Foster Carer - SEN Officer / SEN Worker - Barnsley - Sanctuary Personal

Sanctuary Personnel Ltd; Barnsley; On-site; GBP 54,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A fostering organization in Barnsley seeks passionate individuals to become Step Forward Foster Carers. This role is a chance to support vulnerable young people transitioning from residential care. Compensation includes £1,052 per week while a child is placed. Applicants should have experience with vulnerable individuals and be committed to ongoing training. Flexible understanding of family situations is available.

Benefits

Financial support package

Ongoing training in trauma-informed care

Access to specialist support

Qualifications

• Experience working with vulnerable individuals or young people.
• Full-time availability and a spare bedroom.
• Willingness to complete professional training.

Responsibilities

• Offer a safe, nurturing home to a young person.
• Support the transition of young people from residential care.
• Provide consistent care and build trust.

Skills

Building positive relationships

Resilience

Calm under pressure

Job description

Become a Step Forward Foster Carer – A Life-Changing Opportunity for SEN Officers / SEN Workers in Barnsley

Please Note: This role requires you to be Self Employed

Are you an SEN Officer / SEN Worker who is passionate about making a positive impact on vulnerable individuals? You already have the resilience, dedication, and commitment needed to make a profound difference in a young person’s life.

We are looking for compassionate, strong-minded individuals like you to become Step Forward Foster Carers — offering a safe, nurturing home to a young person transitioning from residential care. This is a unique opportunity to take the skills you’ve developed in your role and make a lasting, personal impact.
This could be your most rewarding role yet — offering not just care, but a future full of hope.

What is Step Forward Fostering?

Step Forward Fostering is a pioneering project that helps young people who have faced trauma, loss, and instability transition from residential care into a caring family environment.
These young people aren’t just looking for a place to stay — they need someone like you: a supportive adult who understands their needs, builds trust, and provides the consistency they’ve often lacked.
As a Step Forward Foster Carer, you’ll be part of a supportive team, working alongside professionals who are there to guide you every step of the way. You’ll never be alone on this journey.

What You’ll Receive:

We understand that caring for a young person with complex needs is a significant commitment. That’s why we provide comprehensive support — both emotionally and financially.

Specialist Support:

• Your own Senior Practitioner offering regular guidance and supervision
• A Family Wellbeing Worker to support you and your foster child
• A Hub Carer providing up to 28 days of planned short breaks every year
• Access to a network of other Step Forward Carers for peer support
• Ongoing training in trauma-informed care and understanding neurodevelopmental needs
• Therapeutic and psychological support to build on your existing skills

Financial Package:

We recognise the commitment it takes to support a young person with complex needs and offer a generous financial package to help you focus fully on providing stability and care.

• £1,052 per week while you have a child placed with you (around £54,704 a year)
• £408 per week retainer between placements (up to £21,216 a year)
• Extra allowances for birthdays, holidays, and cultural celebrations
• Tax exemptions specifically designed for foster carers

Is This You?

We are looking for SEN Officers / SEN Workers who are:

• Passionate about making a difference beyond their current role
• Skilled in building positive, trusting relationships with individuals from challenging backgrounds
• Resilient, calm under pressure, and committed to providing stability
• Ready to transfer their professional skills to a family-based setting

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

Please note:

Ideally, applicants should not have children under 16 living at home, but we consider each family situation individually.

To Be Eligible, You’ll Need:

• Experience working with vulnerable individuals or young people
• 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 an SEN Officer / SEN Worker could be the foundation for a truly life-changing role.

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