Foster Carer - Restorative Justice Worker

Overview

Ready for a Change? Use Your Skills to Transform a Child s Life. Step Forward Foster Carer - Plymouth & Surrounding Areas.

Employer:

Sanctuary Personnel (in partnership with Plymouth City Council).

Location:

Plymouth & surrounding areas. Salary:
From £840 per week when a child is placed.

Employment Type:

Full-time | Self-employed. Sector:
Social Care | Youth Justice | Education.

Is it time to use your skills differently? Whether you ve worked in restorative justice—helping young people reflect, repair harm, and rebuild relationships—your experience could change a child s life in ways you never imagined. Right now, there s an urgent need for foster carers in Plymouth, especially for young people transitioning out of residential care. Through our Step Forward programme, you can provide the safety, consistency, and emotional support these children need to heal, grow and thrive.

This role is about more than providing a roof over a child s head, it s about offering them the stability, love, and security they need to rebuild their lives. It s a full-circle role that blends professional care with personal commitment, right in your own home.

• From £840 p/week (when a child is placed)
• Extra allowances for birthdays, holidays, and celebrations
• 100% Council Tax exemption (eligibility criteria applies)
• Up to 28-nights of paid respite p/year
• Bespoke training in trauma-informed and therapeutic care
• 24/7 out-of-hours support and a dedicated social work team
• Access to Mockingbird Fostering Model and The Fostering Network
• Be part of a local community, helping Plymouth s children stay close to home

Could this be you? We re looking for people who are:

• Based in Plymouth or surrounding areas
• Ready to offer full-time care and a dedicated bedroom
• Skilled in supporting children with emotional or behavioural needs
• Emotionally resilient and reflective
• Willing to become self-employed
• Ideally with no children under 12 at home (though we ll assess on a case-by-case basis)

Is it time for a change? If you re ready to apply your skills in a new and deeply rewarding way, then this is your opportunity. Apply now to speak with our team and take your first step toward becoming a Step Forward Foster Carer in Plymouth.