Foster Carer - Youth Worker

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

Job summary

A fostering support organization is seeking Step Forward Foster Carers in Plymouth to provide a nurturing environment for children. This role requires emotional resilience and a commitment to offering full-time care. Carers will receive competitive pay, training, and support in a fulfilling position that changes lives. Ideal candidates are those located in Plymouth, ready to self-employ, and dedicated to supporting vulnerable young individuals.

Benefits

From £840 per week when a child is placed

Extra allowances for celebrations

100% Council Tax exemption

Paid respite up to 28 nights per year

Bespoke training in trauma-informed care

24/7 support from a dedicated team

Qualifications

• Ready to offer full-time care and a dedicated bedroom.
• Based in Plymouth or surrounding areas.
• Willing to become self-employed.

Responsibilities

• Provide a safe and nurturing environment for children.
• Support young people transitioning out of residential care.
• Work as part of a fully supported team.

Skills

Emotional resilience

Skill in supporting children with emotional or behavioural needs

Job description

Step Forward Foster Carer - Plymouth & Surrounding Areas

Ready for a Change? Use your skills to transform a child's life.

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 Work | Education

Is it time to use your skills differently? Whether you've worked as a youth worker—building trust with young people, supporting them through tough times, and helping them reach their potential—your experience 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 per 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

We're looking for people who are

• 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 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.