gyda’u teulu ehangach Pam Dewis Maethu Camu Ymlaen gyda Maethu Cymru Conwy? Ffi uwch o £52,000 y flwyddyn (cyfwerth â £1,000 yr wythnos)Lwfans maethu wythnosol yn gysylltiedig ag oedran ar gyfer y plentyn*Taliadau ar gyfer dathliad pen-blwydd, gwyliau a chrefyddol/diwylliannol*Taliad cadw o’r dyddiad cymeradwyo nes bod y plentyn yn cyrraedd a rhwng lleoliadau maethu a £500 am atgyfeiriad trwy Ap Care Friends Hefyd, byddwch yn cael mynediad at: Hyfforddiant therapiwtig wedi ei deilwra i’ch profiadCefnogaeth gan dîm maethu pwrpasolBuddion a gostyngiadau eraill megis (hyd at 100%) o ostyngiad yn Nhreth y Cyngor, trwydded barcio Cyngor Conwy, aelodaeth FfIT a mynediad at Gerdyn Blue Light ar gyfer gostyngiadau cenedlaethol *Yn unol â chyfraddau DFE yn gysylltiedig ag oedran a thaliad wythnosol yn cynyddu’n flynyddol yn unol â chwyddiantCymerwch y Cam Cyntaf at Faethu gyda Maethu Cymru ConwyGwnewch gais heddiw i ddysgu mwy am fod yn Ofalwr Maeth Camu Ymlaen.Sylwer: Mae symud ymlaen yn amodol ar wiriadau cefndir, asesiad a chymeradwyaeth lawn y panel maethu.
Step Forward Foster Carer – Basingstoke Ready for a Change? Use Your Skills to Transform a Child’s L... Step Forward Foster Carer – Basingstoke Ready for a Change? Use Your Skills to Transform a Child’s LifeEmployer: Sanctuary Personnel Location: Basingstoke Salary: From £840 per week when a child is placedWe are looking for people living in Basingstoke who can become Step Forward Foster Carers, providing a stable home for young people transitioning from Residential Care.This means you remain living in your own home in Basingstoke, while providing care for a young person. Full training, guidance, and ongoing support will be provided.To foster in the UK, you must meet all of the following requirements: Be 21 years of age or overHave a spare, dedicated bedroom in your homeHave experience supporting children, young people, or vulnerable adults Be a British citizen or hold Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) in the UK If you do not meet all of the above criteria, please do not apply, as your application will not be progressed Is it time to use your skills differently? Whether you’ve worked as a healthcare assistant, support worker, or in care homes, mental health services or community support, your experience could change a child’s life in ways you never imagined. Right now, there’s an urgent need for foster carers in Basingstoke and the surrounding areas, 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. 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 Could this be you? We’re looking for people who are: • Based in Basingstoke or surrounding areas • Ready to offer full-time care and a dedicated bedroom • Skilled in supporting children with emotional or behavioural needs • Emotionally resilient and reflective • Willing to become self-employed • Ideally 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.
