Foster Carer
2 weeks ago
Why choose fostering as a career?
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Possibly the most rewarding career awaits you as a foster carer. You need to be over the age of 21 years, have a spare bedroom in your home and motivated to make a difference in a child's life._
Every child is unique, and the same is true for every foster care journey.
Whether you are planning to foster yourself or as a couple, finding the right agency to support and help you throughout this life-changing career is crucial.
In the UK, we are currently experiencing a shortfall of 25,000 foster homes over the next five years.
Starting your journey as a foster carer can be daunting, which is why we at The Fostering Foundation are here to guide you through the process, every step of the way.
From choosing the type of care that would suit you, to what you can expect during home visits, we are here to support you each step of the way.
Who can become a foster carer?
It is a common myth that only families or couples can foster.
The reality is that there are very few barriers to entry and we, at the Fostering Foundation, welcome a diverse variety of people who can care for the individual needs of children in need - including people within the LGTBQ+ community, as well as single people and those with disabilities.
The only stipulations are that you must be over 21 years of age, have a spare bedroom for each child in your care (or enough room for siblings to share) and be available for a given amount of time.
Once you apply, you will be assessed by The Fostering Foundation's friendly team to work out what kind of foster care is right for you, and to ensure you are able to meet the needs of a child placed in your care.
What should I expect from the assessment process?
The fostering process can take up to four months, beginning with your appointment with one of our team at The Fostering Foundation.
Together, we will explore your motivations for becoming a foster carer and the type of foster care you are interested in and best suited for.
Please note that the type of home will not preclude you from fostering - houses, flats and mobile homes are all acceptable as long as they meet the criteria for health and safety and a spare room.
What training will I receive?
Once you have passed all your checks, interviews and home visits, you will be enrolled on our bespoke training package.
During assessment you will also start to learn about what fostering entails through completing the Skills to Foster workshops which are run by Fostering Foundation staff.
We offer training with a particular emphasis on therapeutic approaches, including training in Attachment Theory, PACE and Therapeutic Parenting.
We also offer training in First Aid, Child Protection, Managing Behaviours, Gender Identity, Internet Safety and Managing Feelings for Carers - and much more.
We offer ongoing courses and refreshers throughout your time as a foster carer, so you can stay up to date and fully prepared for all that fostering may entail.
What kind of support will I get from The Fostering Foundation?
From your initial appointment, you will experience support from our network of social workers and support staff at every step of your journey, to ensure you and the young people in your care are fully supported on a day-to-day basis.
In addition, we have created local networks - called "hubs" - of foster carers in your area, connecting you with fellow foster carers for regular support, advice and a community of like-minded people to lean on and learn from.
As well as regular training and updates throughout the year, we can also help you with practical details - such as getting financial support for foster carers, and much more.
OTHER BENEFITS
Wrap around
Our highly experienced social workers are deliberately given low caseloads so that they can provide you with all the support you need
24/7 365
Even if you need us in the small hours of the night, we have a 24/7 inhouse on call service.
Carer hub
We have a network of carer hubs throughout the South West of England and there will be one near you.
Training
We will provide high quality, regular and relevant training to you, throughout your fostering career. This will empower you to enjoy your fostering career with confidence
Discounts
As a foster carer with us, you will be able to avail lots of lucrative deals and discounts through your membership of the Fostering Network and the Blue Light card scheme, making the cost of essential items such as insurance through to entry tickets at many attractions, that much cheaper.
Tax
In most cases, the income you earn from be
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