Title: Step-Forward Foster Carer – Make a Real Difference to a Young Person’s LifeLocation: Cheshire... Title: Step-Forward Foster Carer – Make a Real Difference to a Young Person’s LifeLocation: Cheshire EastEmployer: Cheshire East CouncilSalary: £1000 per week per child, plus additional payments for the child (child allowance, holidays, birthday and religious celebrations)Employment Type: Full-time | Self-employed Sector: Social Care | Education | HealthcareA Role That Changes LivesStep-Forward Fostering is a rewarding role that gives children leaving residential care the chance to move into a safe and nurturing home where they belong. As a Step-Forward Foster Carer with Cheshire East Council, you will welcome a child or sibling group into your home to live as part of your family, offering them stability, guidance and the consistency they need at a key time in their young lives.Many children will have experienced trauma, disruption or separation. By fostering with Cheshire East Council, you can help them remain close to their communities, schools, friends and extended family while building the skills and confidence to move forward.If you have experience supporting children, young people or adults, particularly those with complex or challenging needs, you may already have the qualities that matter most. Step-Forward Fostering allows you to apply your professional or personal skills within your home, helping children experience the security and belonging of family life.You will be supported at every stage, with specialist training, regular supervision and guidance from social workers and therapists, alongside access to peer networks and a dedicated local fostering team.What the Role Involves: Full-time care for a child or sibling group moving from residential careProviding stability, routine, and reassurance within a nurturing homeSupporting the child’s emotional, behavioural, and social developmentWorking closely with social workers, therapists and other professionalsKeeping clear records and providing therapeutic, relationship-based care Helping children maintain family relationships through Family Time Who Can Apply to Become a Step-Forward Foster Carer?We welcome enquiries from individuals and/or couples who: Are aged 21 or over (with no upper age limit)Have the legal Right to Work in the United Kingdom (see definition below)Can provide full-time care for a child or children in their home (at least one carer must be present on a full-time basis if applying as a couple)Have a spare bedroom or bedrooms that can be dedicated to fosteringIdeally have experience supporting children, young people, or adults, particularly those with complex needs or challenging behaviours Do You Have the Right to Work in the United Kingdom?To foster, you must be allowed to work in the United Kingdom. This includes: British or Irish citizensPeople settled or pre-settled under the European Union Settlement SchemeThose with certain visas or indefinite leave to remainAnyone with the right to live and work in the United Kingdom Please Note: You will need to show original documents before you can begin your application to foster.What you can expect as a Step-Forward Foster Carer with Cheshire East Council: In recognition of the complexity and level of commitment required, £52,000 per annum (£1,000 per week) will be paid, with a 50% retainer payable pre-placement.Weekly age-related fostering allowance for the child*Payment for birthday, holiday and religious/cultural celebration*50% skill-based retainer paid from date of approval until child placed Additionally, you will receive access to: Specialist therapeutic training tailored to your experienceOther benefits and discounts such as access to Blue Light Card & FosterTalk24/7 wraparound support & 14-nights of funded respite each year *In-line with age related DFE rates and weekly payment increased annually in line with inflationTake the First Step into Step-Forward Fostering with Cheshire East Council This is your chance to change a young person’s life and experience the profound reward of knowing you helped them believe in their future.This initiative forms part of regional Foster4 recruitment.Please Note: Progression is subject to background checks, assessment, and full fostering panel approval.
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Title: Step-Forward Foster Carer – Make a Real Difference to a Young Person’s LifeLocation: Cheshire... Title: Step-Forward Foster Carer – Make a Real Difference to a Young Person’s LifeLocation: Cheshire EastEmployer: Cheshire East CouncilSalary: £1000 per week per child, plus additional payments for the child (child allowance, holidays, birthday and religious celebrations)Employment Type: Full-time | Self-employed Sector: Social Care | Education | HealthcareA Role That Changes LivesStep-Forward Fostering is a rewarding role that gives children leaving residential care the chance to move into a safe and nurturing home where they belong. As a Step-Forward Foster Carer with Cheshire East Council, you will welcome a child or sibling group into your home to live as part of your family, offering them stability, guidance and the consistency they need at a key time in their young lives.Many children will have experienced trauma, disruption or separation. By fostering with Cheshire East Council, you can help them remain close to their communities, schools, friends and extended family while building the skills and confidence to move forward.Whether you’ve worked as a youth worker—building trust with young people, supporting them through tough times, and helping them reach their potential—your experience could change a child’s life in ways you never imagined.Step-Forward Fostering allows you to apply your professional or personal skills within your home, helping children experience the security and belonging of family life.You will be supported at every stage, with specialist training, regular supervision and guidance from social workers and therapists, alongside access to peer networks and a dedicated local fostering team.What the Role Involves: Full-time care for a child or sibling group moving from residential careProviding stability, routine, and reassurance within a nurturing homeSupporting the child’s emotional, behavioural, and social developmentWorking closely with social workers, therapists and other professionalsKeeping clear records and providing therapeutic, relationship-based care Helping children maintain family relationships through Family Time Who Can Apply to Become a Step-Forward Foster Carer?We welcome enquiries from individuals and/or couples who: Are aged 21 or over (with no upper age limit)Have the legal Right to Work in the United Kingdom (see definition below)Can provide full-time care for a child or children in their home (at least one carer must be present on a full-time basis if applying as a couple)Have a spare bedroom or bedrooms that can be dedicated to fosteringIdeally have experience supporting children, young people, or adults, particularly those with complex needs or challenging behaviours Do You Have the Right to Work in the United Kingdom?To foster, you must be allowed to work in the United Kingdom. This includes: British or Irish citizensPeople settled or pre-settled under the European Union Settlement SchemeThose with certain visas or indefinite leave to remainAnyone with the right to live and work in the United Kingdom Please Note: You will need to show original documents before you can begin your application to foster.What you can expect as a Step-Forward Foster Carer with Cheshire East Council: In recognition of the complexity and level of commitment required, £52,000 per annum (£1,000 per week) will be paid, with a 50% retainer payable pre-placement.Weekly age-related fostering allowance for the child*Payment for birthday, holiday and religious/cultural celebration*50% skill-based retainer paid from date of approval until child placed Additionally, you will receive access to: Specialist therapeutic training tailored to your experienceOther benefits and discounts such as access to Blue Light Card & FosterTalk24/7 wraparound support & 14-nights of funded respite each year *In-line with age related DFE rates and weekly payment increased annually in line with inflationTake the First Step into Step-Forward Fostering with Cheshire East Council This is your chance to change a young person’s life and experience the profound reward of knowing you helped them believe in their future.This initiative forms part of regional Foster4 recruitment.Please Note: Progression is subject to background checks, assessment, and full fostering panel approval.