Ready for a Change? Use Your Skills to Transform a Child’s LifeSpecialist Therapeutic Foster Carer –... Ready for a Change? Use Your Skills to Transform a Child’s LifeSpecialist Therapeutic Foster Carer – Peterborough Location: Peterborough Salary: £62,000 per year (plus additional allowances)Is it Time to Use Your Skills Differently?Every child deserves to feel safe, valued, and part of a family. Right now, a young person in Peterborough is living in residential care and needs someone who can help them take the next step into a stable, nurturing home where they can heal and thrive.This is part of a specialist therapeutic fostering programme managed by Bedford Borough, supporting children and young people in the cohort who need a safe family environment.If you have experience supporting children and families or vulnerable adults through challenges, safeguarding concerns, or complex situations—you already have the skills to change a child’s future.This role is not about simply providing a bed. It is about offering consistency, empathy, and the belief that life can get better.To foster in the UK, you must meet all of the following requirements: Be 21 years of age or overHave a spare, dedicated bedroom in your homeHave experience supporting children, young people, or vulnerable adults (professionally or personally)Be a British citizen or hold Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) in the UK Important – Visa StatusWe are unable to accept applications from individuals who hold: EU Settled or Pre-Settled StatusGraduate visasSkilled Worker visasStudent visasHealth & Care Worker visasSpouse VisaAny other temporary or time-limited visa Fostering requires permanent residency status in the UK.If you do not meet all of the above criteria, please do not apply, as your application will not be progressedWhy Choose Specialist Therapeutic Fostering?This specialist route is for people who want to make a profound difference. You will work as part of a trauma-informed team, helping children transition out of residential care into a safe family environment where they can build trust, resilience, and independence.This role offers you the chance to transform a child’s life while experiencing something life-changing yourself.What You Will Receive as a Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carer £62,000 per year plus £1,000 additional allowances for holidays and birthdaysUp to 28 days respite each yearSpecialist trauma-informed training and ongoing professional developmentClinical supervision and 24/7 out-of-hours supportPeer support networks, including access to the Mockingbird Constellation modelMembership of The Fostering NetworkBe part of a local fostering team that knows and values its carers Could This Be You?We are looking for individuals or couples who: Live in Peterborough or the surrounding areaCan offer a dedicated bedroom for fostering a young personHave experience supporting children or young people with emotional, behavioural, or family-related challengesAre resilient, nurturing, and open to learningCan provide full-time care (at least one person at home if applying as a couple)Ideally, you will have no children under 12 living at home. Exceptions may apply depending on the child’s needs. Please note – fostering requires you to register as self-employed. You will be responsible for managing your own tax affairs and maintaining the necessary records related to the role.Is it Time for a Change?This is your opportunity to use your Family Support Worker skills in a way that truly matters. You will make a difference to a child, to your community, and to yourself.Apply now to speak with our team and take the first step toward becoming a Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carer for Bedford Borough.
Step Forward Foster Carer – Folkestone & Surrounding Areas Ready for a Change? Use Your Skills t... Step Forward Foster Carer – Folkestone & Surrounding Areas Ready for a Change? Use Your Skills to Transform a Child’s LifeStep Forward Foster Carer – Folkestone & Surrounding Areas Employer: Sanctuary Personnel Location: Folkestone & surrounding areas Salary: From £840 per week when a child is placedIf you live in Folkestone or the surrounding areas, you could use your experience to make a life-changing difference as a Step Forward foster carer.Through this specialist programme, you will foster a young person in your own home in Folkestone, supporting a child who has been placed through Plymouth City Council’s Step Forward fostering programme.To foster in the UK, you must meet all of the following requirements: Be 21 years of age or overHave a spare, dedicated bedroom in your homeHave experience supporting children, young people, or vulnerable adults (professionally or personally)Be a British citizen or hold Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) in the UK If you do not meet all of the above criteria, please do not apply, as your application will not be progressed Is it time to use your skills differently? Whether you’ve worked as a healthcare assistant, support worker, or in care homes, mental health services or community support, your experience could change a child’s life in ways you never imagined. Right now, there’s an urgent need for foster carers in Folkestone and the surrounding areas, 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 Could this be you? We’re looking for people who are: • Based in Folkestone or surrounding areas • Ready to offer full-time care and a dedicated bedroom • Skilled in supporting children with emotional or behavioural needs • Emotionally resilient and reflective • Willing to become self-employed • Ideally 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 Folkestone.
