Foster Carer

5 Days Old

Have a spare room and a big heart? You could transform a childs life and your own.
Were Sparks Fostering, rated Outstanding for leadership by Ofsted, and were looking for people across England who can provide a safe and supportive home to a child or young person.
You dont need special qualifications just a willingness to learn, a nurturing heart, and space in your home.
What We Offer:
Pay & Financial Support
£500£1000 + per week per child (current average fee is £750/week, including for newly approved carers)
£1,500 approval bonus after panel
£200 loyalty bonus every year you remain approved
Two weeks paid respite per year
Two weeks bridging payments to support gaps between placements
Generous tax relief for foster carers
Grants & Extras
Up to £300 child welcome grant for each new placement
Up to £450 per child per year for birthdays & religious festivals
Holiday grant up to £300 twice yearly per child
£20+ per week saved for each child, paid to them when placement ends
Training & Ongoing Support
Weekly 1:1 support from your social worker
Additional weekly support per child
Matching support from a dedicated support worker
£50 per month training & events allowance
Specialist training, first aid & de-escalation training
Therapy, counselling & tuition for children fully funded
What Youll Do:
As a foster carer, youll care for a child who cannot live with their birth family. Your role is to provide stability, safety, and love we provide everything else.
Youll attend training, work with a social worker, and be part of a supportive fostering team.

Requirements:
A spare bedroom in your home
Age 21 or older
Based in England
Willing to undertake a background check and assessment process
Commitment to caring for children in need
Next Steps:
Interested in finding out more?
- Apply here on Totaljobs
- Learn more about foster care, please visit our website
Wed love to hear from you even if you're just exploring your options.

Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
Work from home

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Location:
Leicester
Salary:
not provided
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Social Care

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