Foster Carer - Housing Support Officer - Plymouth - Sanctuary Personal

Sanctuary Personnel Ltd; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A fostering agency is seeking dedicated individuals in Plymouth to become Step Forward Foster Carers. This full-time role involves supporting young people transitioning from residential care, providing emotional stability and a loving environment. The ideal candidate should have housing support experience, emotional resilience, and the commitment to offer a dedicated space for a child. Generous benefits include a weekly salary starting from £840 and additional allowances.

Benefits

Extra allowances for birthdays, holidays, and celebrations

100% Council Tax exemption (eligibility criteria applies)

Up to 28 nights of paid respite per year

Bespoke training in trauma-informed care

24/7 support and dedicated social work team

Access to Mockingbird Fostering Model and The Fostering Network

Qualifications

• Experience in housing support.
• Willingness to become self-employed.
• Ideally no children under 12 at home.

Responsibilities

• Provide full-time care and a dedicated bedroom.
• Support a young person transitioning from trauma to stability.
• Work as part of a team with social services.

Skills

Supporting children with emotional or behavioural needs

Emotional resilience

Reflective practice

Job description

Salary From £840 per week when a child is placed

Employer: Sanctuary Personnel (in partnership with Plymouth City Council)

Location: Plymouth & surrounding areas

Is it time to use your skills differently?

Whether you’ve worked as a Housing Support Officer—helping vulnerable people maintain stable accommodation and independence—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 housing support experience 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.