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 | Healthcare | Support WorkTo foster in the UK, you must meet all of the following requirements: Be 21 years of age or overHave a spare, dedicated bedroom in your homeHave experience supporting children, young people, or vulnerable adults (professionally or personally)Be a British citizen or hold Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) in the UK Important – Visa Status:We are unable to accept applications from individuals who hold: EU Settled or Pre-Settled StatusGraduate visasSkilled Worker visasStudent visasHealth & Care Worker visaSpouse VisaAny other temporary or time-limited visa Fostering requires permanent residency status in the UK.If you do not meet all of the above criteria, please do not apply, as your application will not be progressedIs it time to use your skills differently? Whether you’ve worked as a healthcare assistant, support worker, or in care homes, mental health services or community support, 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 homeCould this be you? We’re looking for people who are: • Based in Plymouth or surrounding areas • Ready to offer full-time care and a dedicated bedroom • Skilled in supporting children with emotional or behavioural needs • Emotionally resilient and reflective • Willing to become self-employed • Ideally 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.
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 Healthcare Assistants & 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: Health & Social Care / Children & Families / WellbeingTo foster in the UK, you must meet all of the following requirements: Be 21 years of age or overHave a spare, dedicated bedroom in your homeHave experience supporting children, young people, or vulnerable adults (professionally or personally)Be a British citizen or hold Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) in the UK Important – Visa StatusWe are unable to accept applications from individuals who hold: EU Settled or Pre-Settled StatusGraduate visasSkilled Worker visasStudent visasHealth & Care Worker visasSpouse VisaAny other temporary or time-limited visa Fostering requires permanent residency status in the UK.If you do not meet all of the above criteria, please do not apply, as your application will not be progressed Are you a Healthcare Assistant or Support Worker ready for your most meaningful role?Some children in care are already making progress – in school, their routines, and their friendships. What they need now is a home that helps them stay grounded and supported.Foster Wales Flintshire is looking for compassionate carers in or near Haslingden and Rossendale who can offer stability to young people thriving in their current communities.If you've worked in roles like healthcare assistance, mental health support, residential care, or learning disabilities services, you likely already have the nurturing skills and resilience needed to become an outstanding foster carer. About the RoleThis role supports young people stepping down from residential or high-support care settings. They may have experienced challenges in the past but are now ready to grow in a stable family environment.We’re looking for carers who can provide a full-time home, helping children remain in their schools and community networks. This isn’t shift work—you’ll become a child’s main carer in your own home, with full wraparound support. Who We’re Looking ForWe welcome applications from individuals or couples who: Have experience in healthcare, support work, or similar care-focused rolesCan offer a nurturing, stable, full-time homeHave a spare bedroom and a full UK driving licenceAre open to learning, support, and therapeutic approachesIdeally don’t have children under 16 at home (each situation is considered individually) What You’ll ReceiveFinancial Support: £50,000 annual support packageWeekly fostering allowance (up to £258.79, approx. £13,453 per year)Extra allowances for birthdays, holidays, and festive periods (up to £1,035 per year) Professional & Practical Support: A dedicated social worker from Foster Wales FlintshireRegular support from an experienced foster carerSpecialist training, including therapeutic and trauma-informed carePeer support groups, well-being sessions, and development opportunities Additional Perks: Blue Light Card for national discounts50% Council Tax discountMembership to The Fostering NetworkAccess to the Mockingbird model (where available)Recognition and rewards via the CareFriends app Why Choose Foster Wales Flintshire?We’re not a private agency—we’re a not-for-profit local authority fostering team. That means every decision and every pound is used to support children and foster carers directly.You’ll become part of a close-knit team that values your background in care, respects your experience, and supports your journey into fostering. Apply NowYou already care. Now help a young person feel truly at home. If you live near Haslingden or Rossendale and want to explore this life-changing opportunity, we’d love to hear from you.
