Transitions Foster Carer - Nanny/Child Minders - Haslingden - Sanctuary Personal

Sanctuary Personnel Ltd; Haslingden; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A fostering agency is seeking Transitions Foster Carers in the Haslingden area. The role offers a competitive salary of £50,000 along with additional allowances. Candidates should have experience in childcare, be warm and resilient, and possess a full UK driving licence. This is a home-based role where foster carers provide emotional warmth and stability to children in need.

Benefits

Weekly fostering allowance up to £258.79

Additional annual allowances up to £1,035

Practical & Emotional Support

Dedicated social worker

Training opportunities

Membership to The Fostering Network

Peer groups and well-being resources

Qualifications

• Experience in home-based childcare or nannying is essential.
• Must be able to offer a full-time nurturing home environment.
• A spare bedroom is required.
• Must hold a full UK driving licence.
• Candidates should be warm, resilient, and open to training.

Responsibilities

• Provide a stable and loving home for a child or young person.
• Support the child in moving forward from previous disruptions.
• Work closely with a dedicated fostering team.

Skills

Experience in home-based childcare or nannying

Ability to offer a safe, nurturing home

Full UK driving licence

Warm, resilient, and open to training

Job description

Transitions Foster Carer – Nanny/Child Minders

Salary Annual Fee: £50,000 + up to £13,453.96 in Weekly Allowances

Could this be your most rewarding role yet?

Overview

This role offers a full-time, home-based fostering opportunity for a child or young person who needs a stable, loving home. You will be supported by a dedicated fostering team to help you and the child thrive.

About the Role

This role involves offering a child or young person a full-time place in your home—helping them move forward from previous disruption or residential care. These children are often already settled in school and routines, but need the emotional warmth and stability of a home environment.

You’ll be supported every step of the way by a dedicated fostering team to help them (and you) thrive.

We’re Looking For Individuals or Couples Who

• Have experience in home-based childcare or nannying
• Can offer a safe, nurturing, full-time home
• Have a spare bedroom
• Hold a full UK driving licence
• Are warm, resilient, and open to training
• Ideally do not have children under 16 living at home (though each situation is reviewed individually)

What You’ll Receive

• £50,000 annual support package
• Weekly fostering allowance up to £258.79 (approx. £13,453 per year)
• Additional annual allowances up to £1,035 for birthdays, holidays and Christmas
• Practical & Emotional Support
• A dedicated social worker from Foster Wales Flintshire
• Access to a “buddy” foster carer for daily support
• Therapeutic and trauma-informed training
• Peer groups and well-being resources
• Blue Light Card for discounts nationwide
• Membership to The Fostering Network
• Mockingbird support model (where available)
• CareFriends rewards and recognition app

Why Foster with Foster Wales Flintshire?

We’re a not-for-profit fostering service, part of your local authority. That means our priority is always children—not profits. Everything we do supports real, long-term change for children and the families who care for them.

As a Nanny or Childminder, you already create calm, structured, and loving environments every day. Now you can offer that to a child who truly needs a home they can count on.

Salary & Location

Location: Within 20 miles of Haslingden & Rossendale, Lancashire
Salary: £50,000 annual support package + additional allowances (see below)

Apply Now

You’ve built trust with children and families. Now be the reason a child feels safe enough to grow.

If you live near Haslingden or Rossendale and want to explore this life-changing opportunity, we’d love to hear from you.

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