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Job Title: Foster Carer with our Charity St Christopher's (Work From Home Opportunity)
Location: West Midlands
Employment status: Self-Employed / Full-Time/ Part time
Allowance: £400 per week/ £1,600 per fostered child, per month (dependent on child’s needs, age and local authority)
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Job Description
Are you looking for a rewarding, home-based role that makes a real difference? Becoming a foster carer is more than just a job – it’s a life-changing opportunity to provide a safe, supportive, and loving environment for a child or young person in need.
As a foster carer, you’ll be working from home, caring for children placed in your household by the local authority and fully supported by our Ofsted Rated Good Charity. This is a 24/7 commitment that requires compassion, resilience, and a genuine desire to help vulnerable children thrive.
We welcome applications from any individuals aged 21 and over, including single carers, couples, and families from all backgrounds and walks of life.
Key Responsibilities
Provide a safe, stable, and nurturing home environment for children and young people.
Support the emotional, physical, and developmental needs of children in your care.
Work collaboratively with social workers, schools, health professionals, and birth families where appropriate.
Attend and contribute to training sessions, meetings, and reviews (usually virtual or local).
Maintain accurate records and support the creation of care plans in line with statutory guidance.
Promote educational achievement, social skills, and positive behaviour.
Be an advocate for the child or young person’s best interests at all times.
Remain flexible and open to caring for children on a short-term, long-term, or respite.
What You’ll Need
A spare bedroom in your home.
Time, energy, and availability to provide 24/7 care.
Strong communication skills and emotional resilience.
Willingness to undergo a full assessment, background checks (including ex-partners checks), and training.
Commitment to ongoing professional development.
What We Offer
Tax-free fostering allowance starting from minimum £400 per week, to a maximum of £19,360 per year tax-free (dependent on individual circumstances).
Full training relevant to your role
Access to local support groups.
24/7 support from St Christopher's, providing advice and guidance through our Out of Hours support
A Therapeutic team providing support and expertise to our families
The chance to work from home while making a lasting impact.
Allocated Supervising Social Worker for support and supervision
Annual days out and events for foster families and children to build community, connection, and fun memories together.
Make a Difference from Your Own Home
Fostering is a unique work-from-home role that combines flexibility with meaningful, purposeful work. If you're ready to open your home and your heart, get in touch to learn more. Complete the enquiry form and we will get in touch.
Please check out our two pager guide including FAQs, and greater detail on financial support. Including flexibility on who we can consider as carers and the duration of time it takes for you to be approved. Please cut and paste the below URL for these details.
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