Foster Carer

3 months ago


Swindon, United Kingdom Swindon Borough Council Full time
We are looking to recruit foster carers in a 20 miles radius of Swindon.

We are keen to have people foster with us from all cultural, religious and racial backgrounds, single people, couples as fostering is open to everyone and we want to talk to you about your fostering journey. 

The process starts with a conversation with us. It is not complex and we aim for you to be approved to foster from 4 to 6 months after we have been out to talk with you. Don’t worry we understand fostering can sound daunting but our training offer starts at the beginning of the process to ensure you are ready to take a child into your home once you are an approved foster carer.

We look forward to hearing from you to pursue your journey to become a foster carer for our children here in Swindon.

What sets us apart?

Our service sits within Swindon Borough Council a local resource for local children. Comprehensive 24/7 professional support from Social Workers. Shorter wait times between matching children with you. All support groups and support activities are local. The comprehensive training package is delivered to you here in Swindon.

What are the benefits to our children in you fostering with Swindon?

Our children get to stay in their home town. They can maintain relationships with family and friends. Relationships with school can be maintained which is often a safe place for our children. Council tax money is spent within our community to support our own children. All resources are part of Swindon Borough Council or partners offering greater opportunities to succeed for our children.

Your next steps

Select the Apply button where you will be redirected to the Swindon Borough Council, Foster with Swindon Website.


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