Foster Carer

7 months ago


Lancaster, United Kingdom RSD Fostering Full time

**Compassionate Foster Carers Wanted - Make a Difference in a Child’s Life**

Are you passionate about positively impacting the lives of vulnerable children? Do you have a caring nature and the ability to provide a safe and nurturing environment? If so, we have an incredible opportunity for you to become a Foster Carer and make a real difference.

As a Foster Carer, you will play a crucial role in providing a stable and loving home for children who are unable to live with their birth families. By opening your heard and home, you will give these children the opportunity to thrive, grow and experience the love and care they deserve.

If you want a skilled role that is home based, generously rewarded, and makes a real difference to society, fostering may be for you*

**Key Responsibilities**:

- Provide a safe, secure, and nurturing environment for children in your care
- Promote the physical, emotional, and educational development of the children
- Encourage positive relationships and support children’s connections with their birth families
- Collaborate with social workers and other professionals to meet the individual needs of each child
- Maintain accurate records and report on the progress and well-being of children

**Requirements**:

- Genuine passion for improving the lives of children
- Ability to create a warm, caring, and stable environment
- Flexibility and adaptability to accommodate different age groups and needs
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Resilience and the ability to manage changing situations
- Basic computer skills for record keeping and reporting

**Benefits**
- Flexible working hours and the opportunity to work from home
- Generous fostering allowance - average of £24,700 (equivalent of earning £30,000 with the Governments favourable tax allowances for Foster Carers).
- Access to ongoing training and development via an online platform and face to face training courses
- The chance to join a supportive and inclusive community of foster carers and take part in the many carer and children’s activities throughout the year
- Wrap around support from a dedicated team of professionals
- Educational support and advice for the children you look after
- Discounts on many major retailers and leisure venues.

We are committed to providing safe homes for children in need, come and be part of our story and feel the satisfaction of making a positive impact on a child’s life.

**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 right to work in the UK?

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: PW-W47-LAN


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