Foster Carer - Teaching Assistant/HLTA. Job in Ramsbottom Education & Training Jobs

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

Job summary

A fostering organization in Hyndburn is looking for individuals to become Step Forward Foster Carers, helping young people transition from residential care. This role offers generous financial support, including £1,052 per week while caring for a child, and requires experience with children, full-time availability, and a spare bedroom. Ideal for dedicated individuals looking to make a meaningful impact.

Benefits

Generous financial package

Ongoing training

24/7 support

Qualifications

• Experience working with children, young people, or families.
• Full-time availability and a spare bedroom.
• Willingness to complete professional training.
• Right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Provide a safe, nurturing home for a young person.
• Support and guide young people transitioning from residential care.
• Work as part of a team with professionals for best care.

Skills

Building positive relationships

Resilience

Empathy

Job description

Overview

Become a Step Forward Foster Carer A Life-Changing Opportunity for Teaching Assistants and HLTAs

Foster with TACT Fostering and Bury Council

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

Are you a Teaching Assistant (TA) or Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) who is passionate about supporting young people? You already have the dedication, patience, and commitment needed to make a profound difference in a young person s life. We are looking for compassionate, resilient 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 the classroom 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 to 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.

Responsibilities and Support

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
• 24/7 Out-of-Hours Support, ensuring you re never alone
• 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

Qualifications and Eligibility

Is This You?

We are looking for TAs and HLTAs who are:

• Passionate about making a difference beyond the classroom
• Skilled in building positive, trusting relationships with children and young people
• Resilient, empathetic, 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 children, young people, or families
• Full-time availability and a spare bedroom
• A willingness to complete our professional training
• The right to work in the UK