Foster Carer

Have a spare room and a big heart? You could transform a child s life and your own.

We re Sparks Fostering, rated Outstanding for leadership by Ofsted, and we re looking for people across Ilford and surrounding counties who can provide a safe and supportive home to a child or young person.

You don t need special qualifications just a willingness to learn, a nurturing heart, and space in your home.

What We Offer:

Pay & Financial Support

• £500 £1000 + per week per child (current average fee is £750/week, including for newly approved carers)
• £1,500 approval bonus after panel
• £200 loyalty bonus every year you remain approved
• Two weeks paid respite per year
• Two weeks bridging payments to support gaps between placements
• Generous tax relief for foster carers

Grants & Extras

• Up to £300 child welcome grant for each new placement
• Up to £450 per child per year for birthdays & religious festivals
• Holiday grant up to £300 twice yearly per child
• £20+ per week saved for each child, paid to them when placement ends

Training & Ongoing Support

• Weekly 1:1 support from your social worker
• Additional weekly support per child
• Matching support from a dedicated support worker
• £50 per month training & events allowance
• Specialist training, first aid & de-escalation training
• Therapy, counselling & tuition for children fully funded

What You ll Do:

As a foster carer, you ll care for a child who cannot live with their birth family. Your role is to provide stability, safety, and love we provide everything else.

You ll attend training, work with a social worker, and be part of a supportive fostering team.

Requirements:

• A spare bedroom in your home
• Age 21 or older
• Based in England
• Willing to undertake a background check and assessment process
• Commitment to caring for children in need

Additional Benefits:

• Work from home

Next Steps:

Interested in finding out more?

- Click Apply Now!

We d love to hear from you even if you're just exploring your options.