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 | Healthcare | Support WorkTo foster in the UK, you must meet all of the following requirements: Be 21 years of age or overHave a spare, dedicated bedroom in your homeHave experience supporting children, young people, or vulnerable adults (professionally or personally)Be a British citizen or hold Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) in the UK Important – Visa StatusWe are unable to accept applications from individuals who hold: EU Settled or Pre-Settled StatusGraduate visasSkilled Worker visasStudent visasHealth & Care Worker visasSpouse VisaAny other temporary or time-limited visa Fostering requires permanent residency status in the UK.If you do not meet all of the above criteria, please do not apply, as your application will not be progressed Is it time to use your skills differently? Whether you’ve worked as a healthcare assistant, support worker, or in care homes, mental health services or community support, 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 areas • Ready to offer full-time care and a dedicated bedroom • Skilled in supporting children with emotional or behavioural needs • Emotionally resilient and reflective • Willing to become self-employed • Ideally 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.
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 Healthcare Assistants & 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: Health & Social Care / Children & Families / WellbeingTo foster in the UK, you must meet all of the following requirements: Be 21 years of age or overHave a spare, dedicated bedroom in your homeHave experience supporting children, young people, or vulnerable adults (professionally or personally)Be a British citizen or hold Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) in the UK Important – Visa StatusWe are unable to accept applications from individuals who hold: EU Settled or Pre-Settled StatusGraduate visasSkilled Worker visasStudent visasHealth & Care Worker visasSpouse VisaAny other temporary or time-limited visa Fostering requires permanent residency status in the UK.If you do not meet all of the above criteria, please do not apply, as your application will not be progressed Are you a Healthcare Assistant or Support Worker ready for your most meaningful role? Some children in care are already making progress – in school, their routines, and their friendships. What they need now is a home that helps them stay grounded and supported.Foster Wales Flintshire is looking for compassionate carers in or near Haslingden and Rossendale who can offer stability to young people thriving in their current communities.If you've worked in roles like healthcare assistance, mental health support, residential care, or learning disabilities services, you likely already have the nurturing skills and resilience needed to become an outstanding foster carer. About the Role This role supports young people stepping down from residential or high-support care settings. They may have experienced challenges in the past but are now ready to grow in a stable family environment.We’re looking for carers who can provide a full-time home, helping children remain in their schools and community networks. This isn’t shift work—you’ll become a child’s main carer in your own home, with full wraparound support. Who We’re Looking For We welcome applications from individuals or couples who: Have experience in healthcare, support work, or similar care-focused roles Can offer a nurturing, stable, full-time home Have a spare bedroom and a full UK driving licence Are open to learning, support, and therapeutic approaches Ideally don’t have children under 16 at home (each situation is considered individually) What You’ll Receive Financial Support: £50,000 annual support package Weekly fostering allowance (up to £258.79, approx. £13,453 per year) Extra allowances for birthdays, holidays, and festive periods (up to £1,035 per year) Professional & Practical Support: A dedicated social worker from Foster Wales Flintshire Regular support from an experienced foster carer Specialist training, including therapeutic and trauma-informed care Peer support groups, well-being sessions, and development opportunities Additional Perks: Blue Light Card for national discounts 50% Council Tax discount Membership to The Fostering Network Access to the Mockingbird model (where available) Recognition and rewards via the CareFriends app Why Choose Foster Wales Flintshire? We’re not a private agency—we’re a not-for-profit local authority fostering team. That means every decision and every pound is used to support children and foster carers directly.You’ll become part of a close-knit team that values your background in care, respects your experience, and supports your journey into fostering. Apply Now You already care. Now help a young person feel truly at home. If you live near Haslingden or Rossendale and want to explore this life-changing opportunity, we’d love to hear from you.