Title: Step-Forward Foster Carer – Make a Real Difference to a Young Person’s LifeLocation: Cheshire... Title: Step-Forward Foster Carer – Make a Real Difference to a Young Person’s LifeLocation: Cheshire EastEmployer: Cheshire East CouncilSalary: £1000 per week per child, plus additional payments for the child (child allowance, holidays, birthday and religious celebrations)Employment Type: Full-time | Self-employed Sector: Social Care | Education | HealthcareA Role That Changes LivesStep-Forward Fostering is a rewarding role that gives children leaving residential care the chance to move into a safe and nurturing home where they belong. As a Step-Forward Foster Carer with Cheshire East Council, you will welcome a child or sibling group into your home to live as part of your family, offering them stability, guidance and the consistency they need at a key time in their young lives.Many children will have experienced trauma, disruption or separation. By fostering with Cheshire East Council, you can help them remain close to their communities, schools, friends and extended family while building the skills and confidence to move forward.Whether you’ve worked as an Emotional Wellbeing Practitioner—supporting children and young people with their emotional health and resilience—you could change a child’s life in ways you never imagined.Step-Forward Fostering allows you to apply your professional or personal skills within your home, helping children experience the security and belonging of family life.You will be supported at every stage, with specialist training, regular supervision and guidance from social workers and therapists, alongside access to peer networks and a dedicated local fostering team.What the Role Involves: Full-time care for a child or sibling group moving from residential careProviding stability, routine, and reassurance within a nurturing homeSupporting the child’s emotional, behavioural, and social developmentWorking closely with social workers, therapists and other professionalsKeeping clear records and providing therapeutic, relationship-based care Helping children maintain family relationships through Family Time Who Can Apply to Become a Step-Forward Foster Carer?We welcome enquiries from individuals and/or couples who: Are aged 21 or over (with no upper age limit)Have the legal Right to Work in the United Kingdom (see definition below)Can provide full-time care for a child or children in their home (at least one carer must be present on a full-time basis if applying as a couple)Have a spare bedroom or bedrooms that can be dedicated to fosteringIdeally have experience supporting children, young people, or adults, particularly those with complex needs or challenging behaviours Do You Have the Right to Work in the United Kingdom?To foster, you must be allowed to work in the United Kingdom. This includes: British or Irish citizensPeople settled or pre-settled under the European Union Settlement SchemeThose with certain visas or indefinite leave to remainAnyone with the right to live and work in the United Kingdom Please Note: You will need to show original documents before you can begin your application to foster.What you can expect as a Step-Forward Foster Carer with Cheshire East Council: In recognition of the complexity and level of commitment required, £52,000 per annum (£1,000 per week) will be paid, with a 50% retainer payable pre-placement.Weekly age-related fostering allowance for the child*Payment for birthday, holiday and religious/cultural celebration*50% skill-based retainer paid from date of approval until child placed Additionally, you will receive access to: Specialist therapeutic training tailored to your experienceOther benefits and discounts such as access to Blue Light Card & FosterTalk24/7 wraparound support & 14-nights of funded respite each year *In-line with age related DFE rates and weekly payment increased annually in line with inflationTake the First Step into Step-Forward Fostering with Cheshire East Council This is your chance to change a young person’s life and experience the profound reward of knowing you helped them believe in their future.This initiative forms part of regional Foster4 recruitment.Please Note: Progression is subject to background checks, assessment, and full fostering panel approval.
Title: Step-Forward Foster Carer – Make a Real Difference to a Young Person’s LifeLocation: Cheshire... Title: Step-Forward Foster Carer – Make a Real Difference to a Young Person’s LifeLocation: Cheshire EastEmployer: Cheshire East CouncilSalary: £1000 per week per child, plus additional payments for the child (child allowance, holidays, birthday and religious celebrations)Employment Type: Full-time | Self-employed Sector: Social Care | Education | HealthcareA Role That Changes LivesStep-Forward Fostering is a rewarding role that gives children leaving residential care the chance to move into a safe and nurturing home where they belong. As a Step-Forward Foster Carer with Cheshire East Council, you will welcome a child or sibling group into your home to live as part of your family, offering them stability, guidance and the consistency they need at a key time in their young lives.Many children will have experienced trauma, disruption or separation. By fostering with Cheshire East Council, you can help them remain close to their communities, schools, friends and extended family while building the skills and confidence to move forward.Whether you’ve worked as an Emotional Support Worker —supporting children and young people with their emotional health and resilience—you could change a child’s life in ways you never imagined.Step-Forward Fostering allows you to apply your professional or personal skills within your home, helping children experience the security and belonging of family life.You will be supported at every stage, with specialist training, regular supervision and guidance from social workers and therapists, alongside access to peer networks and a dedicated local fostering team.What the Role Involves: Full-time care for a child or sibling group moving from residential careProviding stability, routine, and reassurance within a nurturing homeSupporting the child’s emotional, behavioural, and social developmentWorking closely with social workers, therapists and other professionalsKeeping clear records and providing therapeutic, relationship-based care Helping children maintain family relationships through Family Time Who Can Apply to Become a Step-Forward Foster Carer?We welcome enquiries from individuals and/or couples who: Are aged 21 or over (with no upper age limit)Have the legal Right to Work in the United Kingdom (see definition below)Can provide full-time care for a child or children in their home (at least one carer must be present on a full-time basis if applying as a couple)Have a spare bedroom or bedrooms that can be dedicated to fosteringIdeally have experience supporting children, young people, or adults, particularly those with complex needs or challenging behaviours Do You Have the Right to Work in the United Kingdom?To foster, you must be allowed to work in the United Kingdom. This includes: British or Irish citizensPeople settled or pre-settled under the European Union Settlement SchemeThose with certain visas or indefinite leave to remainAnyone with the right to live and work in the United Kingdom Please Note: You will need to show original documents before you can begin your application to foster.What you can expect as a Step-Forward Foster Carer with Cheshire East Council: In recognition of the complexity and level of commitment required, £52,000 per annum (£1,000 per week) will be paid, with a 50% retainer payable pre-placement.Weekly age-related fostering allowance for the child*Payment for birthday, holiday and religious/cultural celebration*50% skill-based retainer paid from date of approval until child placed Additionally, you will receive access to: Specialist therapeutic training tailored to your experienceOther benefits and discounts such as access to Blue Light Card & FosterTalk24/7 wraparound support & 14-nights of funded respite each year *In-line with age related DFE rates and weekly payment increased annually in line with inflationTake the First Step into Step-Forward Fostering with Cheshire East Council This is your chance to change a young person’s life and experience the profound reward of knowing you helped them believe in their future.This initiative forms part of regional Foster4 recruitment.Please Note: Progression is subject to background checks, assessment, and full fostering panel approval.
