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Electrical Shift EngineerLocation: Middleton, Greater ManchesterSalary: £44,000 - £46,000 + Overtime... Electrical Shift EngineerLocation: Middleton, Greater ManchesterSalary: £44,000 - £46,000 + Overtime (OTE £50,000+)Shift Pattern: Rotating 6-2, 2-10, 10-6Job Role of the Electrical Shift Engineer A rare opportunity has become available for an Electrical Shift Engineer to join a well-established manufacturer at their highly automated production facility. Following significant investment into the site, including the introduction of advanced automation and robotic technology, this is an excellent opportunity for an engineer who enjoys working with modern manufacturing equipment in a fast-paced environment.As an Electrical Shift Engineer, you will be responsible for carrying out electrical maintenance, fault finding, and planned preventative maintenance across a range of automated production machinery. You will play a key role in maximising equipment reliability, reducing downtime, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives across the site.Sector – ManufacturingNon-Negotiable Requirements of the Electrical Shift Engineer Electrical maintenance experience within an industrial manufacturing environment. Hands-on experience with planned preventative maintenance, reactive maintenance, and breakdown response. Ability to work independently and confidently manage workloads on shift. Requirements for the Electrical Shift Engineer Strong electrical fault-finding and diagnostic skills. NVQ Level 2 or above in an Engineering discipline. Experience with PLC fault finding. Knowledge of motors, drives, sensors, inverters, conveyors, pneumatic systems, and automated machinery. Experience working within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. The Electrical Shift Engineer Will Benefit From Working for a market-leading manufacturing business. Competitive salary of £44,000 - £46,000 including shift allowance. Excellent overtime rates (1.5x Saturday, 2x Sunday). Pension scheme. Life assurance. 25 days holiday plus bank holidays. Ongoing training and development opportunities. Exposure to modern automation and robotic technology. Long-term career stability within a growing business. If you are interested in this role and feel that you have the right skills, then please click apply at the bottom of this advert.For further details contact Nathan Lock at Pioneer Selection.As a registered candidate with Pioneer Selection Ltd, you automatically become eligible for our referral scheme.You will receive £250 for every candidate we place in permanent employment who has been recommended by you. Terms and Conditions apply – please see our website for further details.

Could this be your most rewarding role yet?To view this advert in Welsh, please click here.Could thi... Could this be your most rewarding role yet?To view this advert in Welsh, please click here.Could this be your most rewarding role yet?Transitions Foster Carer – Youth WorkerJob Title: Specialist Foster Carer (Ideal for Youth Workers) Location: Within 20 miles of Haslingden & Rossendale, Lancashire Organisation: Foster Wales Flintshire Salary: £50,000 annual support package + additional allowances (see below) Contract Type: Full-time (Flexible, home-based) Sector: Children & Families / Youth Work / Care / Wellbeing Are you a Youth Worker ready to take your skills to the next level?You already support young people with their growth, challenges, and emotional wellbeing. Now, you can apply those skills where they’re needed most—by offering a safe, nurturing home to a child who just needs the right environment to thrive.Foster Wales Flintshire is looking for committed individuals near Haslingden and Rossendale to become foster carers for children who are already doing well in their communities—but need stability to continue their journey.If you’ve worked in youth clubs, mentoring, outreach programmes, or community settings, your experience could make a lasting impact. About the RoleThis role focuses on supporting young people moving from residential care or other high-support settings into a family environment. These children may have experienced challenges in the past, but they’re now settled in school and within their communities.You would welcome a child or young person into your home, supporting them full-time as part of your own family life—with ongoing training and support provided every step of the way. We’re Looking For Individuals or Couples Who: Have experience in youth work, childcare, education, or support rolesCan offer a full-time, stable and nurturing home environmentHave a spare bedroomHold a full UK driving licenceAre open to training, teamwork, and ongoing personal developmentIdeally don’t have children under 16 living at home (but each case is considered individually) What You’ll ReceiveFinancial Support: £50,000 annual support packageWeekly fostering allowance up to £258.79 (approx. £13,453 per year)Additional allowances (up to £1,035) for birthdays, holidays and Christmas Support & Development: Personal support from a Foster Wales Flintshire team memberAccess to a dedicated “buddy” carer for hands-on helpSpecialist training (including child development and trauma-informed care)Peer support and well-being groups Other Benefits: 50% discount on Council TaxBlue Light Card for discounts nationwideMembership to The Fostering NetworkAccess to the Mockingbird family model (where available)Recognition through the CareFriends rewards app Why Foster with Foster Wales Flintshire?We’re not a private agency—we’re your local authority fostering team. That means we prioritise children, not profit. Every decision and every penny is used to support children and carers directly.As a youth worker, you already bring empathy, guidance, and resilience. With our support, you can transform a child’s life—and your own. 

