Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carer — Transform Lives Bedford

Sanctuary Personnel; Leighton Buzzard; On-site; GBP 62,000; Full time

Job summary

A fostering agency is seeking a Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carer in Bedford and surrounding areas. In this role, you'll provide full-time care to children transitioning out of residential care. Applicants should have experience supporting children with emotional needs and the ability to offer a dedicated bedroom for fostering. This position includes a competitive salary of £62,000 per year with additional allowances.

Benefits

£1,000 additional allowances for holidays and birthdays

Up to 28 days respite each year

Specialist trauma-informed training

Clinical supervision and 24/7 support

Membership of The Fostering Network

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with emotional, behavioural, or developmental needs.
• Ability to provide full-time care.
• Live in Bedford or the surrounding area.

Responsibilities

• Welcome a young person into your home and provide full-time care.
• Work as part of a trauma-informed team.
• Help children transition out of residential care.

Skills

Supporting children with emotional needs

Residential childcare experience

Resilience

Nurturing attitude

Job description

A fostering agency is seeking a Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carer in Bedford and surrounding areas. In this role, you'll provide full-time care to children transitioning out of residential care. Applicants should have experience supporting children with emotional needs and the ability to offer a dedicated bedroom for fostering. This position includes a competitive salary of £62,000 per year with additional allowances.