Foster Carer - Healthcare Assistant & Support Worker - Ashburton - Sanctuary Personal

Sanctuary Personnel Ltd; Ashburton; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK social care organization is seeking dedicated individuals to become Foster Carers in Plymouth. In this full-time role, applicants will provide emotional support and care for children transitioning out of residential care. The position offers a competitive salary starting from £840 per week, additional allowances, and supportive training. Ideal candidates will be based in Plymouth, skilled in helping children with emotional needs, and willing to be self-employed.

Benefits

Starting salary of £840 per week

Extra allowances for birthdays, holidays, and celebrations

100% Council Tax exemption

Up to 28 nights of paid respite per year

Bespoke training in trauma-informed care

24/7 support from a dedicated social work team

Community involvement with local children

Qualifications

• Skilled in supporting children with emotional or behavioural needs.
• Ready to offer full-time care with a dedicated bedroom.
• Emotionally resilient and reflective.

Responsibilities

• Provide safety, consistency, and emotional support to children.
• Work with a close-knit, supported team to help children heal.
• Take part in trauma-informed care and training.

Skills

Supporting children with emotional or behavioural needs

Emotional resilience

Reflective practice

Job description

Foster Carer – Healthcare Assistant & Support Worker

Salary From £840 per week when a child is placed

Overview

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 | Healthcare | Support Work.

About the role

Is it time to use your skills differently? Whether you’ve worked as a healthcare assistant, support worker, or in care homes, mental health services or community support, your experience 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 Step Forward Foster Carer?

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.