Could this be your most rewarding role yet?Transitions Foster Carer – Nursery PractitionerJob Title:... Could this be your most rewarding role yet?Transitions Foster Carer – Nursery PractitionerJob Title: Specialist Foster Carer (Ideal for Nursery Practitioners) Location: Rossendale Organisation: Foster Wales Flintshire Salary: £50,000 annual support package + additional allowances (see below) Contract Type: Full-time (Flexible, home-based) Sector: Children & Families / Early Years / Care / WellbeingTo foster in the UK, you must meet all of the following requirements: Be 21 years of age or overHave a spare, dedicated bedroom in your homeHave experience supporting children, young people, or vulnerable adults (professionally or personally)Be a British citizen or hold Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) in the UK Important – Visa StatusWe are unable to accept applications from individuals who hold: EU Settled or Pre-Settled StatusGraduate visasSkilled Worker visasStudent visasHealth & Care Worker visasSpouse VisaAny other temporary or time-limited visa Fostering requires permanent residency status in the UK.If you do not meet all of the above criteria, please do not apply, as your application will not be progressed Are you a Nursery Practitioner ready to take your skills to the next level?You already support children with their development, routines, and emotional wellbeing. Now, you can apply those skills where they’re needed most—by offering a safe, nurturing home to a child who just needs the right environment to thrive.Foster Wales Flintshire is looking for committed individuals near Haslingden and Rossendale to become foster carers for children who are already doing well in their communities—but need stability to continue their journey.If you’ve worked in nurseries, preschools, or early years settings, your experience could make a lasting impact. About the RoleThis role focuses on supporting young people moving from residential care or other high-support settings into a family environment. These children may have experienced challenges in the past, but they’re now settled in school and within their communities.You would welcome a child or young person into your home, supporting them full-time as part of your own family life—with ongoing training and support provided every step of the way. We’re Looking For Individuals or Couples Who: Have experience in early years, childcare, or youth supportCan offer a full-time, stable and nurturing home environmentHave a spare bedroomHold a full UK driving licenceAre open to training, teamwork, and ongoing personal developmentIdeally don’t have children under 16 living at home (but each case is considered individually) What You’ll ReceiveFinancial Support: £50,000 annual support packageWeekly fostering allowance up to £258.79 (approx. £13,453 per year)Additional allowances (up to £1,035) for birthdays, holidays and Christmas Support & Development: Personal support from a Foster Wales Flintshire team memberAccess to a dedicated “buddy” carer for hands-on helpSpecialist training (including child development and trauma-informed care)Peer support and well-being groups Other Benefits: 50% discount on Council TaxBlue Light Card for discounts nationwideMembership to The Fostering NetworkAccess to the Mockingbird family model (where available)Recognition through the CareFriends rewards app Why Foster with Foster Wales Flintshire?We’re not a private agency—we’re your local authority fostering team. That means we prioritise children, not profit. Every decision and every penny is used to support children and carers directly.As a nursery practitioner, you already bring nurturing care, structure, and resilience. With our support, you can transform a child’s life—and your own. Apply NowYou’ve already supported children in early years settings. Now, help a young person find a place to belong.If you live near Haslingden or Rossendale and want to explore becoming a foster carer, we’d love to hear from you.

Could this be your most rewarding role yet?To view this advert in Welsh, please click here.Job Title... Could this be your most rewarding role yet?To view this advert in Welsh, please click here.Job Title: Transitions Foster Carer Location: Based within 20 miles of Haslingden & Rossendale, Lancashire Organisation: Foster Wales Flintshire Salary: £50,000 annual support package + allowances (see below) Contract Type: Full-time (Flexible, home-based) Sector: Children & Families / Education / Care / WellbeingTo foster in the UK, you must meet all of the following requirements: Be 21 years of age or overHave a spare, dedicated bedroom in your homeHave experience supporting children, young people, or vulnerable adults (professionally or personally)Be a British citizen or hold Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) in the UK Important – Visa StatusWe are unable to accept applications from individuals who hold: EU Settled or Pre-Settled StatusGraduate visasSkilled Worker visasStudent visasHealth & Care Worker visasSpouse VisaAny other temporary or time-limited visa Fostering requires permanent residency status in the UK.If you do not meet all of the above criteria, please do not apply, as your application will not be progressed Could you support a child to build meaningful connections in Lancashire? Some children in care are already settled - in their schools, their routines, and their friendships. What they need now is a home that helps them stay right where they are.Foster Wales Flintshire is looking for Transitions Foster Carers living in or near Haslingden and Rossendale to provide care for young people who are already thriving in those communities.If you’ve supported children or young people in roles like teaching, youth work, criminal justice, residential or health care, then this could be the next step in your career.We are looking for individuals who can use their skills to provide continuity, belonging, and stability for a young person who just needs the right home to keep moving forward.About the RoleTransitions Fostering supports young people who are stepping down from residential care or other high-support settings. These children have often faced disruption but are now beginning to settle into education and community life.We are seeking carers within 20 miles of Haslingden and Rossendale to ensure these children can remain in their current schools and support networks.This is not a shift-based carer role - you’ll be welcoming a young person into your own home, becoming their full-time foster parent.You will need to be committed to offering consistent support, stability, and care as part of family life and you’ll be supported every step of the way by Foster Wales Flintshire.What We’re Looking ForWe’re looking for individuals or couples who: Have personal or professional experience supporting children or young peopleCan offer a full-time, nurturing home environmentHave a spare bedroomHold a full UK driving licenceAre open to learning, reflection, and working with a supportive team We generally ask that you don’t have children under 16 living at home, though every situation is considered individually during the matching process.What You’ll ReceiveFinancial Support: £50,000 annual financial support packageWeekly fostering allowance up to £258.79 (equivalent to £13,453 annually)Additional annual allowances (up to £1,035) for birthdays, holidays, and Christmas Practical Support: Dedicated support from the Foster Wales Flintshire teamA linked Transitions Support Foster Carer for hands-on helpSpecialist training and therapeutic learning opportunitiesPeer support groups and wellbeing activities Extra Benefits: Membership to The Fostering NetworkAccess to the Mockingbird support model (where available)50% Council Tax discountBlue Light Card for nationwide discountsRewards and recognition through the CareFriends app Why Foster with Foster Wales Flintshire?We’re not a private agency. We’re a local authority fostering team. That means we focus on what matters, children, families, and community. Every penny and every decision go into doing what’s right by those we support.You’ll be joining a close-knit team that values relationships, trusts your experience, and supports you as you build a brighter future for a young person leaving residential care.Apply NowYou’ve already made a difference. Now, make it last. If you live in or near Haslingden or Rossendale and want to explore whether Transitions Fostering with Foster Wales Flintshire is right for you, we’d love to hear from you.

