Foster Carer - Nanny/Child Minders - Plymouth - Sanctuary Personal

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

Job summary

A fostering agency in Plymouth seeks dedicated individuals to become Step Forward Foster Carers. This role offers the opportunity to provide essential support and stability to children in need. Ideal candidates will have a passion for fostering and the ability to create a caring environment. Competitive weekly compensation and comprehensive training are provided.

Benefits

From £840 per 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

Access to local community fostering resources

Qualifications

• Based in Plymouth or surrounding areas.
• Willing to become self-employed.
• Ideally no children under 12 at home.

Responsibilities

• Provide safety, consistency, and emotional support to children.
• Help children transition from trauma to stability.
• Blend professional care with personal commitment.

Skills

Skilled in supporting children with emotional or behavioural needs

Emotionally resilient and reflective

Ready to offer full-time care

Job description

Overview

Salary From £840 per week when a child is placed

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 | Childcare | Education

Is it time to use your skills differently?
Whether you’ve worked as a nanny, childminder, or in private family care, your experience supporting children’s emotional and developmental needs 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.

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