Foster Carer - SEND Case Officer - Plymouth - Sanctuary Personal

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

Job summary

A leading care organization in Plymouth is seeking dedicated individuals to become Step Forward Foster Carers. This full-time role involves supporting children with emotional and behavioral needs, providing stability, and working collaboratively with a supported team. Ideal candidates will have SEND case management experience and be prepared for a rewarding career change. Competitive weekly pay and various allowances are part of the role.

Benefits

From £840 p/week

Extra allowances for birthdays and holidays

100% Council Tax exemption

Up to 28 nights of paid respite per year

Bespoke training in trauma-informed care

24/7 support from a dedicated team

Qualifications

• Experience in SEND case management.
• Ability to provide full-time care and a dedicated bedroom.
• Willingness to become self-employed.

Responsibilities

• Providing stability, love, and security to children.
• Working as part of a close-knit supported team.
• Assisting young people to transition from trauma into stability.

Skills

Supporting children with emotional or behavioral needs

Emotional resilience

Reflective practice

Job description

Salary From £840 per week when a child is placed

Employer: Sanctuary Personnel (in partnership with Plymouth City Council)

Location: Plymouth & surrounding areas

Employment Type: Full-time | Self-employed

Sector: Social Care | Residential Management | Child Welfare

Is it time to use your skills differently?

Whether you’ve worked as a SEND Case Officer—supporting children with special educational needs and disabilities—you could change a child’s life in ways you never imagined.

Right now, there’s 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 the 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 them the stability, love, and security they need to rebuild their lives. It’s a full‑circle role that blends professional care with personal commitment, right 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.

This isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to change lives, including your own.

What You’ll Receive as a Step Forward Foster Carer:

• From £840 p/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?

• 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 SEND case management experience 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.