Step Forward into a Role That Changes a Child’s Future. Become a Foster Carer.Step-Forward Foster Ca... Step Forward into a Role That Changes a Child’s Future. Become a Foster Carer.Step-Forward Foster Carer – BuryEmployer: Bury Council Location: Within 20-miles of Bury Salary: £1,029 per week per child, plus allowances and additional benefits Sector: Social Care | Education | HealthcareCould Fostering be your Natural Next Step?If you’ve worked as a Registered Nurse, you already understand how important compassion, resilience, and emotional support are when caring for people during challenging times. The same skills you use to provide reassurance, advocate for others, and support wellbeing could make a life-changing difference to a child in your own home.Every child deserves a stable home where they know that they matter. Right now, some children and young people in and around Bury are living in residential care or away from their local community after experiencing trauma, loss, or instability. What they need now is a caring home where life feels calmer, more predictable, and full of possibility again.This type of specialist fostering is not about perfection. It’s about creating steady routines, offering reassurance, and being there for a child every day, even when things feel difficult or uncertain. If you have supported children or young people with complex or challenging behaviours, whether through your work or personal experience, you will know how powerful consistency, patience, and trust can be in helping someone feel secure and confident enough to move forward.With the right training and support around you, you can help give a child the stability they need, help them to build stronger relationships, and ultimately, move towards a more positive future.What the Role Involves:This specialist fostering role requires you to welcome a child or young person into your home and support them as part of your family. This is a full-time role where you will provide day-to-day care as the child’s primary carer. 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 careHelping 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 Bury: Enhanced fee of up to £53,308 per year (£1,029 per week) once a child is placedWeekly age-related fostering allowance for the child*Allowances for birthday, holiday and religious/cultural celebration*Adjustment fee paid for two weeks following the end of a placementRetainer fee for up to four weeks per year when between placements50% Council Tax reduction Additionally, you will receive access to: A dedicated Supervising Social Worker and 24/7 out of hours supportSpecialist therapeutic training and ongoing professional developmentFoster Carer support groups, buddy scheme, and peer networkMembership to The Fostering Network for advice, training, and advocacyDiscount schemes including Blue Light Card and Max Card Could This Be You?We are looking for individuals or couples who: Live within 20-miles of BuryCan provide at least one dedicated spare bedroom for fosteringHave experience supporting children or adults with complex or additional needs, whether through roles such as Registered Nurse or similar (a relevant qualification is desirable)Are resilient, nurturing, and committed to learning and reflectingCan provide full-time care (at least one person at home)Have a full driving licence and access to a suitable vehicle Please note: Fostering is classed as a self-employed role. You will manage your own tax affairs and maintain the necessary records for the role.Take the First StepThis is not just a role. It is a chance to change what a child’s future can look like.To offer stability where there has been uncertainty. To create belonging where there has been separation. And to be the consistent presence that helps a child begin to heal and grow.If this feels like something you could do, Bury Council would love to hear from you.

Step Forward into a Role That Changes a Child’s Future. Become a Foster Carer.Step-Forward Foster Ca... Step Forward into a Role That Changes a Child’s Future. Become a Foster Carer.Step-Forward Foster Carer – BuryEmployer: Bury Council Location: Within 20-miles of Bury Salary: £1,029 per week per child, plus allowances and additional benefits Sector: Social Care | Education | HealthcareCould Fostering be your Natural Next Step?If you’ve worked as a Healthcare Assistant (HCA) or Support Worker, you already understand how important patience, compassion, and consistency are when supporting people through challenging times. The same qualities that help you provide reassurance, routine, and emotional support in your role could make a life-changing difference to a child.Every child deserves a stable home where they know that they matter. Right now, some children and young people in and around Bury are living in residential care or away from their local community after experiencing trauma, loss, or instability. What they need now is a caring home where life feels calmer, more predictable, and full of possibility again.This type of specialist fostering is not about perfection. It’s about creating steady routines, offering reassurance, and being there for a child every day, even when things feel difficult or uncertain. If you have supported children, young people, or adults with complex or challenging behaviours, whether through your work or personal experience, you will know how powerful consistency, patience, and trust can be in helping someone feel secure and confident enough to move forward.With the right training and support around you, you can help give a child the stability they need, help them to build stronger relationships, and ultimately, move towards a more positive future.What the Role Involves:This specialist fostering role requires you to welcome a child or young person into your home and support them as part of your family. This is a full-time role where you will provide day-to-day care as the child’s primary carer. 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 careHelping 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 Bury: Enhanced fee of up to £53,308 per year (£1,029 per week) once a child is placedWeekly age-related fostering allowance for the child*Allowances for birthday, holiday and religious/cultural celebration*Adjustment fee paid for two weeks following the end of a placementRetainer fee for up to four weeks per year when between placements50% Council Tax reduction Additionally, you will receive access to: A dedicated Supervising Social Worker and 24/7 out of hours supportSpecialist therapeutic training and ongoing professional developmentFoster Carer support groups, buddy scheme, and peer networkMembership to The Fostering Network for advice, training, and advocacyDiscount schemes including Blue Light Card and Max Card Could This Be You?We are looking for individuals or couples who: Live within 20-miles of BuryCan provide at least one dedicated spare bedroom for fosteringHave experience supporting children or adults with complex or additional needs, whether through roles such as Healthcare Assistant, Support Worker, or similar (a relevant qualification is desirable)Are resilient, nurturing, and committed to learning and reflectingCan provide full-time care (at least one person at home)Have a full driving licence and access to a suitable vehicle Please note: Fostering is classed as a self-employed role. You will manage your own tax affairs and maintain the necessary records for the role.Take the First StepThis is not just a role. It is a chance to change what a child’s future can look like.To offer stability where there has been uncertainty. To create belonging where there has been separation. And to be the consistent presence that helps a child begin to heal and grow.If this feels like something you could do, Bury Council would love to hear from you.

