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Foster carer

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Shropshire Council

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United Kingdom , Shropshire

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Job Description:

Become a Foster Carer in Shropshire. Join Shropshire’s Biggest Family. Shropshire Fostering is seeking local people aged 21+ to provide foster care for children within our county. By fostering with us, you’ll keep Shropshire children together in Shropshire, providing them with love and stability.

Job Responsibility:

  • Provide foster care for children within Shropshire
  • Keep Shropshire children together in Shropshire
  • Provide love and stability

Requirements:

  • Aged 21+
  • Compassionate
  • Resilient
  • Have room in your home

Nice to have:

Prior fostering or significant childcare experience

What we offer:
  • Competitive rates of pay
  • Regular supervision and support
  • 24/7 duty number
  • Ongoing training
  • Additional financial incentives
  • Access to local fostering groups
  • Membership of the Fostering Network
  • Foster carer mentor scheme
  • Access to clinical supervision
  • Blue Light Card discounts
  • Children’s social worker is in the same building as the supervising social worker

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
December 12, 2025

Expiration:
December 31, 2026

Employment Type:
Fulltime
Work Type:
On-site work
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