JOB-20240911-c1c514b9Job Title: Band 6 Mental Health Practitioner – Young Persons Assessments Team S... JOB-20240911-c1c514b9Job Title: Band 6 Mental Health Practitioner – Young Persons Assessments Team Specialism: SMH – Nursing Location: Stalybridge, UK Salary: £26.00 per hourMental Health Practitioner within the Young Persons Assessments Team in Stalybridge, earning £26.00 per hour. This exciting ongoing locum opportunity offers both part-time and full-time flexibility, making it ideal for experienced mental health professionals looking to make a meaningful impact on the lives of young people. Working within a dedicated assessment team, you will undertake urgent and routine mental health assessments and contribute to the delivery of high-quality, person-centred care for young people with moderate to severe mental health needs.Locum work offers the perfect combination of flexibility, professional development, and rewarding clinical experience, allowing you to tailor your work around your lifestyle while continuing to build your expertise.Perks and benefits: Part Time / Full Time: Whether you're looking for a full-time position or a role that fits around other commitments, flexible options are available.Hourly Pay: Earn a competitive rate of £26.00 per hour, offering transparency and flexibility over your earnings.Flexible Working Hours: Choose from a variety of working patterns, including options such as 8am–6pm over four days, 8am–4pm, or 9am–6pm, helping you achieve the ideal work-life balance.Professional Development: Access ongoing learning opportunities and career development support to enhance your clinical skills and knowledge.Work-Life Balance: Benefit from flexible scheduling that allows you to balance work with personal commitments and interests.Supportive Team Environment: Join a collaborative multidisciplinary team committed to delivering excellent mental health care.Meaningful Impact: Play a key role in supporting young people through challenging periods and helping them achieve improved mental health outcomes. What you will do: Conduct urgent and routine mental health assessments for young people presenting with moderate to severe mental health needs.Gather, analyse, and evaluate information to inform clinical decision-making and risk management.Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary professionals to develop tailored care and intervention plans.Monitor and review the progress of young people, adapting care plans and interventions as required.Provide advice, education, and support to young people and their families or carers to promote understanding and recovery.Undertake risk assessments and implement appropriate safeguarding measures where necessary.Maintain accurate, timely, and professional clinical records in line with organisational and professional standards.Participate in team discussions, case reviews, and multidisciplinary meetings to ensure coordinated care delivery.Promote recovery-focused and person-centred approaches that support positive outcomes.Engage in continuous professional development and maintain up-to-date clinical knowledge and skills. Why StalybridgeStalybridge offers a fantastic balance between town and countryside living, providing an excellent quality of life for professionals seeking both career satisfaction and personal wellbeing. Surrounded by stunning landscapes while remaining well connected to Greater Manchester, Stalybridge boasts a welcoming community, excellent local amenities, and plenty of opportunities for outdoor recreation. It's a great place to build your career while enjoying a relaxed and rewarding lifestyle.Working with Sanctuary Personnel:Sanctuary Personnel is a trusted and award-winning agency for roles. With an ‘Excellent’ rating on Trustpilot from over 1,000 reviews and many prestigious industry awards, we are dedicated to finding you the best possible rates in roles that match your skills and experience.Apply nowTake the next step in your mental health career and join the Young Persons Assessments Team in Stalybridge with Sanctuary Personnel.
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Business Support Officer - Attendance and Children Out of School Team - Crewe, Cheshire - £13.56 Hou... Business Support Officer - Attendance and Children Out of School Team - Crewe, Cheshire - £13.56 Hourly - Full-timeEmbark on an exciting opportunity as a Business Support Officer in Crewe, Cheshire, earning £13.56 hourly. As part of the vibrant Attendance and Children Out of School Team, your role will be dynamic and impactful, serving as an integral support system. In this full-time position, you'll be at the forefront of helping students and schools through a myriad of administrative and organisational tasks.Perks and benefits:- Flexible work patterns often available, providing a great balance between work and life commitments.- Opportunity to gain unique experience and skills by supporting a diverse and impactful team.- Access to exclusive locum work networks, opening doors to future opportunities and career growth.- The perfect opportunity to build and enhance your professional portfolio in a distinguished role.- Enjoy the satisfaction of directly contributing to a service that supports education and children's well-being.What you will do:- Serve as the first point of contact for schools and parents with enquiries related to the service area, providing informative and appropriate responses.- Assist managers in the organisation of meetings, which includes distributing information, taking minutes, and following up on actions.- Respond to enquiries and requests for information from both internal and external sources in a timely and compliant manner, ensuring adherence to data protection procedures.- Undertake a range of administrative and financial duties, managing inboxes and performing IT-based tasks for various educational protocols and initiatives.- Attend meetings and contribute to drafting reports, helping maintain accurate records and ensuring follow-up actions are taken.- Act as the first contact for the Attendance and Children Out of School Team, ensuring cases are processed and prepared for allocation within agreed timescales.Crewe, Cheshire is not only a wonderful place to work but also offers a vibrant community and comfortable living. With its quaint charm and convenient amenities, Crewe provides a perfect balance between serene countryside and the hustle of town life. Join us and be part of a supportive and forward-thinking team in an engaging and inviting environment.Working with Seven Resourcing:At Seven Resourcing, we connect skilled professionals like you with top-tier roles. With over 3,000 ‘Excellent’ Trustpilot reviews and a reputation for award-winning service, we’re dedicated to securing competitive rates in roles tailored to your expertise. Let us help you find your next career move with confidence.
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’ve worked as an Occupational Therapist—helping individuals develop skills for daily living and independence then you may already have the patience, resilience, and understanding needed to become a Foster Carer.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.
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.
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’ve worked as an Occupational Therapist—helping individuals develop skills for daily living and independence then you may already have many of the qualities that make an excellent Foster Carer.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’ve worked as a family support worker, early help practitioner, or in child protection and safeguarding, you may already have the patience, resilience, and understanding needed to become a Foster Carer.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.