Could you support young people aged 16,17 or 18 who are going through a difficult period in their lives? If so, you’ll be supported by getting paid from £467 per week…
We are looking for ‘Remand Foster Carers’ whose role is to care for young people while they await court dates for an offence they are alleged to have committed. So, if you are the type of person who is good at influencing a young person to ‘turn things around’ and would be able to provide short-term foster care in this remit, we would love to hear from you.
The length of placements could vary but are a maximum of few months. By providing this type of specialist fostering, it offers an alternative to a young person living in custodial care before appearing in court.
You may be particularly suited to remand fostering if you have previous experience of fostering, you have experience of working with young people, or if you have a passion for guiding young people and rebuilding their self-esteem.
These types of placements are believed to decrease the cycle of imprisonment and re-offending, helping them into a better future.
What is the role of a foster carer during a remand placement?
During a remand placement, their foster carer’s role is to:
- supervise and care for the young person in their home
- support the young person to develop skills in communication, conflict resolution, relationships, and day-to-day life skills
- keep records, evidence the young person’s progress, and report any safeguarding concerns to the young person’s Social Worker and their own Supervising Social Worker
- respect the young person’s specific ethnic and cultural needs
- work closely with other professionals
- accompany the young person to and from court appearances
- attend foster care training
Remand Foster Carers Receive a Higher Allowance
As with any specialist placement, remand foster carers receive a higher allowance from £467 per week. This allowance reflects the complexities of the placement and additional skills needed.
Please bear in mind you will be provided with training and emotional and financial support every step of the way.
To register your interest in remand fostering, or for further information, email Haringey’s fostering service: fosteringrecruitment@haringey.gov.uk or phone: 020 8489 3754.