At a Glance
- Tasks: Transform a child's life by providing full-time care and support in your home.
- Company: Join a dedicated local fostering team making a real difference in Bedford.
- Benefits: Earn £62,000 plus allowances, enjoy training, and receive 24/7 support.
- Other info: Flexible self-employment with opportunities for personal growth and community support.
- Why this job: Make a lasting impact on vulnerable young people and help them thrive.
- Qualifications: Experience with vulnerable individuals and a spare bedroom required.
The predicted salary is between 62000 - 62000 £ per year.
Ready for a Change? Use Your Skills to Transform a Child's Life.
Location: Bedford and surrounding areas
Salary: £62,000 per year (plus additional allowances)
Employment Type: Full-time | Self-employed
Requirements for Fostering in the UK
- Be 21 years of age or over
- Have a spare, dedicated bedroom in your home
- Have 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
Visa Status Restrictions
- EU Settled or Pre-Settled Status
- Graduate visas
- Skilled Worker visas
- Student visas
- Health & Care Worker visas
- Spouse Visa
- Any 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.
Why Become a Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carer
Every child deserves to feel safe, valued, and part of a family. Right now, young people in Bedford Borough are living in residential care and need someone who can help them take the next step into a stable home where they can heal and thrive. This role is not about providing a bed. It is about offering consistency, guidance, and the belief that life can get better.
As a Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carer, you will welcome a young person into your home and provide full‑time care, supported every step of the way by a dedicated local team.
What You Will Receive
- £62,000 per year plus £1,000 additional allowances for holidays and birthdays
- Up to 28 days respite each year
- Specialist trauma‑informed training and ongoing professional development
- Clinical supervision and 24/7 out‑of‑hours support
- Peer support networks, including access to the Mockingbird Constellation model
- Membership of The Fostering Network
- Be part of a local fostering team that knows and values its carers
Who We Are Looking For
- Live in Bedford or the surrounding area
- Can offer a dedicated bedroom for fostering a young person
- Have experience supporting vulnerable people, managing complex needs, or providing guidance to help individuals thrive in safe housing
- Are resilient, nurturing, and open to learning
- Can provide full‑time care (at least one person at home if applying as a couple)
- Ideally, have no children under 12 living at home. Exceptions may apply depending on the child's needs.
Note: Fostering requires you to register as self‑employed. You will be responsible for managing your own tax affairs and maintaining the necessary records related to the role.
This is your opportunity to use your housing officer skills in a way that truly matters. Apply now to speak with our team and take the first step toward becoming a Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carer for Bedford Borough.
Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carer - Housing Officer in Bedford employer: . Sanctuary Personnel Limited
Join us as a Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carer in Bedford, where you can make a profound difference in the lives of vulnerable young people. We offer a supportive work culture with comprehensive training, clinical supervision, and peer networks to ensure you thrive in your role. With a competitive salary and additional allowances, plus the opportunity for personal growth and community impact, this is more than just a job—it's a chance to transform lives.
Contact Details:
. Sanctuary Personnel Limited Recruitment Team
