Transitions Foster Carer - Family Support Worker

Sanctuary Personnel; Rawtenstall; Hybrid; GBP 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority fostering team is seeking Transitions Foster Carers in Rawtenstall to support young people transitioning from residential care to a family environment. The ideal candidates will offer a nurturing home and possess experience in family support. This rewarding role includes a £50,000 annual support package and a focus on personal development and training.

Benefits

£50,000 annual support package

Weekly fostering allowance

50% discount on Council Tax

Free Blue Light Card

Specialist training provided

Qualifications

• Experience in family support or social care.
• Ability to provide a stable and nurturing home environment.
• Open to training and personal development.

Responsibilities

• Support young people aged 11-18 in family settings.
• Welcome young individuals into your home.
• Provide full-time support as part of your family.

Skills

Experience in family support

Working with vulnerable young people

Full UK driving licence

Job description

Could this be your most rewarding role yet?

Transitions Foster Carer - Family Support Worker

Job Title

Specialist Foster Carer (Ideal for Family Support Workers)

Location

Rossendale

Salary

£50,000 annual support package + additional allowances (see below)

Contract Type

Full-time (Flexible, home-based)

Sector

Children & Families / Social Care / Wellbeing / Family Support

Are you a Family Support Worker ready to take your experience to the next level? You already help families navigate challenges, build stability, and create nurturing environments — now you can apply those same skills where they're needed most: by offering a safe, supportive home to a young person preparing for their next chapter.

About the Role

This role focuses on supporting young people aged 11‑18 as they move from residential care or other high‑support environments into a family‑based setting. These young people may have faced challenges in the past but are now ready to continue building positive relationships and independence.

You’ll welcome a young person into your home, supporting them full‑time as part of your family — with comprehensive training, ongoing supervision, and wraparound support provided every step of the way.

We're Looking For Individuals or Couples Who:

• Have experience in family support, social care, or working with vulnerable young people
• Can offer a full‑time, stable and nurturing home environment
• Have a spare bedroom
• Hold a full UK driving licence
• Are open to training, teamwork, and ongoing personal development
• Ideally don't have children under 16 living at home (but each case is considered individually)

What You'll Receive

Financial Support

• £50,000 annual support package
• Weekly fostering allowance up to £258.79 (approx. £13,453 per year)
• Additional allowances (up to £1,035) for birthdays, holidays and Christmas

Support & Development

• Personal support from a Foster Wales Flintshire team member
• Access to a dedicated “buddy” carer for hands‑on help
• Specialist training (including child development and trauma‑informed care)
• Peer support and well‑being groups

Other Benefits

• 50% discount on Council Tax
• Blue Light Card for discounts nationwide
• Membership to The Fostering Network
• Access to the Mockingbird family model (where available)
• Recognition through the CareFriends rewards app

Why Foster with Foster Wales Flintshire?

We’re not a private agency — we’re your local authority fostering team. That means we prioritise children, not profit. Every decision and every penny goes directly toward supporting children and carers.

As a Family Support Worker, you already understand the power of stability, empathy, and consistency in helping young people thrive. With our dedicated training and 24/7 support, you can take that passion into your own home — transforming a child’s life and your own.

Apply Now

You've already made a difference in families' lives — now help a young person find the security and belonging they deserve.

If you live near Haslingden or Rossendale and want to explore becoming a Transitions Foster Carer, we’d love to hear from you.