Foster Carer - Foster For Solihull

Metropolitan Borough of Solihull Source: WhatJobs

Up to £500 Set Up Grant.

Solihull Metropolitan Borough Council,

Foster Carer- Foster for Solihull

Changing Lives, Together.

Have you ever considered a role where you can make a lasting difference to a child's future?

Children and young people across Solihull need safe, stable and nurturing homes. As a Foster Carer with Foster for Solihull, you can provide the care, support and encouragement that helps children thrive and achieve their potential.

We are looking for caring, resilient and committed people from all walks of life. You do not need childcare qualifications or previous fostering experience. We welcome applications from people with a wide range of skills, backgrounds and life experiences.

What We Offer

Fostering payments from £370 to £640 per week per child.
Additional skills payments of £50 to £102 per month.
Up to £500 Set Up Grant.
Mileage reimbursement and additional birthday, holiday and cultural celebration allowances.
Specialist fostering opportunities with enhanced payments and support.
A dedicated Supervising Social Worker.
24-hour support and advice.
Comprehensive training and ongoing development opportunities.
Regular support groups and peer support.
The opportunity to make a life-changing difference to a local child or young person.

You Could Foster If You:

Are aged 21 or over.
Have a spare bedroom available.
Have the time and flexibility to meet a child's needs.Can provide a safe and supportive home.
Can work positively with professionals and families.
Are willing to undertake training and development.

This role will require an Enhanced DBS check

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, cultures, faiths and family circumstances. Whether you are single, married, living with a partner, with or without children, fostering may be an option for you.