Foster Carer

2 weeks ago


Wigan, United Kingdom RSD Fostering Full time

**Foster Carer opportunity - Up to £27,000 per annum. Weekly allowance per child, discounts on many shops and leisure centres plus a weekly personal allowance.**

**Are you looking for a hugely rewarding career which will change and shape a child’s future?**

We need people all over the UK who have a spare room, who can offer a child a stable, nurturing and loving home. If you have a caring nature and the space in your heart and home to foster a child, contact us today and embark on the most rewarding experience of your life.

**Did you know?**
- You can continue to work alongside being a Foster Parent
- There are many different types of fostering to provide flexibility around your lifestyle and suitability to you and your family
- We offer many opportunities to improve your knowledge and skills so you can be your best in your role
- You will also be assigned a Supervising Social Worker and you’ll build strong contacts at your local fostering agency
- We welcome people from all ethnic, cultural and religious backgrounds, physical abilities and the LGBT+ community. You can be single, married, a homeowner or a tenant. Your ability to care for and nurture a child is what really matters.

**What we have to offer for Foster Carers**:

- Access to 24/7 advice and strong peer support
- Tax free weekly allowance which will not affect any benefits you are currently receiving
- A generous personal Allowance
- Free training provided & ongoing training and development
- Discounts at high street shops, leisure activities, and family activity days
- Discounts on London West End shows
- School Tuition Support with Acorn Digital Learning
- Specialist home insurance
- Respite breaks from being a foster parent

**What we are looking for in a Foster Carer**:

- A full time spare bedroom for the foster child is essential
- You must be over 21
- You must have the right to remain in the UK (been in the UK for more than 5 years)
- Someone with lots of love and support to give
- A full driving licence and access to a vehicle is preferred
- Ability to provide a caring and nurturing environment.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Part-time

**Salary**: Up to £27,000.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Discounted or free food
- Work from home

Application question(s):

- Do you have a spare bedroom?
- Do you have indefinite leave to remain in the UK?

Work Location: One location

Reference ID: PW-W4-GM


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