Foster Carer - Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner (PWP)

Sanctuary Personnel; Bury; On-site; GBP 54,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Become a Step Forward Foster Carer with Sanctuary Personnel, a unique opportunity for Psychological Wellbeing Practitioners to impact young lives positively. This role involves providing a stable and nurturing environment for young people transitioning from residential care, supported by specialists and a generous financial package.

Benefits

Comprehensive emotional and financial support

Regular guidance from a Senior Practitioner

Access to ongoing training in trauma-informed care

Therapeutic and psychological support

Generous financial package

Qualifications

• Full-time availability and a spare bedroom required.
• Willingness to complete professional training essential.
• Right to work in the UK mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Provide a safe, supportive home for young people.
• Offer emotional regulation and mental health support.
• Be part of a therapeutic support team.

Skills

Empathy

Emotional intelligence

Relationship-building

Therapeutic mindset

Resilience

Education

Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner certification

Job description

Become a Step Forward Foster Carer - A Life-Changing Opportunity for Psychological Wellbeing Practitioners (PWPs)

Foster with TACT Fostering and Bury Council

Please note: This role requires you to be self-Employed

Are you a Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner (PWP) with a passion for helping individuals navigate emotional challenges with empathy and structure? You already have the therapeutic mindset, resilience, and relationship-building skills needed to make a life-changing difference in a young person's life.

We are looking for compassionate, emotionally intelligent individuals like you to become Step Forward Foster Carers - offering a safe, supportive home to a young person transitioning from residential care. This is your opportunity to bring your skills beyond session-based work and into a family environment where consistency, care, and connection truly transform lives.

What is Step Forward Fostering?

Step Forward Fostering is a pioneering project that supports young people who've experienced trauma, loss, and instability, helping them transition from residential care into a secure family setting.

These young people need more than shelter - they need someone like you: a calm, consistent adult who understands emotional regulation, mental health support, and how to create trust over time.

As a Step Forward Foster Carer, you'll be part of a therapeutic, multi-agency support team. You'll never be alone on this journey.

What You'll Receive:

Supporting a young person with complex emotional needs is no small task - which is why we provide comprehensive emotional and financial support.

Specialist Support:

* Your own Senior Practitioner offering regular guidance and supervision

* A Family Wellbeing Worker to support both you and your foster child

* A Hub Carer providing up to 28 days of planned short breaks every year

* A network of other Step Forward Carers for peer connection and shared learning

* Ongoing training in trauma-informed care and understanding neurodevelopmental needs

* Access to therapeutic and psychological support aligned with your professional approach

We provide a generous financial package so you can focus entirely on building a safe, stable home.

* £1,052 per week while a child is placed with you (around £54,704 per year)

* £408 per week retainer between placements (up to £21,216 per year)

* Extra allowances for birthdays, holidays, and cultural celebrations

* Tax exemptions specifically designed for foster carers

Is This You?

We are looking for PWPs who are:

* Passionate about mental health and emotional wellbeing

* Skilled in supporting vulnerable individuals through evidence-based care

* Calm, reflective, and resilient in the face of emotional challenges

* Ready to transfer their therapeutic knowledge to a home-based setting

If this sounds like you, we'd love to hear from you!

To Be Eligible, You'll Need:

* Full-time availability and a spare bedroom

* A willingness to complete our professional training

* The right to work in the UK

Take the next step in your career and become a Step Forward Foster Carer. Your experience as a Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner (PWP) could be the foundation for a truly life-changing role.

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