Title: Step-Forward Foster Carer – Make a Real Difference to a Young Person’s LifeLocation: Cheshire... Title: Step-Forward Foster Carer – Make a Real Difference to a Young Person’s LifeLocation: Cheshire EastEmployer: Cheshire East CouncilSalary: £1000 per week per child, plus additional payments for the child (child allowance, holidays, birthday and religious celebrations)Employment Type: Full-time | Self-employed Sector: Social Care | Education | HealthcareA Role That Changes LivesStep-Forward Fostering is a rewarding role that gives children leaving residential care the chance to move into a safe and nurturing home where they belong. As a Step-Forward Foster Carer with Cheshire East Council, you will welcome a child or sibling group into your home to live as part of your family, offering them stability, guidance and the consistency they need at a key time in their young lives.Many children will have experienced trauma, disruption or separation. By fostering with Cheshire East Council, you can help them remain close to their communities, schools, friends and extended family while building the skills and confidence to move forward.Whether you’ve worked as a SEN Practitioner—supporting children with special educational needs, tailoring learning approaches, and promoting emotional well-being—you could change a child’s life in ways you never imagined.Step-Forward Fostering allows you to apply your professional or personal skills within your home, helping children experience the security and belonging of family life.You will be supported at every stage, with specialist training, regular supervision and guidance from social workers and therapists, alongside access to peer networks and a dedicated local fostering team.What the Role Involves: Full-time care for a child or sibling group moving from residential careProviding stability, routine, and reassurance within a nurturing homeSupporting the child’s emotional, behavioural, and social developmentWorking closely with social workers, therapists and other professionalsKeeping clear records and providing therapeutic, relationship-based care Helping children maintain family relationships through Family Time Who Can Apply to Become a Step-Forward Foster Carer?We welcome enquiries from individuals and/or couples who: Are aged 21 or over (with no upper age limit)Have the legal Right to Work in the United Kingdom (see definition below)Can provide full-time care for a child or children in their home (at least one carer must be present on a full-time basis if applying as a couple)Have a spare bedroom or bedrooms that can be dedicated to fosteringIdeally have experience supporting children, young people, or adults, particularly those with complex needs or challenging behaviours Do You Have the Right to Work in the United Kingdom?To foster, you must be allowed to work in the United Kingdom. This includes: British or Irish citizensPeople settled or pre-settled under the European Union Settlement SchemeThose with certain visas or indefinite leave to remainAnyone with the right to live and work in the United Kingdom Please Note: You will need to show original documents before you can begin your application to foster.What you can expect as a Step-Forward Foster Carer with Cheshire East Council: In recognition of the complexity and level of commitment required, £52,000 per annum (£1,000 per week) will be paid, with a 50% retainer payable pre-placement.Weekly age-related fostering allowance for the child*Payment for birthday, holiday and religious/cultural celebration*50% skill-based retainer paid from date of approval until child placed Additionally, you will receive access to: Specialist therapeutic training tailored to your experienceOther benefits and discounts such as access to Blue Light Card & FosterTalk24/7 wraparound support & 14-nights of funded respite each year *In-line with age related DFE rates and weekly payment increased annually in line with inflationTake the First Step into Step-Forward Fostering with Cheshire East Council This is your chance to change a young person’s life and experience the profound reward of knowing you helped them believe in their future.This initiative forms part of regional Foster4 recruitment.Please Note: Progression is subject to background checks, assessment, and full fostering panel approval.
Title: Step-Forward Foster Carer – Make a Real Difference to a Young Person’s LifeLocation: Cheshire... Title: Step-Forward Foster Carer – Make a Real Difference to a Young Person’s LifeLocation: Cheshire EastEmployer: Cheshire East CouncilSalary: £1000 per week per child, plus additional payments for the child (child allowance, holidays, birthday and religious celebrations)Employment Type: Full-time | Self-employed Sector: Social Care | Education | HealthcareA Role That Changes LivesStep-Forward Fostering is a rewarding role that gives children leaving residential care the chance to move into a safe and nurturing home where they belong. As a Step-Forward Foster Carer with Cheshire East Council, you will welcome a child or sibling group into your home to live as part of your family, offering them stability, guidance and the consistency they need at a key time in their young lives.Many children will have experienced trauma, disruption or separation. By fostering with Cheshire East Council, you can help them remain close to their communities, schools, friends and extended family while building the skills and confidence to move forward.Whether you’ve worked as an Inclusion Support Worker—helping children access learning, overcome barriers, and feel included—you could change a child’s life in ways you never imagined.Step - Forward Fostering allows you to apply your professional or personal skills within your home, helping children experience the security and belonging of family life.You will be supported at every stage, with specialist training, regular supervision and guidance from social workers and therapists, alongside access to peer networks and a dedicated local fostering team.What the Role Involves: Full-time care for a child or sibling group moving from residential careProviding stability, routine, and reassurance within a nurturing homeSupporting the child’s emotional, behavioural, and social developmentWorking closely with social workers, therapists and other professionalsKeeping clear records and providing therapeutic, relationship-based care Helping children maintain family relationships through Family Time Who Can Apply to Become a Step-Forward Foster Carer?We welcome enquiries from individuals and/or couples who: Are aged 21 or over (with no upper age limit)Have the legal Right to Work in the United Kingdom (see definition below)Can provide full-time care for a child or children in their home (at least one carer must be present on a full-time basis if applying as a couple)Have a spare bedroom or bedrooms that can be dedicated to fosteringIdeally have experience supporting children, young people, or adults, particularly those with complex needs or challenging behaviours Do You Have the Right to Work in the United Kingdom?To foster, you must be allowed to work in the United Kingdom. This includes: British or Irish citizensPeople settled or pre-settled under the European Union Settlement SchemeThose with certain visas or indefinite leave to remainAnyone with the right to live and work in the United Kingdom Please Note: You will need to show original documents before you can begin your application to foster.What you can expect as a Step-Forward Foster Carer with Cheshire East Council: In recognition of the complexity and level of commitment required, £52,000 per annum (£1,000 per week) will be paid, with a 50% retainer payable pre-placement.Weekly age-related fostering allowance for the child*Payment for birthday, holiday and religious/cultural celebration*50% skill-based retainer paid from date of approval until child placed Additionally, you will receive access to: Specialist therapeutic training tailored to your experienceOther benefits and discounts such as access to Blue Light Card & FosterTalk24/7 wraparound support & 14-nights of funded respite each year *In-line with age related DFE rates and weekly payment increased annually in line with inflationTake the First Step into Step-Forward Fostering with Cheshire East Council This is your chance to change a young person’s life and experience the profound reward of knowing you helped them believe in their future.This initiative forms part of regional Foster4 recruitment.Please Note: Progression is subject to background checks, assessment, and full fostering panel approval.