Ready for a Change? Use Your Skills to Transform a Child’s LifeSpecialist Therapeutic Foster Carer –... Ready for a Change? Use Your Skills to Transform a Child’s LifeSpecialist Therapeutic Foster Carer – Bedford and Surrounding Areas Location: Bedford and surrounding areas Salary: £62,000 per year (plus additional allowances) Employment Type: Full-time | Self-employedTo foster in the UK, you must meet all of the following requirements: Be 21 years of age or overHave a spare, dedicated bedroom in your homeHave experience supporting children, young people, or vulnerable adults (professionally or personally)Be a British citizen or hold Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) in the UK Important – Visa StatusWe are unable to accept applications from individuals who hold: EU Settled or Pre-Settled StatusGraduate visasSkilled Worker visasStudent visasHealth & Care Worker visasSpouse VisaAny other temporary or time-limited visa Fostering requires permanent residency status in the UK.If you do not meet all of the above criteria, please do not apply, as your application will not be progressedIs it Time to Use Your Healthcare Assistant & Support Worker Skills Differently?Every child deserves to feel safe, valued, and part of a family. Right now, young people in Bedford Borough are living in residential care and need someone who can help them take the next step into a stable home where they can heal and thrive.If you have experience as a Healthcare Assistant or Support Worker, helping children and families navigate challenges, provide guidance, or manage safeguarding concerns, you already have skills that could change a child’s future. This role is not about providing a bed. It is about offering consistency, empathy, and the belief that life can get better.As a Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carer, you will welcome a young person into your home and provide full-time care, supported every step of the way by a dedicated local team.Why Choose Specialist Therapeutic Fostering?This specialist route is for people who want to make a profound difference. You will work as part of a trauma-informed team, helping children transition out of residential care into a safe family environment where they can build trust, resilience, and independence.This role offers you the chance to transform a child’s life while experiencing something life-changing yourself.What You Will Receive as a Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carer £62,000 per year plus £1,000 additional allowances for holidays and birthdaysUp to 28 days respite each yearSpecialist trauma-informed training and ongoing professional developmentClinical supervision and 24/7 out-of-hours supportPeer support networks, including access to the Mockingbird Constellation modelMembership of The Fostering NetworkBe part of a local fostering team that knows and values its carers Could This Be You?We are looking for individuals or couples who: Live in Bedford or the surrounding areaCan offer a dedicated bedroom for fostering a young personHave experience supporting children or young people with emotional, behavioural, or family-related challengesAre resilient, nurturing, and open to learningCan provide full-time care (at least one person at home if applying as a couple)Ideally, you will have no children under 12 living at home. Exceptions may apply depending on the child’s needs. Please note – fostering requires you to register as self-employed. You will be responsible for managing your own tax affairs and maintaining the necessary records related to the role.Is it Time for a Change?This is your opportunity to use your Family Support Worker skills in a way that truly matters. You will make a difference to a child, to your community, and to yourself.Apply now to speak with our team and take the first step toward becoming a Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carer for Bedford Borough.
Ready for a Change? Use Your Skills to Transform a Child’s LifeSpecialist Therapeutic Foster Carer –... Ready for a Change? Use Your Skills to Transform a Child’s LifeSpecialist Therapeutic Foster Carer – Bedford and Surrounding Areas Location: Bedford and surrounding areas Salary: £62,000 per year (plus additional allowances) Employment Type: Full-time | Self-employedTo foster in the UK, you must meet all of the following requirements: Be 21 years of age or overHave a spare, dedicated bedroom in your homeHave experience supporting children, young people, or vulnerable adults (professionally or personally)Be a British citizen or hold Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) in the UK Important – Visa StatusWe are unable to accept applications from individuals who hold: EU Settled or Pre-Settled StatusGraduate visasSkilled Worker visasStudent visasHealth & Care Worker visasSpouse VisaAny other temporary or time-limited visa Fostering requires permanent residency status in the UK.If you do not meet all of the above criteria, please do not apply, as your application will not be progressedIs it Time to Use Your Healthcare Assistant & Support Worker Skills Differently?Every child deserves to feel safe, valued, and part of a family. Right now, young people in Bedford Borough are living in residential care and need someone who can help them take the next step into a stable home where they can heal and thrive.If you have experience as a Healthcare Assistant or Support Worker, helping children and families navigate challenges, provide guidance, or manage safeguarding concerns, you already have skills that could change a child’s future. This role is not about providing a bed. It is about offering consistency, empathy, and the belief that life can get better.As a Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carer, you will welcome a young person into your home and provide full-time care, supported every step of the way by a