Supporting our Carers

We know from research that the quality and consistency of support to foster carers has a direct bearing on successful outcomes for foster carers and the young people in their care. We value our foster carers and therefore provide the following comprehensive package of support:

Initial training prior to starting to foster
Ongoing internal and external training
Regular supervision with your social worker
Additional flexible support as required
Out of hours support
Foster carer support meetings
Representation at meetings and reviews
Membership of the Fostering Network
Annual respite/holiday pay
Support of an education liaison officer
Welfare rights support and advice
Access to FCO library - books & videos
Comprehensive insurance cover
Prompt payments, direct into your bank account