Title: Step-Forward Foster Carer – Make a Real Difference to a Young Person’s LifeLocation: Cheshire... Title: Step-Forward Foster Carer – Make a Real Difference to a Young Person’s LifeLocation: Cheshire EastEmployer: Cheshire East CouncilSalary: £1000 per week per child, plus additional payments for the child (child allowance, holidays, birthday and religious celebrations)Employment Type: Full-time | Self-employed Sector: Social Care | Education | HealthcareA Role That Changes LivesStep-Forward Fostering is a rewarding role that gives children leaving residential care the chance to move into a safe and nurturing home where they belong. As a Step-Forward Foster Carer with Cheshire East Council, you will welcome a child or sibling group into your home to live as part of your family, offering them stability, guidance and the consistency they need at a key time in their young lives.Many children will have experienced trauma, disruption or separation. By fostering with Cheshire East Council, you can help them remain close to their communities, schools, friends and extended family while building the skills and confidence to move forward.Whether you’ve worked as a family support worker, early help practitioner, or in child protection and safeguarding, your experience could change a child’s life in ways you never imagined.Step-Forward Fostering allows you to apply your professional or personal skills within your home, helping children experience the security and belonging of family life.You will be supported at every stage, with specialist training, regular supervision and guidance from social workers and therapists, alongside access to peer networks and a dedicated local fostering team.What the Role Involves: Full-time care for a child or sibling group moving from residential careProviding stability, routine, and reassurance within a nurturing homeSupporting the child’s emotional, behavioural, and social developmentWorking closely with social workers, therapists and other professionalsKeeping clear records and providing therapeutic, relationship-based care Helping children maintain family relationships through Family Time Who Can Apply to Become a Step-Forward Foster Carer?We welcome enquiries from individuals and/or couples who: Are aged 21 or over (with no upper age limit)Have the legal Right to Work in the United Kingdom (see definition below)Can provide full-time care for a child or children in their home (at least one carer must be present on a full-time basis if applying as a couple)Have a spare bedroom or bedrooms that can be dedicated to fosteringIdeally have experience supporting children, young people, or adults, particularly those with complex needs or challenging behaviours Do You Have the Right to Work in the United Kingdom?To foster, you must be allowed to work in the United Kingdom. This includes: British or Irish citizensPeople settled or pre-settled under the European Union Settlement SchemeThose with certain visas or indefinite leave to remainAnyone with the right to live and work in the United Kingdom Please Note: You will need to show original documents before you can begin your application to foster.What you can expect as a Step-Forward Foster Carer with Cheshire East Council: In recognition of the complexity and level of commitment required, £52,000 per annum (£1,000 per week) will be paid, with a 50% retainer payable pre-placement.Weekly age-related fostering allowance for the child*Payment for birthday, holiday and religious/cultural celebration*50% skill-based retainer paid from date of approval until child placed Additionally, you will receive access to: Specialist therapeutic training tailored to your experienceOther benefits and discounts such as access to Blue Light Card & FosterTalk24/7 wraparound support & 14-nights of funded respite each year *In-line with age related DFE rates and weekly payment increased annually in line with inflationTake the First Step into Step-Forward Fostering with Cheshire East Council This is your chance to change a young person’s life and experience the profound reward of knowing you helped them believe in their future.This initiative forms part of regional Foster4 recruitment.Please Note: Progression is subject to background checks, assessment, and full fostering panel approval.
Title: Step-Forward Foster Carer – Make a Real Difference to a Young Person’s LifeLocation: Cheshire... Title: Step-Forward Foster Carer – Make a Real Difference to a Young Person’s LifeLocation: Cheshire EastEmployer: Cheshire East CouncilSalary: £1000 per week per child, plus additional payments for the child (child allowance, holidays, birthday and religious celebrations)Employment Type: Full-time | Self-employed Sector: Social Care | Education | HealthcareA Role That Changes LivesStep-Forward Fostering is a rewarding role that gives children leaving residential care the chance to move into a safe and nurturing home where they belong. As a Step-Forward Foster Carer with Cheshire East Council, you will welcome a child or sibling group into your home to live as part of your family, offering them stability, guidance and the consistency they need at a key time in their young lives.Many children will have experienced trauma, disruption or separation. By fostering with Cheshire East Council, you can help them remain close to their communities, schools, friends and extended family while building the skills and confidence to move forward.Whether you’ve worked as a safeguarding officer, protecting vulnerable children and supporting families through difficult times, your experience could change a child’s life in ways you never imagined.Step-Forward Fostering allows you to apply your professional or personal skills within your home, helping children experience the security and belonging of family life.You will be supported at every stage, with specialist training, regular supervision and guidance from social workers and therapists, alongside access to peer networks and a dedicated local fostering team.What the Role Involves: Full-time care for a child or sibling group moving from residential careProviding stability, routine, and reassurance within a nurturing homeSupporting the child’s emotional, behavioural, and social developmentWorking closely with social workers, therapists and other professionalsKeeping clear records and providing therapeutic, relationship-based care Helping children maintain family relationships through Family Time Who Can Apply to Become a Step-Forward Foster Carer?We welcome enquiries from individuals and/or couples who: Are aged 21 or over (with no upper age limit)Have the legal Right to Work in the United Kingdom (see definition below)Can provide full-time care for a child or children in their home (at least one carer must be present on a full-time basis if applying as a couple)Have a spare bedroom or bedrooms that can be dedicated to fosteringIdeally have experience supporting children, young people, or adults, particularly those with complex needs or challenging behaviours Do You Have the Right to Work in the United Kingdom?To foster, you must be allowed to work in the United Kingdom. This includes: British or Irish citizensPeople settled or pre-settled under the European Union Settlement SchemeThose with certain visas or indefinite leave to remainAnyone with the right to live and work in the United Kingdom Please Note: You will need to show original documents before you can begin your application to foster.What you can expect as a Step-Forward Foster Carer with Cheshire East Council: In recognition of the complexity and level of commitment required, £52,000 per annum (£1,000 per week) will be paid, with a 50% retainer payable pre-placement.Weekly age-related fostering allowance for the child*Payment for birthday, holiday and religious/cultural celebration*50% skill-based retainer paid from date of approval until child placed Additionally, you will receive access to: Specialist therapeutic training tailored to your experienceOther benefits and discounts such as access to Blue Light Card & FosterTalk24/7 wraparound support & 14-nights of funded respite each year *In-line with age related DFE rates and weekly payment increased annually in line with inflationTake the First Step into Step-Forward Fostering with Cheshire East Council This is your chance to change a young person’s life and experience the profound reward of knowing you helped them believe in their future.This initiative forms part of regional Foster4 recruitment.Please Note: Progression is subject to background checks, assessment, and full fostering panel approval.
