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Portsmouth City Council

Foster carers

Full or part time
Competitive allowances, skills fees and tax benefits
Closing Date: 31/03/2025

Are you looking for a rewarding career where you can truly make a difference? Join us as a foster carer and help transform the lives of children and young people in Portsmouth!

At Portsmouth City Council, we are seeking compassionate, committed individuals to become foster carers. We offer a unique opportunity to work flexibly from home, while being self-employed, supported, and well-compensated for your dedication.

Why become a foster carer?

  • Competitive allowances, skills fees and tax benefits — a rewarding role that values your commitment
  • Be your own boss while making a real impact on the lives of children who need safe, loving homes
  • Access to comprehensive training and continuous support from our experienced team
  • Join a team that uses a strength-based, restorative practice model to create positive, lasting change in children's lives
  • Work for an Ofsted rated “Good” local authority

Who we're looking for:

  • People with a big heart who can provide stability and care to children from diverse backgrounds
  • Resilient and empathetic individuals willing to champion children’s needs
  • Those with time, space, and the commitment to make a difference
  • Childcare experience is beneficial, but not essential
  • People who are able to care for a child in their home and whom have a spare bedroom

Benefits:

  • Tax-free allowances - fostering allowances do not usually impact any benefits you receive or tax you pay
  • Competitive skills fees
  • Access to local support groups and networks
  • Ongoing training and development opportunities
  • 24/7 support from our dedicated fostering team
  • Wrap around professional support, include therapeutic support for child and carers
  • A wide range of discounts and benefits in and around Portsmouth
  • Free leisure card
  • Potential to become part of our nationally recognised Mockingbird Programme

Successful candidates will join a community of caring and like-minded people. You will receive comprehensive, ongoing training and professional development, a mentor to work alongside you and a specialist social worker to support and guide you. Fostering is a team activity, so you will never be alone.

Ready to change lives? Visit Foster Portsmouth to learn more or call us today to start your journey!