Step-Forward Foster Carer — Change a Young Life

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

Benefits offered by this job

Blue Light Card

FosterTalk access

Respite support

Job summary

Cheshire East Council is seeking Step-Forward Foster Carers to welcome a child or sibling group into your home, providing stability, routine and ongoing support within a nurturing family setting. The role offers comprehensive training, supervision, and access to peer networks, with pay of £52,000 per year (£1,000 per week) plus additional allowances for the child and celebrations.

Applicants must be 21+, have right to work in the United Kingdom, a spare bedroom, and a commitment to the child’s

Qualifications

• Must be aged 21 or over (with 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 their home (at least one carer must be present on a full-time basis if applying as a couple)
• Have a spare bedroom or bedrooms that can be dedicated to fostering
• Ideally have experience supporting children, young people, or adults, particularly those with complex needs or challenging behaviours

Responsibilities

• Full-time care for a child or sibling group moving from residential care
• Providing stability, routine, and reassurance within a nurturing home
• Supporting the child’s emotional, behavioural, and social development
• Working closely with social workers, therapists and other professionals
• Keeping clear records and providing therapeutic, relationship-based care
• Helping children maintain family relationships through Family Time

Job description

Cheshire East Council is seeking Step-Forward Foster Carers to welcome a child or sibling group into your home, providing stability, routine and ongoing support within a nurturing family setting. The role offers comprehensive training, supervision, and access to peer networks, with pay of £52,000 per year (£1,000 per week) plus additional allowances for the child and celebrations.

Applicants must be 21+, have right to work in the United Kingdom, a spare bedroom, and a commitment to the child’s