Title: Step-Forward Foster Carer – Make a Real Difference to a Young Person’s LifeLocation: Cheshire... Title: Step-Forward Foster Carer – Make a Real Difference to a Young Person’s LifeLocation: Cheshire EastEmployer: Cheshire East CouncilSalary: £1000 per week per child, plus additional payments for the child (child allowance, holidays, birthday and religious celebrations)Employment Type: Full-time | Self-employed Sector: Social Care | Education | HealthcareA Role That Changes LivesStep-Forward Fostering is a rewarding role that gives children leaving residential care the chance to move into a safe and nurturing home where they belong. As a Step-Forward Foster Carer with Cheshire East Council, you will welcome a child or sibling group into your home to live as part of your family, offering them stability, guidance and the consistency they need at a key time in their young lives.Many children will have experienced trauma, disruption or separation. By fostering with Cheshire East Council, you can help them remain close to their communities, schools, friends and extended family while building the skills and confidence to move forward.Whether you’ve worked as a Parenting Support Worker—guiding families, strengthening parenting skills, and supporting children’s emotional and behavioural development—you could change a child’s life in ways you never imagined.Step-Forward Fostering allows you to apply your professional or personal skills within your home, helping children experience the security and belonging of family life.You will be supported at every stage, with specialist training, regular supervision and guidance from social workers and therapists, alongside access to peer networks and a dedicated local fostering team.What the Role Involves: Full-time care for a child or sibling group moving from residential careProviding stability, routine, and reassurance within a nurturing homeSupporting the child’s emotional, behavioural, and social developmentWorking closely with social workers, therapists and other professionalsKeeping clear records and providing therapeutic, relationship-based care Helping children maintain family relationships through Family Time Who Can Apply to Become a Step-Forward Foster Carer?We welcome enquiries from individuals and/or couples who: Are aged 21 or over (with no upper age limit)Have the legal Right to Work in the United Kingdom (see definition below)Can provide full-time care for a child or children in their home (at least one carer must be present on a full-time basis if applying as a couple)Have a spare bedroom or bedrooms that can be dedicated to fosteringIdeally have experience supporting children, young people, or adults, particularly those with complex needs or challenging behaviours Do You Have the Right to Work in the United Kingdom?To foster, you must be allowed to work in the United Kingdom. This includes: British or Irish citizensPeople settled or pre-settled under the European Union Settlement SchemeThose with certain visas or indefinite leave to remainAnyone with the right to live and work in the United Kingdom Please Note: You will need to show original documents before you can begin your application to foster.What you can expect as a Step-Forward Foster Carer with Cheshire East Council: In recognition of the complexity and level of commitment required, £52,000 per annum (£1,000 per week) will be paid, with a 50% retainer payable pre-placement.Weekly age-related fostering allowance for the child*Payment for birthday, holiday and religious/cultural celebration*50% skill-based retainer paid from date of approval until child placed Additionally, you will receive access to: Specialist therapeutic training tailored to your experienceOther benefits and discounts such as access to Blue Light Card & FosterTalk24/7 wraparound support & 14-nights of funded respite each year *In-line with age related DFE rates and weekly payment increased annually in line with inflationTake the First Step into Step-Forward Fostering with Cheshire East Council This is your chance to change a young person’s life and experience the profound reward of knowing you helped them believe in their future.This initiative forms part of regional Foster4 recruitment.Please Note: Progression is subject to background checks, assessment, and full fostering panel approval.
