Foster Carer - Probation - Plymouth - Sanctuary Personal

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

Job summary

A foster care organization in Plymouth is seeking individuals to become Step Forward Foster Carers. This full-time role involves providing a stable and supportive home for children who have experienced trauma. The ideal candidates should possess emotional resilience and a background in supporting children with emotional needs. Competitive weekly salary, training, and a supportive community environment are provided.

Benefits

From £840 per week

Extra allowances for celebrations

100% Council Tax exemption

Up to 28-nights of paid respite per year

Bespoke training

24/7 support

Access to specialized fostering models

Qualifications

• Experience in supporting children with emotional or behavioural needs.
• Willingness to become self-employed.
• Based in Plymouth or surrounding areas.

Responsibilities

• Provide a stable and loving home environment for children.
• Support children moving forward from trauma into stability.
• Work as part of a supported team.

Skills

Supporting children with emotional or behavioural needs

Emotional resilience

Reflective practice

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

Employment Type: Full-time | Self-employed

Sector: Social Care | Criminal Justice | Youth Rehabilitation

What this role is about

Through our Step Forward programme, you can provide the safety, consistency, and emotional support these children need to heal, grow and thrive. This role focuses on more than providing a roof over a child’s head; it offers the stability, love, and security they need to rebuild their lives 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.

What You’ll Receive as a Step Forward Foster Carer

• 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 per 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.