Foster Carers

Salary

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Region

Rotherham

Job category/type

Care

Date posted

10/06/2026

Job reference

REQ23244

Could Fostering Fit Around Your Life? Become a Foster Carer with Fostering Rotherham

Have you ever thought about fostering but assumed you wouldn’t be eligible?

Perhaps you’re single. Maybe you rent your home. You might work full-time or think you need specific qualifications.

The truth is, foster carers come from all walks of life and many people are surprised to discover they could foster.

At Fostering Rotherham, we’re looking for caring, resilient people who can provide a safe, stable and nurturing home for local children and young people who cannot live with their birth families.

You could foster if you

• Are over 21 years old
• Have a spare bedroom or a room that would double up as a bedroom
• Have the time, patience and commitment to support a child or young person
• Want to make a positive difference in a child’s life

What you’ll receive

• A generous fostering allowance
• Comprehensive training and development opportunities
• Ongoing support from a dedicated supervising social worker
• Access to support groups and experienced foster carers
• Local support and advice

Why foster with Fostering Rotherham?

As a foster carer with Rotherham Council, you’ll help local children stay connected to their schools, friends, families and communities whenever possible. You’ll be part of a team committed to giving children the best possible start in life.

There are a variety of fostering opportunities available, including caring for children and young people on a long term basis, short term or Home from Home.

You don’t need to have all the answers. If you’ve ever wondered whether fostering could fit around your life, we’d love to hear from you.

Take the first step today and find out how you could make a lasting difference to a local child’s future.

Enquire now to learn more about becoming a foster carer with Fostering Rotherham. Visit our website www.fosteringrotherham.com to find out more. This post involves working with children and therefore if successful you will be required to apply for a disclosure of criminal records check at an enhanced level. Further information about the Disclosure Scheme can be found at www.gov.uk/disclosure-barring-service-check Rotherham Metropolitan Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults.