Specialist Foster Carer
Location : Greater Manchester
Contract Type : Self-Employed
Fostering Fees : Up to £54,704 per year (£1,052 per week) when a child is placed £408 per week (£21,216 per year) between placements
TACT is looking for experienced, compassionate, and resilient individuals to join our Step Forward fostering scheme
a specialist type of foster care designed to help young people transition from residential care to a stable and nurturing family environment.
This is not an employed role, but as a self-employed foster carer, you will receive generous professional fostering fees & allowances, full training, and comprehensive support.
What is Step Forward Fostering?
Step Forward Foster Care is for young people who have been in residential care and need a therapeutic, long-term family environment. These young people may have complex needs, have experienced trauma or disruption, and will be the only foster child in your home. You will play a vital role in helping them achieve stability, security and the opportunity to thrive in family life.
Financial Stability & Recognition
We value your dedication and expertise
and ensure you are rewarded fairly:
Up to £54,704 per year (£1,052 per week) when a child is placed
£408 per week retainer (£21,216 per year) between placements
Additional payments and allowances available
Special fostering tax exemptions, meaning lower tax compared to most employed roles
Qualifications and Experience
Were looking for people who can commit to this life-changing role. To be eligible, you must:
Have experience supporting vulnerable children (some relevant roles may include work in fostering, residential care, social work, youth work, SEN work, care work, therapeutic work or similar)
Be able to offer a dedicated bedroom in your home for a child
Have the right to work in the UK
Commit full-time to fostering (without other employment)
Work as part of a team to support the childs needs
Willingness to undertake therapeutic and trauma-informed training
The Support Youll Receive
We know this is a specialist role
which is why we offer outstanding support and training so youll never feel alone on your fostering journey:
A dedicated Senior Practitioner for guidance and supervision
A Family Wellbeing Worker to support you and the child
Planned breaks
28 days per year with the help of a Hub Carer
Access to a network of specialist foster carers for peer support
Comprehensive training, including therapeutic and neurodevelopmental courses
Psychological consultations and access to specialist therapeutic input
24/7 out-of-hours support whenever you need it
How to apply Interested in finding out more? Wed love to hear from you.
Foster carers are self-employed and subject to fostering regulations and approval processes, including checks, training, and assessment. TACT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all foster carers to share this commitment.
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