Join to apply for the Foster Carer role at London Borough of Redbridge.
Foster Carer Opportunity – up to £540.48 allowance per child, per week and up to £1120.48 allowance per child per week for specialist foster carers. The allowance includes your fee in recognition of your skills.
Redbridge is an ambitious, diverse and exciting east-London borough. What we do is driven by changing our relationship with local people to support our vision. As a result, we've developed innovative ways to build our communities and transform our Council.
Are you looking for a hugely rewarding career which will change and shape a child’s future?
We need local people who have a spare room (or space for a cot) who can offer a child a stable, nurturing and loving home. If you have a caring nature and the space in your heart and home to foster a child, contact us today and embark on the most rewarding experience of your life.
The ideal person will be driven by the desire to make a positive change to a child’s life and will welcome children from all backgrounds.
What We Are Looking For In a Foster Carer:
* A spare bedroom (or space for a cot).
* A clean driving licence OR good access to public transport.
* Someone with lots of love and support to give.
* Patience, understanding and passion.
* Ability to be flexible for meetings related to the young person and their development.
* The ability to support and nurture a child’s development.
* A role model to teach socially acceptable ways to behave and communicate.
What We Have To Offer For Foster Carers:
* The chance to change a young person’s life.
* Generous allowances when a child is placed in your care.
* Additional allowances for the child’s birthday/Christmas or festival/Holiday/Uniform.
* Bedroom equipment provided.
* Up to an 80% Council Tax discount (based on a full year occupancy).
* Regular home visits and support from your own dedicated Supervising Social Worker.
* Out-of-hours support.
* Extensive training and development opportunities to support you as well as a training bonus scheme after your first year as an approved carer.
What Our Carer’s Say:
“The first time they grip your finger or smile at you, you not only feel the same love as you would with your biological children, but you really feel a sense of accomplishment and that you have successfully done your job.” - a Redbridge Foster Carer
“The thing I love most about fostering is seeing the progress children and young people make during the time they are with us. From surviving to thriving.” - Tracy, a Redbridge Foster Carer
“I love watching the difference I can make to a child and watching them succeed in life, knowing that I have made a difference to their life. Also the support I have had from the fostering team has been nothing but amazing!” - Sarah, a Redbridge Foster Carer
“Since being in our care, our young person has found a true sense of justice, and developed a super work ethic and a certain strength of character.” - Jamshed, a Redbridge Foster Carer
Call or email us today to start your journey in changing a child’s life: 020 8708 6068.
Alternatively, join us on our next virtual information session to find out more. Visit our website.
Seniority level
* Entry level
Employment type
* Full-time
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* Other
* Industries: Government Administration
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