dedicated local team.Why Choose Specialist Therapeutic Fostering?This specialist route is for people who want to make a profound difference. You will work as part of a trauma-informed team, helping children transition out of residential care into a safe family environment where they can build trust, resilience, and independence.This role offers you the chance to transform a child’s life while experiencing something life-changing yourself.What You Will Receive as a Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carer £62,000 per year plus £1,000 additional allowances for holidays and birthdaysUp to 28 days respite each yearSpecialist trauma-informed training and ongoing professional developmentClinical supervision and 24/7 out-of-hours supportPeer support networks, including access to the Mockingbird Constellation modelMembership of The Fostering NetworkBe part of a local fostering team that knows and values its carers Could This Be You?We are looking for individuals or couples who: Live in Bedford or the surrounding areaCan offer a dedicated bedroom for fostering a young personHave experience supporting children or young people with emotional, behavioural, or family-related challengesAre resilient, nurturing, and open to learningCan provide full-time care (at least one person at home if applying as a couple)Ideally, you will have no children under 12 living at home. Exceptions may apply depending on the child’s needs. Please note – fostering requires you to register as self-employed. You will be responsible for managing your own tax affairs and maintaining the necessary records related to the role.Is it Time for a Change?This is your opportunity to use your Family Support Worker skills in a way that truly matters. You will make a difference to a child, to your community, and to yourself.Apply now to speak with our team and take the first step toward becoming a Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carer for Bedford Borough.
Ready for a Change? Use Your Skills to Transform a Child’s LifeSpecialist Therapeutic Foster Carer –... Ready for a Change? Use Your Skills to Transform a Child’s LifeSpecialist Therapeutic Foster Carer – Bedford and Surrounding Areas Location: Bedford and surrounding areas Salary: £62,000 per year (plus additional allowances) Employment Type: Full-time | Self-employedTo foster in the UK, you must meet all of the following requirements: Be 21 years of age or overHave a spare, dedicated bedroom in your homeHave experience supporting children, young people, or vulnerable adults (professionally or personally)Be a British citizen or hold Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) in the UK Important – Visa StatusWe are unable to accept applications from individuals who hold: EU Settled or Pre-Settled StatusGraduate visasSkilled Worker visasStudent visasHealth & Care Worker visasSpouse VisaAny other temporary or time-limited visa Fostering requires permanent residency status in the UK.If you do not meet all of the above criteria, please do not apply, as your application will not be progressedIs it Time to Use Your Healthcare Assistant & Support Worker Skills Differently?Every child deserves to feel safe, valued, and part of a family. Right now, young people in Bedford Borough are living in residential care and need someone who can help them take the next step into a stable home where they can heal and thrive.If you have experience as a Healthcare Assistant or Support Worker, helping children and families navigate challenges, provide guidance, or manage safeguarding concerns, you already have skills that could change a child’s future. This role is not about providing a bed. It is about offering consistency, empathy, and the belief that life can get better.As a Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carer, you will welcome a young person into your home and provide full-time care, supported every step of the way by a dedicated local team.Why Choose Specialist Therapeutic Fostering?This specialist route is for people who want to make a profound difference. You will work as part of a trauma-informed team, helping children transition out of residential care into a safe family environment where they can build trust, resilience, and independence.This role offers you the chance to transform a child’s life while experiencing something life-changing yourself.What You Will Receive as a Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carer £62,000 per year plus £1,000 additional allowances for holidays and birthdaysUp to 28 days respite each yearSpecialist trauma-informed training and ongoing professional developmentClinical supervision and 24/7 out-of-hours supportPeer support networks, including access to the Mockingbird Constellation modelMembership of The Fostering NetworkBe part of a local fostering team that knows and values its carers Could This Be You?We are looking for individuals or couples who: Live in Bedford or the surrounding areaCan offer a dedicated bedroom for fostering a young personHave experience supporting children or young people with emotional, behavioural, or family-related challengesAre resilient, nurturing, and open to learningCan provide full-time care (at least one person at home if applying as a couple)Ideally, you will have no children under 12 living at home. Exceptions may apply depending on the child’s needs. Please note – fostering requires you to register as self-employed. You will be responsible for managing your own tax affairs and maintaining the necessary records related to the role.Is it Time for a Change?This is your opportunity to use your Family Support Worker skills in a way that truly matters. You will make a difference to a child, to your community, and to yourself.Apply now to speak with our team and take the first step toward becoming a Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carer for Bedford Borough.
