Step-Forward Foster Carer — Shape a Child’s Future

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

Benefits offered by this job

Blue Light Card

FosterTalk access

24/7 wraparound support

14-nights of funded respite

Job summary

Cheshire East Council is seeking a Step-Forward Foster Carer to provide a stable, nurturing home for children leaving residential care. You will welcome a child or sibling group, offering stability, routine and guidance within a family setting, with support from social workers and therapists.

Applicants should be 21+ and have the right to work in the United Kingdom, with a willingness to provide full-time care. Training and supervision are provided throughout the process.

Qualifications

• Willingness to provide full-time care for a child or children in your home.
• Must be aged 21 or over and have the right to work in the United Kingdom.
• Experience supporting children, young people, or adults with complex needs or challenging behaviours is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide full-time care for a child or sibling group moving from residential care.
• Offer stability, routine and reassurance in a nurturing home.
• Support emotional, behavioural and social development of the child.
• Coordinate with social workers, therapists and other professionals.
• Keep clear records and deliver therapeutic, relationship-based care.
• Foster family time to maintain family relationships.

Skills

Patience

Resilience

Understanding of SEN

Job description

Cheshire East Council is seeking a Step-Forward Foster Carer to provide a stable, nurturing home for children leaving residential care. You will welcome a child or sibling group, offering stability, routine and guidance within a family setting, with support from social workers and therapists.

Applicants should be 21+ and have the right to work in the United Kingdom, with a willingness to provide full-time care. Training and supervision are provided throughout the process.