Title: Step-Forward Foster Carer – Make a Real Difference to a Young Person’s LifeLocation: Cheshire... Title: Step-Forward Foster Carer – Make a Real Difference to a Young Person’s LifeLocation: Cheshire EastEmployer: Cheshire East CouncilSalary: £1000 per week per child, plus additional payments for the child (child allowance, holidays, birthday and religious celebrations)Employment Type: Full-time | Self-employed Sector: Social Care | Education | HealthcareA Role That Changes LivesStep-Forward Fostering is a rewarding role that gives children leaving residential care the chance to move into a safe and nurturing home where they belong. As a Step-Forward Foster Carer with Cheshire East Council, you will welcome a child or sibling group into your home to live as part of your family, offering them stability, guidance and the consistency they need at a key time in their young lives.Many children will have experienced trauma, disruption or separation. By fostering with Cheshire East Council, you can help them remain close to their communities, schools, friends and extended family while building the skills and confidence to move forward.Whether you’ve worked in children’s homes, residential units, or supported accommodation, your experience as a residential care worker could change a child’s life in ways you never imagined.Step-Forward Fostering allows you to apply your professional or personal skills within your home, helping children experience the security and belonging of family life.You will be supported at every stage, with specialist training, regular supervision and guidance from social workers and therapists, alongside access to peer networks and a dedicated local fostering team.What the Role Involves: Full-time care for a child or sibling group moving from residential careProviding stability, routine, and reassurance within a nurturing homeSupporting the child’s emotional, behavioural, and social developmentWorking closely with social workers, therapists and other professionalsKeeping clear records and providing therapeutic, relationship-based care Helping children maintain family relationships through Family Time Who Can Apply to Become a Step-Forward Foster Carer?We welcome enquiries from individuals and/or couples who: Are aged 21 or over (with no upper age limit)Have the legal Right to Work in the United Kingdom (see definition below)Can provide full-time care for a child or children in their home (at least one carer must be present on a full-time basis if applying as a couple)Have a spare bedroom or bedrooms that can be dedicated to fosteringIdeally have experience supporting children, young people, or adults, particularly those with complex needs or challenging behaviours Do You Have the Right to Work in the United Kingdom?To foster, you must be allowed to work in the United Kingdom. This includes: British or Irish citizensPeople settled or pre-settled under the European Union Settlement SchemeThose with certain visas or indefinite leave to remainAnyone with the right to live and work in the United Kingdom Please Note: You will need to show original documents before you can begin your application to foster.What you can expect as a Step-Forward Foster Carer with Cheshire East Council: In recognition of the complexity and level of commitment required, £52,000 per annum (£1,000 per week) will be paid, with a 50% retainer payable pre-placement.Weekly age-related fostering allowance for the child*Payment for birthday, holiday and religious/cultural celebration*50% skill-based retainer paid from date of approval until child placed Additionally, you will receive access to: Specialist therapeutic training tailored to your experienceOther benefits and discounts such as access to Blue Light Card & FosterTalk24/7 wraparound support & 14-nights of funded respite each year *In-line with age related DFE rates and weekly payment increased annually in line with inflationTake the First Step into Step-Forward Fostering with Cheshire East Council This is your chance to change a young person’s life and experience the profound reward of knowing you helped them believe in their future.This initiative forms part of regional Foster4 recruitment.Please Note: Progression is subject to background checks, assessment, and full fostering panel approval.
Complex Care Assistant DriverIMPORTANT: Unfortunately, Routes are unable to offer a job to anyone wh... Complex Care Assistant DriverIMPORTANT: Unfortunately, Routes are unable to offer a job to anyone who does not have the right to work in the UK or needs employer support. Location: Crewe Pay Rate: £14.24-£15.30 per hour (including holiday pay) Guaranteed hours available after a successful probation. About UsRoutes Healthcare is a leading complex care provider - we are a care company, not an agency. We're real people who put individual healthcare needs first. We support people in their own homes (not in care homes), providing specialist 1-2-1 care for clients with complex health needs.About the RoleThis is a complex care position - you'll be providing dedicated, specialist care to clients with long-term complex health conditions in their own homes.What You'll Be Doing:Specialist Complex Care: Supporting clients with tracheostomy care, ventilation support, and respiratory needsManaging complex medication regimens and clinical observationsProviding personal care with dignity and respect for clients with physical disabilitiesSupporting clients with PEG feeding and nutritional managementMonitoring and responding to changes in client conditionWorking closely with healthcare professionals and families Your Role: Providing 1-2-1 care in the client's own homeWorking solo or as part of a 2-person team on double-up care packagesFollowing detailed care plans created by our clinical teamMaintaining accurate care records and clinical documentationCommunicating effectively with clients, families, and the wider care team We provide complex care across Crewe and the surrounding areas - speak to our recruitment team to discuss packages available.What Makes Complex Care Different:Unlike standard homecare, you'll be working with clients who have significant clinical needs requiring enhanced skills and training. This includes supporting people with: Long-term ventilation and tracheostomy careNeurological conditions requiring specialist positioning and careLife-limiting conditions requiring palliative and end-of-life careComplex physical disabilities requiring moving and handling expertise All focused on supporting each individual's lifestyle and wellbeing while managing their clinical needs safely and effectively.We are committed to making lives better 24 hours a day, 7 days a week - not only for the people we support but their loved ones and family members too.Shift Patterns & HoursComplex care packages typically include: Consistent shift patterns with the same client(s)Range of shifts available Monday to Sunday (weekend availability required)Day shifts or night shifts availableShifts typically 8-12 hours depending on packageShifts allocated based on business needs and your availabilityOnce committed to a shift, we need you to complete the full shift reliably Speak to the recruitment team to hear about our current packages and shift patterns.What We OfferCareer Development: Routes Academy programme with specialist complex care trainingClinical skills training including tracheostomy, ventilation, PEG feedingOngoing training and progression opportunities into senior complex care roles Support: Dedicated clinical on-call team available 24/7Regular clinical supervision and competency assessmentsWellbeing and mental health supportWe don't use agency staff - you'll work alongside employed Routes care workers only Rewards: £14.24-£15.30 per hour (includes holiday pay)Staff referral scheme with generous incentives (up to £250 per referral)Enhanced rates for specialist skills and night shifts What You NeedEssential: The right to work in the UK without needing employer supportDRIVING REQUIREMENT: A full valid UK driving licence and access to a car for workAt least 6 months paid care experience in the UK, ideally with complex care experienceReliable, compassionate, and committed to delivering excellent clinical careWillingness to complete specialist training in complex care skills Desirable: Experience with tracheostomy care, ventilation, PEG feeding, or similar clinical skillsNVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care (We provide comprehensive training in complex care skills for candidates with the right attitude and care experience)Ready to Make a Difference?If you're passionate about providing specialist care to people with complex needs in their own homes, and want to develop your clinical skills with full training and support, we'd love to hear from you.Apply today and speak to our friendly recruitment team about the complex care packages and training available.Routes Healthcare is committed to making lives better through exceptional complex care services.
