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 CBT practitioner—helping children and young people understand and manage their thoughts and feelings— 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.
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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.If you’ve worked in children’s homes, residential units, or supported accommodation, 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’ve worked as an Emotional Support Worker —supporting children and young people with their emotional health and resilience— 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’ve worked as a safeguarding officer, protecting vulnerable children and supporting families through difficult times, 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’ve worked as a Mental Health Practitioner—supporting individuals through mental health challenges— 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’ve worked as a youth worker—building trust with young people, supporting them through tough times, and helping them reach their potential— 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’ve worked as an Inclusion Support Worker—helping children access learning, overcome barriers, and feel included 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’ve worked as a SEN Practitioner—supporting children with special educational needs, tailoring learning approaches, and promoting emotional well-being— 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’ve worked as an Emotional Wellbeing Practitioner—supporting children and young people with their emotional health and resilience— 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’ve worked as a Parenting Support Worker—guiding families, strengthening parenting skills, and supporting children’s emotional and behavioural development— 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’ve worked as a Mental Health Nurse—supporting individuals with mental health needs and delivering compassionate care— 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’ve worked as a Speech and Language Therapist—supporting children with communication and language needs 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’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’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.
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 behaviour support assistant, helping young people manage emotions and overcome behavioural challenges in schools or care settings, 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 initiative forms part of regional Foster4 recruitment.Please Note: Progression is subject to background checks, assessment, and full fostering panel approval.