Specialist Foster Carers

TACT is looking for experienced, compassionate, and resilient individuals to join our Step Forward fostering scheme - a specialist type of foster care designed to help young people transition from residential care to a stable and nurturing family environment. This is not an employed role, but as a self-employed foster carer, you will receive generous professional fostering fees and allowances, full training, and comprehensive support. What is Step Forward Fostering? Step Forward Foster Care is for young people who have been in residential care and need a therapeutic, long-term family environment. These young people may have complex needs, have experienced trauma or disruption, and will be the only foster child in your home. You will play a vital role in helping them achieve stability, security and the opportunity to thrive in family life. Where is Step Forward Fostering Available Our teams are ready to support you on your Foster Carer journey if you are resident in the following locations: South West - Specifically Bristol, Gloucestershire and Bath West Midlands - Specifically Birmingham, Sandwell and Dudley North West - Specifically Greater Manchester and Liverpool, and Wales - Specifically Cardiff Financial Stability and Recognition We value your dedication and expertise - and ensure you are rewarded fairly: Up to £54,704 per year (£1,052 per week) when a child is placed £408 per week retainer (£21,216 per year) between placements Additional payments and allowances ..... full job details .....