Step-Forward Foster Carer - Transform Lives at Home

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

Benefits offered by this job

Specialist training

24/7 wraparound support

Blue Light Card & FosterTalk access

Job summary

Cheshire East Council is seeking Step-Forward Foster Carers to provide a safe, nurturing home for children leaving residential care, offering stability and guidance.

The role is described as full-time or self-employed, with a salary of £1,000 per week per child and additional payments for allowances, birthdays and holidays.

You will work with social workers and therapists, receive specialist training and ongoing support from a dedicated fostering team.

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 provide a safe, nurturing home for children leaving residential care, offering stability and guidance.

The role is described as full-time or self-employed, with a salary of £1,000 per week per child and additional payments for allowances, birthdays and holidays.

You will work with social workers and therapists, receive specialist training and ongoing support from a dedicated fostering team.