Foster Carer

Empower Fostering is a small Independent Family Run Fostering Agency based in Taunton and operating across the southwest We have been rated Good in our last Ofsted inspection and the level of support to foster carers has been We are committed to providing bespoke packages that enable children to be placed in high quality caring foster If you have the space in your home and heart, then we urge anyone who is passionate about making a difference to children s lives to apply or to get in touch with our team for an informal

There are some common misconceptions about fostering:

• I am currently renting - You could still Foster
  
• Im on benefits - You could still Foster
  
• Im unemployed - You could still Foster
  
• Im disabled - You could still Foster
  
• I m single - You could still Foster
  
• I am in a same sex relationship - You could still Foster
  
• My children are still at home - You could still Foster
  
• I am retired -You could still Foster
  
• I have pets in my home - You could still Foster
  
• I can t afford to look after children - You are paid a Weekly allowance of between 400- 700 per week!
  

We receive hundreds of referrals from Bristol, Somerset, Devon, Torquay, Plymouth and Cornwall to name but a They are all in need of a loving and supportive homes for children and young

We welcome applications people from all social, economic, cultural and religious backgrounds who reflect the different cultures and diversity of young people that come into

We need Foster Carers in the Could this be you?

Foster carers are very important people, they are fully trained and supported as childcare Foster carers work closely with other professionals to provide high standards of care and be the childs Could you provide children with the opportunity to grow and develop in a loving, caring and stable environment where they can explore their interests and achieve their educational and life

Why should you Foster with us?

We are a family run independent fostering agency, founded by Foster Carers, so we have a unique insight into what Foster Carers We really do understand the rewards and challenges faced by Foster Carers and their We provide comprehensive, ongoing training and support, an experienced foster carer buddy to support you as you begin your fostering career, a 24/7 on call service, a foster carer support group, as well as events and activities for foster children, birth children and foster

Contact us today for an informal, no obligation chator enquire via our website

Salary: per week