Ready for a Change? Use Your Skills to Transform a Child’s LifeSpecialist Therapeutic Foster Carer –... Ready for a Change? Use Your Skills to Transform a Child’s LifeSpecialist Therapeutic Foster Carer – Bedford and Surrounding Areas Location: Bedford and surrounding areas Salary: £62,000 per year (plus additional allowances) Employment Type: Full-time | Self-employedTo foster in the UK, you must meet all of the following requirements: Be 21 years of age or overHave a spare, dedicated bedroom in your homeHave experience supporting children, young people, or vulnerable adults (professionally or personally)Be a British citizen or hold Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) in the UK Important – Visa StatusWe are unable to accept applications from individuals who hold: EU Settled or Pre-Settled StatusGraduate visasSkilled Worker visasStudent visasHealth & Care Worker visasSpouse VisaAny other temporary or time-limited visa Fostering requires permanent residency status in the UK.If you do not meet all of the above criteria, please do not apply, as your application will not be progressedIs it Time to Use Your Healthcare Assistant & Support Worker Skills Differently?Every child deserves to feel safe, valued, and part of a family. Right now, young people in Bedford Borough are living in residential care and need someone who can help them take the next step into a stable home where they can heal and thrive.If you have experience as a Healthcare Assistant or Support Worker, helping children and families navigate challenges, provide guidance, or manage safeguarding concerns, you already have skills that could change a child’s future. This role is not about providing a bed. It is about offering consistency, empathy, and the belief that life can get better.As a Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carer, you will welcome a young person into your home and provide full-time care, supported every step of the way by a dedicated local team.Why Choose Specialist Therapeutic Fostering?This specialist route is for people who want to make a profound difference. You will work as part of a trauma-informed team, helping children transition out of residential care into a safe family environment where they can build trust, resilience, and independence.This role offers you the chance to transform a child’s life while experiencing something life-changing yourself.What You Will Receive as a Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carer £62,000 per year plus £1,000 additional allowances for holidays and birthdaysUp to 28 days respite each yearSpecialist trauma-informed training and ongoing professional developmentClinical supervision and 24/7 out-of-hours supportPeer support networks, including access to the Mockingbird Constellation modelMembership of The Fostering NetworkBe part of a local fostering team that knows and values its carers Could This Be You?We are looking for individuals or couples who: Live in Bedford or the surrounding areaCan offer a dedicated bedroom for fostering a young personHave experience supporting children or young people with emotional, behavioural, or family-related challengesAre resilient, nurturing, and open to learningCan provide full-time care (at least one person at home if applying as a couple)Ideally, you will have no children under 12 living at home. Exceptions may apply depending on the child’s needs. Please note – fostering requires you to register as self-employed. You will be responsible for managing your own tax affairs and maintaining the necessary records related to the role.Is it Time for a Change?This is your opportunity to use your Family Support Worker skills in a way that truly matters. You will make a difference to a child, to your community, and to yourself.Apply now to speak with our team and take the first step toward becoming a Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carer for Bedford Borough.