Step Forward into a Role That Changes a Child’s Future. Become a Foster Carer.Step-Forward Foster Ca... Step Forward into a Role That Changes a Child’s Future. Become a Foster Carer.Step-Forward Foster Carer – BuryEmployer: Bury Council Location: Within 20-miles of Bury Salary: £1,029 per week per child, plus allowances and additional benefits Sector: Social Care | Education | HealthcareCould Fostering be your Natural Next Step?If you’ve worked as a Teacher or Teaching Assistant, you already understand how important structure, patience, and emotional support are in helping children thrive. The same qualities that help you build confidence, manage behaviour, and support development in the classroom could make a life-changing difference to a child.Every child deserves a stable home where they know that they matter. Right now, some children and young people in and around Bury are living in residential care or away from their local community after experiencing trauma, loss, or instability. What they need now is a caring home where life feels calmer, more predictable, and full of possibility again.This type of specialist fostering is not about perfection. It’s about creating steady routines, offering reassurance, and being there for a child every day, even when things feel difficult or uncertain. If you have supported children or young people with complex or challenging behaviours, whether through your work or personal experience, you will know how powerful consistency, patience, and trust can be in helping someone feel secure and confident enough to move forward.With the right training and support around you, you can help give a child the stability they need, help them to build stronger relationships, and ultimately, move towards a more positive future.What the Role Involves:This specialist fostering role requires you to welcome a child or young person into your home and support them as part of your family. This is a full-time role where you will provide day-to-day care as the child’s primary carer. 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 careHelping 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 Bury: Enhanced fee of up to £53,308 per year (£1,029 per week) once a child is placedWeekly age-related fostering allowance for the child*Allowances for birthday, holiday and religious/cultural celebration*Adjustment fee paid for two weeks following the end of a placementRetainer fee for up to four weeks per year when between placements50% Council Tax reduction Additionally, you will receive access to: A dedicated Supervising Social Worker and 24/7 out of hours supportSpecialist therapeutic training and ongoing professional developmentFoster Carer support groups, buddy scheme, and peer networkMembership to The Fostering Network for advice, training, and advocacyDiscount schemes including Blue Light Card and Max Card Could This Be You?We are looking for individuals or couples who: Live within 20-miles of BuryCan provide at least one dedicated spare bedroom for fosteringHave experience supporting children or adults with complex or additional needs, whether through roles such as Teacher, Teaching Assistant, or similar (a relevant qualification is desirable)Are resilient, nurturing, and committed to learning and reflectingCan provide full-time care (at least one person at home)Have a full driving licence and access to a suitable vehicle Please note: Fostering is classed as a self-employed role. You will manage your own tax affairs and maintain the necessary records for the role.Take the First StepThis is not just a role. It is a chance to change what a child’s future can look like.To offer stability where there has been uncertainty. To create belonging where there has been separation. And to be the consistent presence that helps a child begin to heal and grow.If this feels like something you could do, Bury Council would love to hear from you.

Could this be your most rewarding role yet?To view this advert in Welsh, please click here.Could thi... Could this be your most rewarding role yet?To view this advert in Welsh, please click here.Could this be your most rewarding role yet?Job Title: Specialist Foster Carer (Ideal for Early Years Professionals) Location: Within 20 miles of Haslingden & Rossendale, Lancashire Organisation: Foster Wales Flintshire Salary: £50,000 annual support package + additional allowances (see below) Contract Type: Full-time (Flexible, home-based) Sector: Early Years / Child Development / Care / WellbeingTo foster in the UK, you must meet all of the following requirements: Be 21 years of age or overHave a spare, dedicated bedroom in your homeHave experience supporting children, young people, or vulnerable adults (professionally or personally)Be a British citizen or hold Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) in the UK Important – Visa StatusWe are unable to accept applications from individuals who hold: EU Settled or Pre-Settled StatusGraduate visasSkilled Worker visasStudent visasHealth & Care Worker visasSpouse VisaAny other temporary or time-limited visa Fostering requires permanent residency status in the UK.If you do not meet all of the above criteria, please do not apply, as your application will not be progressed Are you an Early Years Professional ready to create lasting impact? You already help young children learn, grow, and feel secure during the most important stages of their lives. Now, you can use your experience to support a child who needs a stable, loving home to keep thriving.Foster Wales Flintshire is looking for dedicated individuals near Haslingden and Rossendale to become foster carers for children who are already settled in their schools and communities—but who need the right home to stay on track.If you’ve worked in nurseries, pre-schools, reception classrooms, or family support settings, your understanding of early development, emotional regulation, and routine makes you an ideal fit. About the Role This role involves caring for children and young people who are moving on from residential or high-support settings and beginning to thrive in school and the community.You’ll offer them a full-time, nurturing home, becoming their primary carer. With full support and ongoing training, you’ll help them build on their progress, while creating a warm and stable family life. We’re Looking For Individuals or Couples Who: Have professional experience in early years care, education, or development Can offer a full-time, supportive home environment Have a spare bedroom Hold a full UK driving licence Are open to therapeutic training and reflective practice Ideally don’t have children under 16 at home (though each application is reviewed individually) What You’ll Receive Financial Package: £50,000 annual support package Weekly fostering allowance up to £258.79 (approx. £13,453 per year) Additional annual allowances up to £1,035 (for birthdays, holidays and Christmas) Support & Training: A dedicated social worker from Foster Wales Flintshire A linked foster carer for hands-on mentoring Specialist therapeutic and trauma-informed training Peer support groups and well-being activities Added Benefits: 50% Council Tax discount Blue Light Card for national discounts Membership to The Fostering Network Access to the Mockingbird support model (where available) Rewards and recognition through the CareFriends app Why Foster with Foster Wales Flintshire? We’re a not-for-profit, local authority fostering team focused entirely on children—not profit. Every decision and every penny goes directly toward better outcomes for young people and those who care for them.As an Early Years Professional, you already know how to support children through change, encourage emotional growth, and build strong routines. With our support, you can make a lifelong difference. Apply Now You’ve nurtured children through their earliest steps. Now, help a child take their next one. If you live near Haslingden or Rossendale and want to explore becoming a foster carer, we’d love to hear from you.

