Could this be your most rewarding role yet?
Transitions Foster Carer – Social Worker
Job Title: Specialist Foster Carer (Ideal for Social Workers)
Location: Rossendale
Salary: £50,000 annual support package + additional allowances (see below)
Contract Type: Full-time (Flexible, home-based)
Sector: Children & Families / Social Care / Wellbeing
Are you a Social Worker ready to take your experience in supporting young people to a truly life-changing level?
You already provide guidance, care, and advocacy for vulnerable children — now you can bring those skills into your own home, offering a stable and nurturing environment for a young person transitioning from residential care or other high-support settings.
Foster Wales Flintshire is looking for compassionate, resilient individuals near Haslingden and Rossendale to become foster carers for children who are already settled in their communities but need consistency, care, and guidance to continue thriving.
Your professional experience uniquely equips you to make a lasting, positive impact.
About the Role
This role focuses on supporting young people aged 11–18 as they transition from residential care into a family environment. These young people may have faced challenges in the past but are ready to grow, build confidence, and develop independence with consistent support.
You’ll welcome a child or young person into your home, supporting them full-time as part of your family — with comprehensive training, ongoing supervision, and professional guidance every step of the way.
We’re Looking For Individuals or Couples Who:
Have experience as a Social Worker or in a related child-focused role
Can offer a full-time, stable, and nurturing home environment
Have a spare bedroom
Hold a full UK driving licence
Are open to training, teamwork, and ongoing personal development
Ideally don’t have children under 16 living at home (but each case is considered individually)
What You’ll Receive
Financial Support:
£50,000 annual support package
Weekly fostering allowance up to £258.79 (approx. £13,453 per year)
Additional allowances (up to £1,035) for birthdays, holidays, and Christmas
Support & Development:
Personal support from a Foster Wales Flintshire team member
Access to a dedicated “buddy” carer for hands-on help
Specialist training (including child development and trauma-informed care)
Peer support and well-being groups
Other Benefits:
50% discount on Council Tax
Blue Light Card for discounts nationwide
Membership to The Fostering Network
Access to the Mockingbird family model (where available)
Recognition through the CareFriends rewards app
Why Foster with Foster Wales Flintshire?
We’re not a private agency — we’re your local authority fostering team. Every decision and every penny is used directly to support children and carers.
As a Social Worker, you already bring expertise in safeguarding, resilience, and advocacy. With our comprehensive training and support, you can help a young person thrive in a stable, nurturing environment while making a profound difference in your own life.
Apply Now
You’ve already dedicated your career to improving children’s lives — now help a young person transition from care to family life with stability and confidence.
If you live near Haslingden or Rossendale and want to explore becoming a Transitions Foster Carer, we’d love to hear from you