Foster Carer - Residential Care

Sanctuary Personnel; Liskeard; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading social care organization is seeking dedicated individuals to become Step Forward Foster Carers in Plymouth. In this role, you will provide a stable and loving environment for children in need, helping them heal and grow. You'll receive from £840 per week and additional allowances, along with 24/7 support. This is an opportunity to transform lives, including your own.

Benefits

From £840 per week

Extra allowances for birthdays and holidays

100% Council Tax exemption (eligibility criteria applies)

Up to 28 nights of paid respite per year

Bespoke training in trauma-informed care

24/7 out-of-hours support

Qualifications

• Based in Plymouth or surrounding areas.
• Ready to offer full-time care and a dedicated bedroom.
• Willing to become self-employed.

Responsibilities

• Provide stability, love, and security to children.
• Offer professional care within your own home.
• Support young people transitioning out of residential care.

Skills

Skilled in supporting children with emotional or behavioural needs

Emotionally resilient and reflective

Job description

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 | Residential Care | Youth Work

About The Role

Ready for a change? Use your skills to transform a child's life. Whether you have experience in children’s homes, residential units, or supported accommodation, your background as a residential care worker can change a child's life in ways you never imagined.

There is 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 safety, consistency, and emotional support that children need to heal, grow, and thrive.

Besides providing a roof over a child's head, this role involves offering stability, love, and security, allowing them to rebuild their lives. It is a full‑circle role that blends professional care with personal commitment within your own home.

Why Consider Step Forward Fostering?

This specialist role is for experienced professionals ready to make a deeper impact. You will be part of a close-knit, fully supported team, helping a young person move forward from trauma into stability and trust.

It is more than a job; it is a chance to change lives, including your own.

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

Who We're Looking For

• 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 (we’ll assess on a case‑by‑case basis)

Ready to Apply?

If you are ready to apply your skills in a rewarding new way, 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.