Could this be your most rewarding role yet?To view this advert in Welsh, please click here.Could thi... Could this be your most rewarding role yet?To view this advert in Welsh, please click here.Could this be your most rewarding role yet?Job Title: Specialist Foster Carer (Ideal for Teaching Assistants) Location: Within 20 miles of Haslingden & Rossendale, Lancashire Organisation: Foster Wales Flintshire Salary: £50,000 annual support package + additional allowances (see below) Contract Type: Full-time (Flexible, home-based) Sector: Children & Families / Education / Care / WellbeingTo foster in the UK, you must meet all of the following requirements: Be 21 years of age or overHave a spare, dedicated bedroom in your homeHave experience supporting children, young people, or vulnerable adults (professionally or personally)Be a British citizen or hold Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) in the UK Important – Visa StatusWe are unable to accept applications from individuals who hold: EU Settled or Pre-Settled StatusGraduate visasSkilled Worker visasStudent visasHealth & Care Worker visasSpouse VisaAny other temporary or time-limited visa Fostering requires permanent residency status in the UK.If you do not meet all of the above criteria, please do not apply, as your application will not be progressed Are you a Teaching Assistant ready to take your skills to the next level?You already support children with their learning, routines, and emotional wellbeing. Now, you can apply those skills where they’re needed most—by offering a safe, nurturing home to a child who just needs the right environment to thrive.Foster Wales Flintshire is looking for committed individuals near Haslingden and Rossendale to become foster carers for children who are already doing well in their communities—but need stability to continue their journey.If you’ve worked in schools, classrooms, or supported children with learning and development, your experience could make a lasting impact. About the RoleThis role focuses on supporting young people moving from residential care or other high-support settings into a family environment. These children may have experienced challenges in the past, but they’re now settled in school and within their communities.You would welcome a child or young person into your home, supporting them full-time as part of your own family life—with ongoing training and support provided every step of the way. We’re Looking For Individuals or Couples Who: Have experience in childcare, education, or youth supportCan offer a full-time, stable and nurturing home environmentHave a spare bedroomHold a full UK driving licenceAre open to training, teamwork, and ongoing personal developmentIdeally don’t have children under 16 living at home (but each case is considered individually) What You’ll ReceiveFinancial Support: £50,000 annual support packageWeekly fostering allowance up to £258.79 (approx. £13,453 per year)Additional allowances (up to £1,035) for birthdays, holidays and Christmas Support & Development: Personal support from a Foster Wales Flintshire team memberAccess to a dedicated “buddy” carer for hands-on helpSpecialist training (including child development and trauma-informed care)Peer support and well-being groups Other Benefits: 50% discount on Council TaxBlue Light Card for discounts nationwideMembership to The Fostering NetworkAccess to the Mockingbird family model (where available)Recognition through the CareFriends rewards app Why Foster with Foster Wales Flintshire?We’re not a private agency—we’re your local authority fostering team. That means we prioritise children, not profit. Every decision and every penny is used to support children and carers directly.As a teaching assistant, you already bring patience, structure, and resilience. With our support, you can transform a child’s life—and your own. Apply NowYou’ve already shaped young lives. Now, help a young person find a place to belong.If you live near Haslingden or Rossendale and want to explore becoming a foster carer, we’d love to hear from you.

