Foster Carer - Cognitive Behavioural Therapist

Harmonia Careers; Torpoint; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A fostering organization is seeking Step Forward Foster Carers in Plymouth to provide essential care for children in need. This full-time, self-employed role offers a competitive salary and comprehensive training. Candidates should be emotionally resilient and have the ability to support children with behavioral needs. Join a supportive team and make a difference in children's lives while receiving ongoing support and significant allowances.

Benefits

£840 per week when a child is placed

Extra allowances for birthdays and holidays

100% Council Tax exemption

Paid respite up to 28-nights per year

Bespoke training provided

24/7 support from a dedicated social work team

Qualifications

• Based in Plymouth or surrounding areas.
• Willing to become self-employed.
• Ready to offer full-time care with a dedicated bedroom.

Responsibilities

• Provide safety and emotional support to children.
• Work as part of a supportive team.
• Help young people transition from trauma to stability.

Skills

Supporting children with emotional or behavioural needs

Emotional resilience

Reflective practice

Job description

Ready for a Change? Use Your Skills to Transform a Child's Life

Step Forward Foster Carer - Plymouth & Surrounding Areas

Employer: Sanctuary Personnel (in partnership with Plymouth City Council)
Location: Plymouth & surrounding areas
Salary: From £840 per week when a child is placed
Employment Type: Full-time Self-employed
Sector: Social Care Mental Health Therapeutic Care

Is it time to use your skills differently? Whether you've worked as a CBT practitioner-helping children and young people understand and manage their thoughts and feelings-you could change a child's life in ways you never imagined. Right now, there's an urgent need for foster carers in Plymouth, especially for young people transitioning out of residential care. Through our Step Forward programme, you can provide the safety, consistency, and emotional support these children need to heal, grow and thrive.

This role is about more than providing a roof over a child's head, it's about offering them the stability, love, and security they need to rebuild their lives. It's a full-circle role that blends professional care with personal commitment, right in your own home.

Why Consider Step Forward Fostering?

This specialist role is designed for experienced professionals who are ready to make a deeper impact. You'll work as part of a close-knit, fully supported team, helping a young person move forward from trauma into stability and trust.

This isn't just a job, it's a chance to change lives, including your own.

What You'll Receive as a Step Forward Foster Carer:

• From £840 p/week (when a child is placed)
• Extra allowances for birthdays, holidays, and celebrations
• 100% Council Tax exemption (eligibility criteria applies)
• Up to 28-nights of paid respite p/year
• Bespoke training in trauma-informed and therapeutic care
• 24/7 out-of-hours support and a dedicated social work team
• Access to Mockingbird Fostering Model and The Fostering Network
• Be part of a local community, helping Plymouth's children stay close to home

Could this be you?

We're looking for people who are:

• Based in Plymouth or surrounding areas
• Ready to offer full-time care and a dedicated bedroom
• Skilled in supporting children with emotional or behavioural needs
• Emotionally resilient and reflective
• Willing to become self-employed
• Ideally with no children under 12 at home (though we'll assess on a case-by-case basis)

Is it time for a change? If you're ready to apply your skills in a new and deeply rewarding way, then this is your opportunity.

Apply now to speak with our team and take your first step toward becoming a Step Forward Foster Carer in Plymouth.