Foster Carers - Calderdale Council

Calderdale Safety Partnership; Halifax; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government body in Halifax is seeking compassionate individuals to become foster carers. The role involves providing safety and stability for children, along with extensive training and dedicated support. Ideal candidates will have a spare bedroom and the desire to nurture young people. Join us to make a difference in children's lives.

Benefits

Full Council Tax exemption

Extensive training

Dedicated fostering social worker

Peer mentoring

Access to support groups

Therapeutic advice and emotional support

Financial support

Qualifications

• Must be 21 or over.
• Must have a spare bedroom.
• Ready to support and nurture a young person.

Responsibilities

• Provide safety and stability for children.
• Support and mentor young individuals in need.

Job description

Make a Real Difference – Become a Foster Carer with Calderdale Council

Do you have a big heart, a listening ear, and the kind of patience that helps others grow? Then fostering could be your calling.

At Calderdale Council, we believe that every child deserves safety, stability, and someone who believes in them.

Fostering isn’t just a role, it’s a vocation. It’s about using the qualities you already have to make a lasting impact.

What You’ll Receive:

• Full Council Tax exemption (terms and conditions apply)
• Extensive training - online and in-person, tailored to your journey
• Your own dedicated fostering social worker
• Peer mentoring from experienced foster carers
• Access to:
• Informal support groups to connect and share
• Support groups for your own children
• Therapeutic advice and emotional support
• Financial support with opportunities to progress as you gain experience

Who Can Foster?

We welcome people from all walks of life, regardless of background, religion, race, gender, or sexuality.

• Are aged 21 or over
• Have a spare bedroom
• Are ready to support and nurture a young person

Every application is assessed individually, and we value life experience just as much as formal qualifications. All foster carers undergo a full assessment, including DBS and medical checks.

Ready to Learn More?

Call us: 01422 266020

Email us:

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You don’t need to be perfect. You just need to care.

Join us, and help make a difference.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Other

Industries

• Government Administration

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