Foster Carer
Have a spare room and a big heart? You could transform a child s life and your own.
We re Sparks Fostering, rated Outstanding for leadership by Ofsted, and we re looking for people across Leicester and surrounding counties who can provide a safe and supportive home to a child or young person.
You don t need special qualifications just a willingness to learn, a nurturing heart, and space in your home.
What We Offer:
Pay & Financial Support
- £500 £1000 + per week per child (current average fee is £750/week, including for newly approved carers)
- £1,500 approval bonus after panel
- £200 loyalty bonus every year you remain approved
- Two weeks paid respite per year
- Two weeks bridging payments to support gaps between placements
- Generous tax relief for foster carers
Grants & Extras
- Up to £300 child welcome grant for each new placement
- Up to £450 per child per year for birthdays & religious festivals
- Holiday grant up to £300 twice yearly per child
- £20+ per week saved for each child, paid to them when placement ends
Training & Ongoing Support
- Weekly 1:1 support from your social worker
- Additional weekly support per child
- Matching support from a dedicated support worker
- £50 per month training & events allowance
- Specialist training, first aid & de-escalation training
- Therapy, counselling & tuition for children fully funded
What You ll Do:
As a foster carer, you ll care for a child who cannot live with their birth family. Your role is to provide stability, safety, and love we provide everything else.
You ll attend training, work with a social worker, and be part of a supportive fostering team.
Requirements:
- A spare bedroom in your home
- Age 21 or older
- Based in England
- Willing to undertake a background check and assessment process
- Commitment to caring for children in need
Additional Benefits:
- Work from home
Next Steps:
Interested in finding out more?
-Click Apply
We d love to hear from you even if you're just exploring your options.
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