Every child deserves a safe and loving home, surrounded by people who are dedicated to helping them grow, develop and reach their full potential. Foster carers provide this to young people who are unable to live with their own families for a multitude of reasons.
We need amazing people to offer their hearts and homes to young people and make a meaningful difference to their lives.
When you foster through Step by Step Fostering, you can help more young people than just those in your care. The funds we generate go to youth homelessness charity Step by Step, helping to transform young lives in your community.
Our focus is on finding homes for young people aged 11-18 but we can place children from as young as 0. We work hard to ensure that our foster carers and young people are well-matched when arranging placements.
We can offer you:
We are looking for individuals or couples, from all walks of life, who are:
The role includes:
How to apply:
If you’re interested in learning more or starting your foster care journey, please fill out the enquiry form on the Step by Step Fostering website. A member of our friendly team will get in touch with you shortly.
Twenty-one year old Luke had been sleeping in a tent in a park for several months. Despite living in appalling circumstances and having no income, he did not meet the local council’s definition of priority need. Fortunately. Step by Step's Launch service was able to help.
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