Foster Carer - Youth Offending

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

Job summary

A social care organization is seeking Step Forward Foster Carers in Plymouth to provide dedicated support and a stable home for children in care. Applicants should be emotionally resilient and ready to offer full-time care. This role provides a fulfilling opportunity to transform a child's life while working closely with a supportive team. Training is provided, along with additional allowances and support resources.

Benefits

From £840 per week

100% Council Tax exemption (eligibility applies)

Up to 28-nights of paid respite per year

Bespoke training in trauma-informed care

24/7 support from a dedicated social work team

Qualifications

• Must be based in Plymouth or surrounding areas.
• Willingness to become self-employed.
• Ideally, no children under 12 in the home.

Responsibilities

• Provide a safe, stable home for a child in care.
• Offer emotional support to help children heal and thrive.
• Collaborate with social work teams.

Skills

Support for children with emotional or behavioral needs

Emotional resilience

Dedication to providing a safe home

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 | Youth Justice | Rehabilitation.

Responsibilities

• Provide a safe, stable home for a child in care, including a dedicated bedroom.
• Offer emotional support to help children heal, grow and thrive.
• Work as part of a close-knit, fully supported team within the Step Forward programme.
• Deliver trauma-informed and therapeutic care (training provided).
• Collaborate with social work teams and participate in ongoing support arrangements.

What you’ll receive

• 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

Who we’re looking for

• 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)

Apply

If you’re ready to apply your skills 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.