Let's take a look at what support we offer...

Dedicated Supervising Social Workers

Once approved you will receive ongoing support from a dedicated qualified and experienced Social Worker.

Induction Training Programme

Following your approval, you will be invited to attend a 'Foundation Course' which will give you further advice and training to help prepare you for your placement.

TSD Standards

Support to achieve a national qualification designed specifically for new foster carers over your first year of fostering.

Supervision Meetings

Supervision meetings usually take place at your home on a monthly basis, although this can be increased if needed.

Support Groups

These meetings provide opportunities to meet with other foster carers and share their experiences as well as hearing from Social Workers about any developments in the organisation and the wider world of fostering.

Education Consultants

Access to consultants who are available to support children and young people’s education.

Therapeutic Service

Access to our Therapeutic Service providing specific support to foster carers and young people at times of stress.

Training

Each foster carer has an Individual Development Plan; your Supervising Social Worker will complete this with you and identify your specific training and development needs.

24-hour Support, 365 Days a Year

Support is always available to all foster carers. During office hours, this could be on the telephone, email, or text message, through the local office or directly with your allocated Social Worker. Outside of office hours, we operate an emergency telephone service where you can speak to a qualified Social Worker who would be able to give you advice and guidance with any issues that may arise with your placement. There is always someone at the end of the phone.

Financial Support

Regular payments exceeding the Fostering Network Payment Guidelines are made to each fostering household with a placement.

Short Breaks

Foster carers will be entitled to short breaks in line with the child’s Care Plan.

Membership to the Fostering Network

This allows foster carers access to the services provided by this recognised body.