Foster Carer - Taunton, United Kingdom - Empower Family Group

Empower Family Group

Verified Company

Taunton, United Kingdom

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Tom O´Connor

beBee Recruiter

Description

There are some common misconceptions about fostering:

I am currently renting
You could still Foster

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I'm on benefits

You could still Foster

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I'm unemployed

You could still Foster

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I'm disabled

You could still Foster

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I'm single

You could still Foster

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My children are still at home

You could still Foster

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I am retired

You could still Foster

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I have pets in my home

You could still Foster

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I can't afford to look after children

You are paid a Weekly allowance of between £400£700 per week

We receive hundreds of referrals from Bristol, Somerset, Devon, Torquay, Plymouth and Cornwall to name but a few. They are all in need of a loving and supportive homes for children and young people.

We need Foster Carers in the Southwest. Could this be you?
Foster carers are very important people, they are fully trained and supported as childcare experts. Foster carers work closely with other professionals to provide high standards of care and be the child's advocate.

Could you provide children with the opportunity to grow and develop in a loving, caring and stable environment where they can explore their interests and achieve their educational and life potential.

Why should you Foster with us?

We are a family run independent fostering agency, founded by Foster Carers, so we have a unique insight into what Foster Carers experience.

We really do understand the rewards and challenges faced by Foster Carers and their families.

We provide comprehensive, ongoing training and support, an experienced foster carer buddy to support you as you begin your fostering career, a 24/7 on call service, a foster carer support group, as well as events and activities for foster children, birth children and foster carers.

Salary:
Upto £52,000 per annum

Requirements: