Could this be your most rewarding role yet? Transitions Foster Carer – Residential Support Worker

Job Title: Specialist Foster Carer (Ideal for Residential Support Workers) Location: Rossendale Salary: £50,000 annual support package + additional allowances (see below) Contract Type: Full-time (Flexible, home-based) Sector: Children & Families / Care / Wellbeing / Residential Support

Are you a Residential Support Worker ready to take your experience in care to a life-changing new level? You already support young people in residential or high-support settings, providing structure, guidance, and emotional support — now you can offer a stable, nurturing home for a young person transitioning into family life.

Foster Wales Flintshire is looking for compassionate, dedicated individuals near Haslingden and Rossendale to become foster carers for children and young people who are already settled in their communities but need consistency, care, and guidance to continue thriving. Your experience in residential care gives you the skills 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 setting. These young people may have faced challenges in the past but are ready to develop confidence, independence, and stability 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 provided every step of the way.

We’re Looking For Individuals or Couples Who:

Have experience as a Residential Support Worker or in similar care roles 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 Residential Support Worker, you already understand the importance of stability, structure, and empathy. With our training and ongoing support, you can help a young person thrive while making a lasting difference in your own life.

Apply Now

You’ve already made a difference in children’s lives — now help a young person transition from care to family life with confidence and support.

If you live near Haslingden or Rossendale and want to explore becoming a Transitions Foster Carer, we’d love to hear from you