Job Description
Make a Difference. Become a Foster Carer.
Are you someone with time, patience, and a big heart? Could you offer a safe, stable, and nurturing home for a child or young person? If so, we’d love to hear from you.
We're looking for compassionate, resilient, and dedicated individuals to become foster carers. Our Ofsted-rated Outstanding fostering service supports children and young people from all walks of life—and we need people like you to help them thrive.
Who can foster?
You can become a foster carer whether you are:
* Male or female
* Young or older (21+)
* Single, married, or in a partnership
* LGBTQIA+
* From any cultural or ethnic background
* Renting or owning your home
What do you need to foster?
You don’t need to be a parenting expert—just someone who cares. We ask that you have:
* Some experience with children or young people (parenting, family care, volunteering, etc.)
* Time and flexibility in your work or daily routine
* A spare room for fostering children aged 2 or over
* The ability to work as part of a wider team (social workers, teachers, health professionals)
We also consider:
1. Your ability to travel
2. Your health and financial security
3. Any criminal history...