Foster Carer – Family Support Worker CV-Library Foster Carer - Family Support Worker

Scienceabode; Barnsley; On-site; GBP 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A fostering agency in Barnsley is seeking committed Family Support Workers to become Step Forward Foster Carers. This role offers the chance to make a life-changing impact on young individuals transitioning from residential care. Comprehensive emotional and financial support is provided, along with ongoing training in trauma-informed care. A weekly allowance of £1,052 (approximately £54,704 per year) is offered, with additional retainers and allowances. Join a team dedicated to fostering hope and resilience in vulnerable youth.

Benefits

24/7 support

Ongoing training

Peer support network

Qualifications

• Experience working with vulnerable individuals or young people.
• Full-time availability and a spare bedroom.
• Willingness to complete professional training.
• Right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Provide a nurturing home for young people transitioning from residential care.
• Offer guidance and supervision to foster children.
• Access therapeutic and psychological support as needed.

Skills

Building positive relationships

Resilience

Calm under pressure

Commitment to stability

Job description

Become a Step Forward Foster Carer – A Life-Changing Opportunity for Family Support Workers in Barnsley

Please Note: This role requires you to be Self Employed

Are you a Family Support Worker who is passionate about making a positive impact on vulnerable individuals? You already have the resilience, dedication, and commitment needed to make a profound difference in a young person’s life.

We are looking for compassionate, strong-minded individuals like you to become Step Forward Foster Carers — offering a safe, nurturing home to a young person transitioning from residential care. This is a unique opportunity to take the skills you’ve developed in your role and make a lasting, personal impact.

This could be your most rewarding role yet — offering not just care, but a future full of hope.

What is Step Forward Fostering?

Step Forward Fostering is a pioneering project that helps young people who have faced trauma, loss, and instability transition from residential care into a caring family environment.

These young people aren’t just looking for a place to stay — they need someone like you: a supportive adult who understands their needs, builds trust, and provides the consistency they’ve often lacked.

As a Step Forward Foster Carer, you’ll be part of a supportive team, working alongside professionals who are there to guide you every step of the way. You’ll never be alone on this journey.

What You’ll Receive:

We understand that caring for a young person with complex needs is a significant commitment. That’s why we provide comprehensive support — both emotionally and financially.

Specialist Support:

• Your own Senior Practitioner offering regular guidance and supervision
• A Family Wellbeing Worker to support you and your foster child
• A Hub Carer providing up to 28 days of planned short breaks every year
• 24/7 Out-of-Hours Support, ensuring you’re never alone
• Access to a network of other Step Forward Carers for peer support
• Ongoing training in trauma-informed care and understanding neurodevelopmental needs
• Therapeutic and psychological support to build on your existing skills

Financial Package:

• £1,052 per week while you have a child placed with you (around £54,704 a year)
• £408 per week retainer between placements (up to £21,216 a year)
• Extra allowances for birthdays, holidays, and cultural celebrations
• Tax exemptions specifically designed for foster carers

Is This You?

We are looking for Family Support Workers who are:

• Passionate about making a difference beyond their current role
• Skilled in building positive, trusting relationships with individuals from challenging backgrounds
• Resilient, calm under pressure, and committed to providing stability
• Ready to transfer their professional skills to a family-based setting

Please note: Ideally, applicants should not have children under 16 living at home, but we consider each family situation individually.

To Be Eligible, You’ll Need:

• Experience working with vulnerable individuals or young people
• Full-time availability and a spare bedroom
• A willingness to complete our professional training
• The right to work in the UK
• Take the next step in your career and become a Step Forward Foster Carer. Your experience as a Family Support Worker could be the foundation for a truly life-changing role

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