Step Forward into a Role That Changes a Child’s Future. Become a Foster Carer.Step-Forward Foster Ca... Step Forward into a Role That Changes a Child’s Future. Become a Foster Carer.Step-Forward Foster Carer – BuryEmployer: Bury Council Location: Within 20-miles of Bury Salary: £1,029 per week per child, plus allowances and additional benefits Sector: Social Care | Education | HealthcareCould Fostering be your Natural Next Step?If you’ve worked as a Nanny or Childminder, you already understand how important routine, patience, and nurturing care are in helping children feel safe and supported. The same qualities that help you create structure, build trust, and support development every day could make a life-changing difference to a child.Every child deserves a stable home where they know that they matter. Right now, some children and young people in and around Bury are living in residential care or away from their local community after experiencing trauma, loss, or instability. What they need now is a caring home where life feels calmer, more predictable, and full of possibility again.This type of specialist fostering is not about perfection. It’s about creating steady routines, offering reassurance, and being there for a child every day, even when things feel difficult or uncertain. If you have supported children or young people with complex or challenging behaviours, whether through your work or personal experience, you will know how powerful consistency, patience, and trust can be in helping someone feel secure and confident enough to move forward.With the right training and support around you, you can help give a child the stability they need, help them to build stronger relationships, and ultimately, move towards a more positive future.What the Role Involves:This specialist fostering role requires you to welcome a child or young person into your home and support them as part of your family. This is a full-time role where you will provide day-to-day care as the child’s primary carer. 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 careHelping 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 Bury: Enhanced fee of up to £53,308 per year (£1,029 per week) once a child is placedWeekly age-related fostering allowance for the child*Allowances for birthday, holiday and religious/cultural celebration*Adjustment fee paid for two weeks following the end of a placementRetainer fee for up to four weeks per year when between placements50% Council Tax reduction Additionally, you will receive access to: A dedicated Supervising Social Worker and 24/7 out of hours supportSpecialist therapeutic training and ongoing professional developmentFoster Carer support groups, buddy scheme, and peer networkMembership to The Fostering Network for advice, training, and advocacyDiscount schemes including Blue Light Card and Max Card Could This Be You?We are looking for individuals or couples who: Live within 20-miles of BuryCan provide at least one dedicated spare bedroom for fosteringHave experience supporting children or adults with complex or additional needs, whether through roles such as Nanny, Childminder, or similar (a relevant qualification is desirable)Are resilient, nurturing, and committed to learning and reflectingCan provide full-time care (at least one person at home)Have a full driving licence and access to a suitable vehicle Please note: Fostering is classed as a self-employed role. You will manage your own tax affairs and maintain the necessary records for the role.Take the First StepThis is not just a role. It is a chance to change what a child’s future can look like.To offer stability where there has been uncertainty. To create belonging where there has been separation. And to be the consistent presence that helps a child begin to heal and grow.If this feels like something you could do, Bury Council would love to hear from you.

Could this be your most rewarding role yet?To view this advert in Welsh, please click here.Could thi... Could this be your most rewarding role yet?To view this advert in Welsh, please click here.Could this be your most rewarding role yet?Transitions Foster Carer – SEN Teaching AssistantJob Title: Specialist Foster Carer (Ideal for SEN Teaching Assistants) Location: Within 20 miles of Haslingden & Rossendale, Lancashire Organisation: Foster Wales Flintshire Salary: £50,000 annual support package + additional allowances (see below) Contract Type: Full-time (Flexible, home-based) Sector: Children & Families / Education / Care / Wellbeing Are you an SEN Teaching Assistant ready to take your skills to the next level?You already support children with their learning, additional needs, and emotional wellbeing. Now, you can apply those skills where they’re needed most—by offering a safe, nurturing home to a child who just needs the right environment to thrive.Foster Wales Flintshire is looking for committed individuals near Haslingden and Rossendale to become foster carers for children who are already doing well in their communities—but need stability to continue their journey.If you’ve worked as an SEN teaching assistant, in classrooms, or providing one-to-one or small-group support for children with additional needs, your experience could make a lasting impact. About the RoleThis role focuses on supporting young people moving from residential care or other high-support settings into a family environment. These children may have experienced challenges in the past, but they’re now settled in school and within their communities.You would welcome a child or young person into your home, supporting them full-time as part of your own family life—with ongoing training and support provided every step of the way. We’re Looking For Individuals or Couples Who: Have experience in SEN support, education, childcare, or youth workCan offer a full-time, stable and nurturing home environmentHave a spare bedroomHold a full UK driving licenceAre open to training, teamwork, and ongoing personal developmentIdeally don’t have children under 16 living at home (but each case is considered individually) What You’ll ReceiveFinancial Support: £50,000 annual support packageWeekly fostering allowance up to £258.79 (approx. £13,453 per year)Additional allowances (up to £1,035) for birthdays, holidays and Christmas Support & Development: Personal support from a Foster Wales Flintshire team memberAccess to a dedicated “buddy” carer for hands-on helpSpecialist training (including child development and trauma-informed care)Peer support and well-being groups Other Benefits: 50% discount on Council TaxBlue Light Card for discounts nationwideMembership to The Fostering NetworkAccess to the Mockingbird family model (where available)Recognition through the CareFriends rewards app Why Foster with Foster Wales Flintshire?We’re not a private agency—we’re your local authority fostering team. That means we prioritise children, not profit. Every decision and every penny is used to support children and carers directly.As an SEN teaching assistant, you already bring patience, creativity, and resilience. With our support, you can transform a child’s life—and your own. Apply NowYou’ve already supported children with additional needs. Now, help a young person find a place to belong.If you live near Haslingden or Rossendale and want to explore becoming a foster carer, we’d love to hear from you. 

