Foster Carer - School Nurse

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

Job summary

A social care recruitment agency in Plymouth seeks a Step Forward Foster Carer to provide safety and support for children in care. This full-time role involves emotional resilience and working with a dedicated team to help children heal. Ideal candidates will have experience in supporting emotional needs and be willing to become self-employed. Offering a salary from £840 per week and various allowances, this role is perfect for those looking to make a real difference in children's lives.

Benefits

Extra allowances for birthdays, holidays, and celebrations

100% Council Tax exemption

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 safety, consistency, emotional support, and a stable home environment for children in care.
• Work as part of a closely supported team.
• Support young people transitioning from trauma towards stability.

Skills

Supporting children with emotional or behavioral needs

Emotional resilience

Reflective practice

Job description

Overview

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 | Healthcare | Education.

Is it time to use your skills differently? Whether you've worked as a school nurse—supporting children's health, wellbeing, and development in educational settings—your experience could 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 the Step Forward programme, you can provide 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 stability, love, and security in your own home. It\'s a full-circle role that blends professional care with personal commitment.

What You\'ll Do

• Provide safety, consistency, emotional support, and a stable home environment for children in care.
• Work as part of a close-knit, fully supported team within the Step Forward Foster Carer programme.
• Support young people transitioning from trauma towards stability and trust.
• Offer care that goes beyond shelter, helping children heal, grow, and thrive.
• Operate in your own home as a self-employed foster carer.

What You\'ll Receive

• 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

Qualifications & Requirements

• 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)

How to Apply

If you\'re ready to apply your skills in a new and deeply rewarding 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.