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 | Healthcare | Support WorkTo foster in the UK, you must meet all of the following requirements: Be 21 years of age or overHave a spare, dedicated bedroom in your homeHave experience supporting children, young people, or vulnerable adults (professionally or personally)Be a British citizen or hold Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) in the UK Important – Visa StatusWe are unable to accept applications from individuals who hold: EU Settled or Pre-Settled StatusGraduate visasSkilled Worker visasStudent visasHealth & Care Worker visasSpouse VisaAny other temporary or time-limited visaFostering requires permanent residency status in the UK. If you do not meet all of the above criteria, please do not apply, as your application will not be progressed Is it time to use your skills differently? Whether you’ve worked as a healthcare assistant, support worker, or in care homes, mental health services or community support, 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 areas • Ready to offer full-time care and a dedicated bedroom • Skilled in supporting children with emotional or behavioural needs • Emotionally resilient and reflective • Willing to become self-employed • Ideally 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 LifeSpecialist Therapeutic Foster Carer –... Ready for a Change? Use Your Skills to Transform a Child’s LifeSpecialist Therapeutic Foster Carer – Bedford and Surrounding Areas Location: Bedford and surrounding areas Salary: £62,000 per year (plus additional allowances) Employment Type: Full-time | Self-employedTo foster in the UK, you must meet all of the following requirements: Be 21 years of age or overHave a spare, dedicated bedroom in your homeHave experience supporting children, young people, or vulnerable adults (professionally or personally)Be a British citizen or hold Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) in the UK Important – Visa StatusWe are unable to accept applications from individuals who hold: EU Settled or Pre-Settled StatusGraduate visasSkilled Worker visasStudent visasHealth & Care Worker visasSpouse VisaAny other temporary or time-limited visa Fostering requires permanent residency status in the UK.If you do not meet all of the above criteria, please do not apply, as your application will not be progressedIs it Time to Use Your Healthcare Assistant & Support Worker Skills Differently?Every child deserves to feel safe, valued, and part of a family. Right now, young people in Bedford Borough are living in residential care and need someone who can help them take the next step into a stable home where they can heal and thrive.If you have experience as a Healthcare Assistant or Support Worker, helping children and families navigate challenges, provide guidance, or manage safeguarding concerns, you already have skills that could change a child’s future. This role is not about providing a bed. It is about offering consistency, empathy, and the belief that life can get better.As a Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carer, you will welcome a young person into your home and provide full-time care, supported every step of the way by a dedicated local team.Why Choose Specialist Therapeutic Fostering?This specialist route is for people who want to make a profound difference. You will work as part of a trauma-informed team, helping children transition out of residential care into a safe family environment where they can build trust, resilience, and independence.This role offers you the chance to transform a child’s life while experiencing something life-changing yourself.What You Will Receive as a Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carer £62,000 per year plus £1,000 additional allowances for holidays and birthdaysUp to 28 days respite each yearSpecialist trauma-informed training and ongoing professional developmentClinical supervision and 24/7 out-of-hours supportPeer support networks, including access to the Mockingbird Constellation modelMembership of The Fostering NetworkBe part of a local fostering team that knows and values its carers Could This Be You?We are looking for individuals or couples who: Live in Bedford or the surrounding areaCan offer a dedicated bedroom for fostering a young personHave experience supporting children or young people with emotional, behavioural, or family-related challengesAre resilient, nurturing, and open to learningCan provide full-time care (at least one person at home if applying as a couple)Ideally, you will have no children under 12 living at home. Exceptions may apply depending on the child’s needs. Please note – fostering requires you to register as self-employed. You will be responsible for managing your own tax affairs and maintaining the necessary records related to the role.Is it Time for a Change?This is your opportunity to use your Family Support Worker skills in a way that truly matters. You will make a difference to a child, to your community, and to yourself.Apply now to speak with our team and take the first step toward becoming a Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carer for Bedford Borough.