Foster Carer - Youth Offending Officer - Bury - Sanctuary Personal

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

Job summary

A charitable fostering agency is seeking passionate individuals to become Step Forward Foster Carers. This role will allow you to support young people who have faced trauma and instability, helping them to transition from residential care into a nurturing family environment. Ideal candidates will be Youth Offending Officers or Workers with experience in building trusting relationships with young individuals. The financial package includes up to £1,052 per week, plus additional allowances. Training and ongoing support will be provided.

Benefits

Specialist support and supervision

Access to peer support network

Ongoing training

Tax exemptions for foster carers

Qualifications

• Experience working with young people, particularly those involved with the criminal justice system or at risk.
• Full-time availability and a spare bedroom.
• Willingness to complete professional training.
• Right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Provide a safe, nurturing home to young people.
• Support young individuals transitioning from residential care.
• Collaborate with a supportive team and professionals.

Skills

Building positive, trusting relationships

Resilience

Empathy

Understanding of complex needs

Job description

Become a Step Forward Foster Carer – A Life-Changing Opportunity for Youth Offending Officers and Youth Offending Workers Foster with TACT Fostering and Bury Council

Please Note: This role requires you to be Self Employed

Are you a Youth Offending Officer or Youth Offending Worker who is passionate about supporting young people to overcome challenges and make positive changes? You already have the dedication, resilience, 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 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:

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:

£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 Youth Offending Officers and Youth Offending Workers who are:

• Passionate about making a difference beyond their current role
• Skilled in building positive, trusting relationships with young people who may have complex needs
• 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 young people, particularly those involved with the criminal justice system or at risk
• 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 a Youth Offending Officer or Worker could be the foundation for a truly life-changing role.