Foster Carer: Transform Lives - £1k/Week per Child

Sanctuary Personnel; Macclesfield; On-site; GBP 47,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

Cheshire East Council is seeking Step-Forward Foster Carers to provide a safe, nurturing home for children or sibling groups transitioning from residential care. The role offers stability, routine and emotional support within a family setting, with comprehensive training and supervision from social workers and therapists.

Applicants must be 21+, have the right to work in the UK, and be able to offer full-time care with a spare bedroom.

Qualifications

• Aged 21 or over (no upper age limit).
• Have the legal Right to Work in the United Kingdom.
• Can provide full-time care for a child or children in your home.
• Must have a spare bedroom (or bedrooms) dedicated to fostering.
• Experience supporting children, young people, or adults with complex needs is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Full-time care for a child or sibling group moving from residential care.
• Provide stability, routine, and reassurance within a nurturing home.
• Support the child’s emotional, behavioural, and social development.
• Work closely with social workers, therapists and other professionals.
• Keep clear records and provide therapeutic, relationship-based care.
• Support family relationships through Family Time.

Job description

Cheshire East Council is seeking Step-Forward Foster Carers to provide a safe, nurturing home for children or sibling groups transitioning from residential care. The role offers stability, routine and emotional support within a family setting, with comprehensive training and supervision from social workers and therapists.

Applicants must be 21+, have the right to work in the UK, and be able to offer full-time care with a spare bedroom.