Could this be your most rewarding role yet? Transitions Foster Carer – RossendaleJob Title: Transiti... Could this be your most rewarding role yet? Transitions Foster Carer – RossendaleJob Title: Transitions Foster Carer Location: Rossendale Salary: £50,000 annual support package + additional allowances (see below) Contract Type: Full-time (Flexible, home-based) Sector: Children & Families / Care / Wellbeing / Social Support Are you ready to make a lasting difference in a young person’s life? As a Transitions Foster Carer, you’ll provide a safe, stable home for a young person moving on from residential care or other high-support settings. You’ll help them take positive steps forward — offering guidance, understanding, and the consistency they need to thrive.Foster Wales Flintshire is looking for compassionate, resilient individuals or couples near Haslingden and Rossendale to become foster carers for children who are already doing well in their communities but need stability to continue their journey. Your experience supporting, mentoring, or caring for others could make a life-changing impact. About the RoleThis role focuses on helping young people aged 11–18 transition from residential care into a nurturing family environment. These children may have faced challenges in the past but are now ready to grow and achieve with the right support.You’ll welcome a young person into your home and support them full-time as part of your family — with continuous training and dedicated professional guidance every step of the way. We’re Looking For Individuals or Couples Who: Have experience working with children, young people, or vulnerable individualsCan offer a full-time, stable and nurturing home environmentHave a spare bedroomHold a full UK driving licenceAre open to training, teamwork, and ongoing personal developmentIdeally don’t have children under 16 living at home (but each case is considered individually) What You’ll ReceiveFinancial Support: £50,000 annual support packageWeekly fostering allowance up to £258.79 (approx. £13,453 per year)Additional allowances (up to £1,035) for birthdays, holidays and Christmas Support & Development: Personal support from a Foster Wales Flintshire team memberAccess to a dedicated “buddy” carer for hands-on helpSpecialist training (including child development and trauma-informed care)Peer support and well-being groups Other Benefits: 50% discount on Council TaxBlue Light Card for discounts nationwideMembership to The Fostering NetworkAccess to the Mockingbird family model (where available)Recognition through the CareFriends rewards app Why Foster with Foster Wales Flintshire?We’re not a private agency — we’re your local authority fostering team. That means we prioritise children, not profit. Every decision and every penny goes directly towards supporting young people and foster carers.As a Transitions Foster Carer, you’ll bring empathy, structure, and resilience — and with our wraparound support, you’ll help a young person build a better future while enriching your own life. Apply NowYou’ve got the compassion and commitment to make a difference. Now, help a young person find stability and belonging.If you live near Haslingden or Rossendale and want to explore becoming a Transitions Foster Carer, we’d love to hear from you.

Step Forward into a Role That Changes a Child’s Future. Become a Foster Carer.Step-Forward Foster Ca... Step Forward into a Role That Changes a Child’s Future. Become a Foster Carer.Step-Forward Foster Carer – BuryEmployer: Bury Council Location: Within 20-miles of Bury Salary: £1,029 per week per child, plus allowances and additional benefits Sector: Social Care | Education | HealthcareCould Fostering be your Natural Next Step?If you’ve worked as a Midwife, you already understand how important reassurance, empathy, and supportive relationships are for families and children. The same skills you use to provide guidance, build trust, and support emotional wellbeing could make a life-changing difference to a child in your own home.Every child deserves a stable home where they know that they matter. Right now, some children and young people in and around Bury are living in residential care or away from their local community after experiencing trauma, loss, or instability. What they need now is a caring home where life feels calmer, more predictable, and full of possibility again.This type of specialist fostering is not about perfection. It’s about creating steady routines, offering reassurance, and being there for a child every day, even when things feel difficult or uncertain. If you have supported children or young people with complex or challenging behaviours, whether through your work or personal experience, you will know how powerful consistency, patience, and trust can be in helping someone feel secure and confident enough to move forward.With the right training and support around you, you can help give a child the stability they need, help them to build stronger relationships, and ultimately, move towards a more positive future.What the Role Involves:This specialist fostering role requires you to welcome a child or young person into your home and support them as part of your family. This is a full-time role where you will provide day-to-day care as the child’s primary carer. 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 careHelping 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 Bury: Enhanced fee of up to £53,308 per year (£1,029 per week) once a child is placedWeekly age-related fostering allowance for the child*Allowances for birthday, holiday and religious/cultural celebration*Adjustment fee paid for two weeks following the end of a placementRetainer fee for up to four weeks per year when between placements50% Council Tax reduction Additionally, you will receive access to: A dedicated Supervising Social Worker and 24/7 out of hours supportSpecialist therapeutic training and ongoing professional developmentFoster Carer support groups, buddy scheme, and peer networkMembership to The Fostering Network for advice, training, and advocacyDiscount schemes including Blue Light Card and Max Card Could This Be You?We are looking for individuals or couples who: Live within 20-miles of BuryCan provide at least one dedicated spare bedroom for fosteringHave experience supporting children or adults with complex or additional needs, whether through roles such as Midwife or similar (a relevant qualification is desirable)Are resilient, nurturing, and committed to learning and reflectingCan provide full-time care (at least one person at home)Have a full driving licence and access to a suitable vehicle Please note: Fostering is classed as a self-employed role. You will manage your own tax affairs and maintain the necessary records for the role.Take the First StepThis is not just a role. It is a chance to change what a child’s future can look like.To offer stability where there has been uncertainty. To create belonging where there has been separation. And to be the consistent presence that helps a child begin to heal and grow.If this feels like something you could do, Bury Council would love to hear from you.