Title: Step-Forward Foster Carer – Make a Real Difference to a Young Person’s LifeLocation: Cheshire... Title: Step-Forward Foster Carer – Make a Real Difference to a Young Person’s LifeLocation: Cheshire EastEmployer: Cheshire East CouncilSalary: £1000 per week per child, plus additional payments for the child (child allowance, holidays, birthday and religious celebrations)Employment Type: Full-time | Self-employed Sector: Social Care | Education | HealthcareA Role That Changes LivesStep-Forward Fostering is a rewarding role that gives children leaving residential care the chance to move into a safe and nurturing home where they belong. As a Step-Forward Foster Carer with Cheshire East Council, you will welcome a child or sibling group into your home to live as part of your family, offering them stability, guidance and the consistency they need at a key time in their young lives.Many children will have experienced trauma, disruption or separation. By fostering with Cheshire East Council, you can help them remain close to their communities, schools, friends and extended family while building the skills and confidence to move forward.If you have experience supporting children, young people or adults, particularly those with complex or challenging needs, you may already have the qualities that matter most. Step-Forward Fostering allows you to apply your professional or personal skills within your home, helping children experience the security and belonging of family life.You will be supported at every stage, with specialist training, regular supervision and guidance from social workers and therapists, alongside access to peer networks and a dedicated local fostering team.What the Role Involves: Full-time care for a child or sibling group moving from residential careProviding stability, routine, and reassurance within a nurturing homeSupporting the child’s emotional, behavioural, and social developmentWorking closely with social workers, therapists and other professionalsKeeping clear records and providing therapeutic, relationship-based care Helping children maintain family relationships through Family Time Who Can Apply to Become a Step-Forward Foster Carer?We welcome enquiries from individuals and/or couples who: Are aged 21 or over (with no upper age limit)Have the legal Right to Work in the United Kingdom (see definition below)Can provide full-time care for a child or children in their home (at least one carer must be present on a full-time basis if applying as a couple)Have a spare bedroom or bedrooms that can be dedicated to fosteringIdeally have experience supporting children, young people, or adults, particularly those with complex needs or challenging behaviours Do You Have the Right to Work in the United Kingdom?To foster, you must be allowed to work in the United Kingdom. This includes: British or Irish citizensPeople settled or pre-settled under the European Union Settlement SchemeThose with certain visas or indefinite leave to remainAnyone with the right to live and work in the United Kingdom Please Note: You will need to show original documents before you can begin your application to foster.What you can expect as a Step-Forward Foster Carer with Cheshire East Council: In recognition of the complexity and level of commitment required, £52,000 per annum (£1,000 per week) will be paid, with a 50% retainer payable pre-placement.Weekly age-related fostering allowance for the child*Payment for birthday, holiday and religious/cultural celebration*50% skill-based retainer paid from date of approval until child placed Additionally, you will receive access to: Specialist therapeutic training tailored to your experienceOther benefits and discounts such as access to Blue Light Card & FosterTalk24/7 wraparound support & 14-nights of funded respite each year *In-line with age related DFE rates and weekly payment increased annually in line with inflationTake the First Step into Step-Forward Fostering with Cheshire East Council This is your chance to change a young person’s life and experience the profound reward of knowing you helped them believe in their future.This initiative forms part of regional Foster4 recruitment.Please Note: Progression is subject to background checks, assessment, and full fostering panel approval.
Title: Step-Forward Foster Carer – Make a Real Difference to a Young Person’s LifeLocation: Cheshire... Title: Step-Forward Foster Carer – Make a Real Difference to a Young Person’s LifeLocation: Cheshire EastEmployer: Cheshire East CouncilSalary: £1000 per week per child, plus additional payments for the child (child allowance, holidays, birthday and religious celebrations)Employment Type: Full-time | Self-employed Sector: Social Care | Education | HealthcareA Role That Changes LivesStep-Forward Fostering is a rewarding role that gives children leaving residential care the chance to move into a safe and nurturing home where they belong. As a Step-Forward Foster Carer with Cheshire East Council, you will welcome a child or sibling group into your home to live as part of your family, offering them stability, guidance and the consistency they need at a key time in their young lives.Many children will have experienced trauma, disruption or separation. By fostering with Cheshire East Council, you can help them remain close to their communities, schools, friends and extended family while building the skills and confidence to move forward.If you have experience supporting children, young people or adults, particularly those with complex or challenging needs, you may already have the qualities that matter most. Step-Forward Fostering allows you to apply your professional or personal skills within your home, helping children experience the security and belonging of family life.You will be supported at every stage, with specialist training, regular supervision and guidance from social workers and therapists, alongside access to peer networks and a dedicated local fostering team.What the Role Involves: Full-time care for a child or sibling group moving from residential careProviding stability, routine, and reassurance within a nurturing homeSupporting the child’s emotional, behavioural, and social developmentWorking closely with social workers, therapists and other professionalsKeeping clear records and providing therapeutic, relationship-based care Helping children maintain family relationships through Family Time Who Can Apply to Become a Step-Forward Foster Carer?We welcome enquiries from individuals and/or couples who: Are aged 21 or over (with no upper age limit)Have the legal Right to Work in the United Kingdom (see definition below)Can provide full-time care for a child or children in their home (at least one carer must be present on a full-time basis if applying as a couple)Have a spare bedroom or bedrooms that can be dedicated to fosteringIdeally have experience supporting children, young people, or adults, particularly those with complex needs or challenging behaviours Do You Have the Right to Work in the United Kingdom?To foster, you must be allowed to work in the United Kingdom. This includes: British or Irish citizensPeople settled or pre-settled under the European Union Settlement SchemeThose with certain visas or indefinite leave to remainAnyone with the right to live and work in the United Kingdom Please Note: You will need to show original documents before you can begin your application to foster.What you can expect as a Step-Forward Foster Carer with Cheshire East Council: In recognition of the complexity and level of commitment required, £52,000 per annum (£1,000 per week) will be paid, with a 50% retainer payable pre-placement.Weekly age-related fostering allowance for the child*Payment for birthday, holiday and religious/cultural celebration*50% skill-based retainer paid from date of approval until child placed Additionally, you will receive access to: Specialist therapeutic training tailored to your experienceOther benefits and discounts such as access to Blue Light Card & FosterTalk24/7 wraparound support & 14-nights of funded respite each year *In-line with age related DFE rates and weekly payment increased annually in line with inflationTake the First Step into Step-Forward Fostering with Cheshire East Council This is your chance to change a young person’s life and experience the profound reward of knowing you helped them believe in their future.This initiative forms part of regional Foster4 recruitment.Please Note: Progression is subject to background checks, assessment, and full fostering panel approval.
