Foster CarersCouncil

Key details

• Working hours: Various
• Number of positions: 10
• Category: Social Care / Health

Job Introduction

Foster Carer

Be the Difference. Change a Child’s Story.

About the Role

Could you help change a child’s future?

There are over 600 children in care in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole. BCP Council is looking for compassionate, resilient people to become foster carers, providing safe, stable and nurturing homes for children and young people who are unable to live with their families.

Fostering is more than a role, it’s a chance to be the difference. Every day, you will help a child feel safe, valued and able to thrive.

What you’ll be doing

• Providing a safe, caring and stable home environment
• Supporting children’s emotional wellbeing, education and development
• Helping children maintain important relationships with family and friends
• Working alongside social workers and other professionals
• Supporting day-to-day parenting activities such as school runs and appointments
• Encouraging confidence, independence and positive life experiences

About you

We’re looking for people who:
• Have a genuine commitment to supporting children and young people
• Are patient, resilient and able to build trusting relationships
• Have time, flexibility and a willingness to learn
• Have a spare bedroom in their home

We welcome applications from people from all walks of life, there is no ‘typical’ foster carer.

What we can offer

• A competitive, tax-free allowance of up to £789 per week, per child

• 24/7 support from our experienced fostering team
• Comprehensive, tailored training and ongoing development
• One on one support from a dedicated Social Worker
• A supportive network of other foster carers
• The opportunity to build new skills and make a real difference
• Social events

For further details of the allowance see here: Benefits and payments | BCP Fostering

About Us – Be the Difference

At BCP Council, we are proud of our inclusive, value-led culture. Our ‘Be the Difference’ employer value proposition reflects our commitment to people who want to make a meaningful impact in their communities.

As a foster carer, you are at the heart of this – helping change the lives of local children and young people.

How to Apply

To find out more about fostering, the support available and how to start your journey, please visit:https://www.bcpfostering.co.uk/

Contact us:

To make an enquiry, please fill in this form or call 01202 123 345. Your enquiry will be handled by Fostering South West, who work in partnership with BCP Council.

Or email us at [email protected] and a member of our team will get back to you as soon as possible.