Become a Step Forward Foster Carer – A Life-Changing Opportunity for Psychological Wellbeing Practitioners (PWPs) Foster with TACT Fostering and Bury Council Please note: This role requires you to be self-Employed Are you a Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner (PWP) with a passion for helping individuals navigate emotional challenges with empathy and structure? You already have the therapeutic mindset, resilience, and relationship-building skills needed to make a life-changing difference in a young person’s life. We are looking for compassionate, emotionally intelligent individuals like you to become Step Forward Foster Carers — offering a safe, supportive home to a young person transitioning from residential care. This is your opportunity to bring your skills beyond session-based work and into a family environment where consistency, care, and connection truly transform lives. What is Step Forward Fostering? Step Forward Fostering is a pioneering project that supports young people who’ve experienced trauma, loss, and instability, helping them transition from residential care into a secure family setting. These young people need more than shelter — they need someone like you: a calm, consistent adult who understands emotional regulation, mental health support, and how to create trust over time. As a Step Forward Foster Carer, you’ll be part of a therapeutic, multi-agency support team. You’ll never be alone on this journey. What You’ll Receive: Supporting a young person with complex emotional needs is no small task — which is why we provide comprehensive emotional and financial support. Specialist Support: Your own Senior Practitioner offering regular guidance and supervision A Family Wellbeing Worker to support both you and your foster child A Hub Carer providing up to 28 days of planned short breaks every year 24/7 Out-of-Hours Support A network of other Step Forward Carers for peer connection and shared learning Ongoing training in trauma-informed care and understanding neurodevelopmental needs Access to therapeutic and psychological support aligned with your professional approach Financial Package: We provide a generous financial package so you can focus entirely on building a safe, stable home. £1,052 per week while a child is placed with you (around £54,704 per year) £408 per week retainer between placements (up to £21,216 per year) Extra allowances for birthdays, holidays, and cultural celebrations Tax exemptions specifically designed for foster carers Is This You? We are looking for PWPs who are: Passionate about mental health and emotional wellbeing Skilled in supporting vulnerable individuals through evidence-based care Calm, reflective, and resilient in the face of emotional challenges Ready to transfer their therapeutic knowledge to a home-based setting If this sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you! To Be Eligible, You’ll Need: Full-time availability and a spare bedroom A willingness to complete our professional training The right to work in the UK Take the next step in your career and become a Step Forward Foster Carer. Your experience as a Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner (PWP) could be the foundation for a truly life-changing role