Could this be your most rewarding role yet? Transitions Foster Carer – Family Support WorkerJob Titl... Could this be your most rewarding role yet? Transitions Foster Carer – Family Support WorkerJob Title: Specialist Foster Carer (Ideal for Family Support Workers) Location: Rossendale Salary: £50,000 annual support package + additional allowances (see below) Contract Type: Full-time (Flexible, home-based) Sector: Children & Families / Social Care / Wellbeing / Family Support Are you a Family Support Worker ready to take your experience to the next level? You already help families navigate challenges, build stability, and create nurturing environments — now you can apply those same skills where they’re needed most: by offering a safe, supportive home to a young person preparing for their next chapter.Foster Wales Flintshire is looking for compassionate, resilient individuals near Haslingden and Rossendale to become foster carers for children who are already doing well in their communities but need stability and consistent care to continue thriving. Your experience in supporting families and young people makes you ideally placed to make a lasting, life-changing difference. About the RoleThis role focuses on supporting young people aged 11–18 as they move from residential care or other high-support environments into a family-based setting. These young people may have faced challenges in the past but are now ready to continue building positive relationships and independence.You’ll welcome a young person into your home, supporting them full-time as part of your family — with comprehensive training, ongoing supervision, and wraparound support provided every step of the way. We’re Looking For Individuals or Couples Who: Have experience in family support, social care, or working with vulnerable young peopleCan offer a full-time, stable and nurturing home environmentHave a spare bedroomHold a full UK driving licenceAre open to training, teamwork, and ongoing personal developmentIdeally don’t have children under 16 living at home (but each case is considered individually) What You’ll ReceiveFinancial Support: £50,000 annual support packageWeekly fostering allowance up to £258.79 (approx. £13,453 per year)Additional allowances (up to £1,035) for birthdays, holidays and Christmas Support & Development: Personal support from a Foster Wales Flintshire team memberAccess to a dedicated “buddy” carer for hands-on helpSpecialist training (including child development and trauma-informed care)Peer support and well-being groups Other Benefits: 50% discount on Council TaxBlue Light Card for discounts nationwideMembership to The Fostering NetworkAccess to the Mockingbird family model (where available)Recognition through the CareFriends rewards app Why Foster with Foster Wales Flintshire?We’re not a private agency — we’re your local authority fostering team. That means we prioritise children, not profit. Every decision and every penny goes directly toward supporting children and carers.As a Family Support Worker, you already understand the power of stability, empathy, and consistency in helping young people thrive. With our dedicated training and 24/7 support, you can take that passion into your own home — transforming a child’s life and your own. Apply NowYou’ve already made a difference in families’ lives — now help a young person find the security and belonging they deserve.If you live near Haslingden or Rossendale and want to explore becoming a Transitions Foster Carer, we’d love to hear from you.

Could this be your most rewarding role yet?To view this advert in Welsh, please click here.Could thi... Could this be your most rewarding role yet?To view this advert in Welsh, please click here.Could this be your most rewarding role yet?Transitions Foster Carer – Residential Support WorkerJob Title: Specialist Foster Carer (Ideal for Residential Support Workers) Location: Within 20 miles of Haslingden & Rossendale, Lancashire Organisation: Foster Wales Flintshire Salary: £50,000 annual support package + additional allowances (see below) Contract Type: Full-time (Flexible, home-based) Sector: Children & Families / Social Care / WellbeingTo foster in the UK, you must meet all of the following requirements: Be 21 years of age or overHave a spare, dedicated bedroom in your homeHave experience supporting children, young people, or vulnerable adults (professionally or personally)Be a British citizen or hold Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) in the UK Important – Visa StatusWe are unable to accept applications from individuals who hold: EU Settled or Pre-Settled StatusGraduate visasSkilled Worker visasStudent visasHealth & Care Worker visasSpouse VisaAny other temporary or time-limited visa Fostering requires permanent residency status in the UK.If you do not meet all of the above criteria, please do not apply, as your application will not be progressed Are you a Residential Support Worker ready to take your skills to the next level?You already support young people with their care, routines, and emotional wellbeing. Now, you can apply those skills where they’re needed most—by offering a safe, nurturing home to a child who just needs the right environment to thrive.Foster Wales Flintshire is looking for committed individuals near Haslingden and Rossendale to become foster carers for children who are already doing well in their communities—but need stability to continue their journey.If you’ve worked in residential children’s homes, supported living, or similar care settings, your experience could make a lasting impact. About the RoleThis role focuses on supporting young people moving from residential care or other high-support settings into a family environment. These children may have experienced challenges in the past, but they’re now settled in school and within their communities.You would welcome a child or young person into your home, supporting them full-time as part of your own family life—with ongoing training and support provided every step of the way. We’re Looking For Individuals or Couples Who: Have experience in residential childcare, social care, or youth supportCan offer a full-time, stable and nurturing home environmentHave a spare bedroomHold a full UK driving licenceAre open to training, teamwork, and ongoing personal developmentIdeally don’t have children under 16 living at home (but each case is considered individually) What You’ll ReceiveFinancial Support: £50,000 annual support packageWeekly fostering allowance up to £258.79 (approx. £13,453 per year)Additional allowances (up to £1,035) for birthdays, holidays and Christmas Support & Development: Personal support from a Foster Wales Flintshire team memberAccess to a dedicated “buddy” carer for hands-on helpSpecialist training (including child development and trauma-informed care)Peer support and well-being groups Other Benefits: 50% discount on Council TaxBlue Light Card for discounts nationwideMembership to The Fostering NetworkAccess to the Mockingbird family model (where available)Recognition through the CareFriends rewards app Why Foster with Foster Wales Flintshire?We’re not a private agency—we’re your local authority fostering team. That means we prioritise children, not profit. Every decision and every penny is used to support children and carers directly.As a residential support worker, you already bring empathy, resilience, and practical care experience. With our support, you can transform a child’s life—and your own. Apply NowYou’ve already cared for young people in residential settings. Now, help a young person find a place to belong.If you live near Haslingden or Rossendale and want to explore becoming a foster carer, we’d love to hear from you.