Title: Step-Forward Foster Carer – Make a Real Difference to a Young Person’s LifeLocation: Cheshire... Title: Step-Forward Foster Carer – Make a Real Difference to a Young Person’s LifeLocation: Cheshire EastEmployer: Cheshire East CouncilSalary: £1000 per week per child, plus additional payments for the child (child allowance, holidays, birthday and religious celebrations)Employment Type: Full-time | Self-employed Sector: Social Care | Education | HealthcareA Role That Changes LivesStep-Forward Fostering is a rewarding role that gives children leaving residential care the chance to move into a safe and nurturing home where they belong. As a Step-Forward Foster Carer with Cheshire East Council, you will welcome a child or sibling group into your home to live as part of your family, offering them stability, guidance and the consistency they need at a key time in their young lives.Many children will have experienced trauma, disruption or separation. By fostering with Cheshire East Council, you can help them remain close to their communities, schools, friends and extended family while building the skills and confidence to move forward.If you have experience supporting children, young people or adults, particularly those with complex or challenging needs, you may already have the qualities that matter most. Step-Forward Fostering allows you to apply your professional or personal skills within your home, helping children experience the security and belonging of family life.You will be supported at every stage, with specialist training, regular supervision and guidance from social workers and therapists, alongside access to peer networks and a dedicated local fostering team.What the Role Involves: Full-time care for a child or sibling group moving from residential careProviding stability, routine, and reassurance within a nurturing homeSupporting the child’s emotional, behavioural, and social developmentWorking closely with social workers, therapists and other professionalsKeeping clear records and providing therapeutic, relationship-based care Helping children maintain family relationships through Family Time Who Can Apply to Become a Step-Forward Foster Carer?We welcome enquiries from individuals and/or couples who: Are aged 21 or over (with no upper age limit)Have the legal Right to Work in the United Kingdom (see definition below)Can provide full-time care for a child or children in their home (at least one carer must be present on a full-time basis if applying as a couple)Have a spare bedroom or bedrooms that can be dedicated to fosteringIdeally have experience supporting children, young people, or adults, particularly those with complex needs or challenging behaviours Do You Have the Right to Work in the United Kingdom?To foster, you must be allowed to work in the United Kingdom. This includes: British or Irish citizensPeople settled or pre-settled under the European Union Settlement SchemeThose with certain visas or indefinite leave to remainAnyone with the right to live and work in the United Kingdom Please Note: You will need to show original documents before you can begin your application to foster.What you can expect as a Step-Forward Foster Carer with Cheshire East Council: In recognition of the complexity and level of commitment required, £52,000 per annum (£1,000 per week) will be paid, with a 50% retainer payable pre-placement.Weekly age-related fostering allowance for the child*Payment for birthday, holiday and religious/cultural celebration*50% skill-based retainer paid from date of approval until child placed Additionally, you will receive access to: Specialist therapeutic training tailored to your experienceOther benefits and discounts such as access to Blue Light Card & FosterTalk24/7 wraparound support & 14-nights of funded respite each year *In-line with age related DFE rates and weekly payment increased annually in line with inflationTake the First Step into Step-Forward Fostering with Cheshire East Council This is your chance to change a young person’s life and experience the profound reward of knowing you helped them believe in their future.This initiative forms part of regional Foster4 recruitment.Please Note: Progression is subject to background checks, assessment, and full fostering panel approval.
Title: Step-Forward Foster Carer – Make a Real Difference to a Young Person’s LifeLocation: Cheshire... Title: Step-Forward Foster Carer – Make a Real Difference to a Young Person’s LifeLocation: Cheshire EastEmployer: Cheshire East CouncilSalary: £1000 per week per child, plus additional payments for the child (child allowance, holidays, birthday and religious celebrations)Employment Type: Full-time | Self-employed Sector: Social Care | Education | HealthcareA Role That Changes LivesStep-Forward Fostering is a rewarding role that gives children leaving residential care the chance to move into a safe and nurturing home where they belong. As a Step-Forward Foster Carer with Cheshire East Council, you will welcome a child or sibling group into your home to live as part of your family, offering them stability, guidance and the consistency they need at a key time in their young lives.Many children will have experienced trauma, disruption or separation. By fostering with Cheshire East Council, you can help them remain close to their communities, schools, friends and extended family while building the skills and confidence to move forward.If you have experience supporting children, young people or adults, particularly those with complex or challenging needs, you may already have the qualities that matter most. Step-Forward Fostering allows you to apply your professional or personal skills within your home, helping children experience the security and belonging of family life.You will be supported at every stage, with specialist training, regular supervision and guidance from social workers and therapists, alongside access to peer networks and a dedicated local fostering team.What the Role Involves: Full-time care for a child or sibling group moving from residential careProviding stability, routine, and reassurance within a nurturing homeSupporting the child’s emotional, behavioural, and social developmentWorking closely with social workers, therapists and other professionalsKeeping clear records and providing therapeutic, relationship-based care Helping children maintain family relationships through Family Time Who Can Apply to Become a Step-Forward Foster Carer?We welcome enquiries from individuals and/or couples who: Are aged 21 or over (with no upper age limit)Have the legal Right to Work in the United Kingdom (see definition below)Can provide full-time care for a child or children in their home (at least one carer must be present on a full-time basis if applying as a couple)Have a spare bedroom or bedrooms that can be dedicated to fosteringIdeally have experience supporting children, young people, or adults, particularly those with complex needs or challenging behaviours Do You Have the Right to Work in the United Kingdom?To foster, you must be allowed to work in the United Kingdom. This includes: British or Irish citizensPeople settled or pre-settled under the European Union Settlement SchemeThose with certain visas or indefinite leave to remainAnyone with the right to live and work in the United Kingdom Please Note: You will need to show original documents before you can begin your application to foster.What you can expect as a Step-Forward Foster Carer with Cheshire East Council: In recognition of the complexity and level of commitment required, £52,000 per annum (£1,000 per week) will be paid, with a 50% retainer payable pre-placement.Weekly age-related fostering allowance for the child*Payment for birthday, holiday and religious/cultural celebration*50% skill-based retainer paid from date of approval until child placed Additionally, you will receive access to: Specialist therapeutic training tailored to your experienceOther benefits and discounts such as access to Blue Light Card & FosterTalk24/7 wraparound support & 14-nights of funded respite each year *In-line with age related DFE rates and weekly payment increased annually in line with inflationTake the First Step into Step-Forward Fostering with Cheshire East Council This is your chance to change a young person’s life and experience the profound reward of knowing you helped them believe in their future.This initiative forms part of regional Foster4 recruitment.Please Note: Progression is subject to background checks, assessment, and full fostering panel approval.