Fostering in the West Midlands & beyond
Fostering in the West Midlands & beyond
We are currently looking for foster carers in the Midlands.
The West Midlands and surrounding areas are in urgent need of foster carers and we need your support.
Learn more about our amazing team and get in touch today.
Why foster with us?
Unlike big agencies, we’re a charity dedicated to ensuring the perfect match between carer and child, prioritising the well-being and needs of you and every child in our care. It’s about quality over quantity.
With this in mind, we have the resources to provide ongoing support, guidance, and care for both our carers and our looked after children.
Here at The CFT our ethos is ‘family for life’. This represents our commitment to any child within our care, regardless of how long they are looked after by us. The CFT strives to support our fostered child throughout their life, often into adulthood.
Fostering is a career and should be treated as such. We believe our carers should benefit financially for everything they do.
- We pay our foster carers a very competitive rate for every child living in their home
- £750 bonus when approved as a carer. £750-£2250 bonus when a child is placed.
- Any travel required regarding your role as a foster carer can be reclaimed in full
- Take advantage of significant tax relief
- Paid respite
- Long-service payments
- Child achievement payments
We deeply appreciate the dedication our foster carers put into creating a safe and nurturing environment for every child who enters their home. So we’re here to help.
- All carers are linked with a Supervising Social Worker – who provides supervision and support for carers and their families
- Supervising Social Workers visit our carers regularly to help and to talk through any problems.
- We have a 24/7 out-of-hours phone support service so you are always able to speak to a social worker when needed
- Become part of our friendly, local, supportive network, that meet regularly to share information and learn from each other
- Planned days out for fostering families
Our mission is to create a lasting, positive impact for the children and carers we support across the UK.
We provide our foster carers with the skills and resources needed to offer therapeutic care, helping them make a meaningful difference in a child’s life.
- Skills 2 Foster
- Therapeutic Reflection Consultations
- De-Esculation Training
- Diversity in Practice
- First Aid
- Loss and Bereavement Training
- Safeguarding & Child Protection Training
And many more optional courses…
If you’re considering becoming a foster carer, it’s important to understand the different types of fostering. Speak to us about your requirements and we can advise what is right for you.
- Short break
- Short-term
- Long-term
- Short notice
- Parent & Child
- Staying Put
Due to a significant shortage of foster carers in the UK, we’re opting to provide all new successful carers with up to £3,000 as a bonus.
We want to fund you, to find a future for them.
Many agencies only reimburse mileage after the first 20 miles of a trip, meaning you can’t claim expenses on shorter trips, like school drop-offs and similar journeys. We cover the full mileage of every journey you need to make for your foster child.
We’re a charity.
A charitable organisation has a single aim – to operate exclusively for the benefit of the public and not for profit.
A minimum of 85p in every £1 goes directly to improving our services to both our children and foster carers.
We regularly engage and conduct surveys for our carers and cared for children to understand how we can offer even more support. We prioritise listening to our CFT family because we believe in quality over quantity, and we’re committed to ensuring that everyone feels valued and fulfilled.
Who we are and areas we support
Maria - Registered Manager
Vanessa - Practice Team Manager
Ilka - Senior Supervising Social Worker
Kerry - Senior Supervising Social Worker
Tom - Senior Supervising Social Worker
Sameana - Senior Supervising Social Worker
Sally-Ann - Placements Officer
Anna - Supervising Social Worker
Sue - Administrator
Amy - Administrator
Emma - Fostering Support Assistant
Anna - Supervising Social Worker
Jane - Supervising Social Worker
Our Address:
Hanbury Court
Harris Business Park
Stoke Prior
Bromsgrove
B60 4DJ
Our Phone Number:
Birmingham
The need for foster parents in Birmingham is critical – and we need you.
Are you ready to transform a child’s life? When you become a foster parent with The CFT, you’ll gain access to unmatched support and guidance, ensuring you’re never alone in your fostering journey. We’re dedicated to providing you with the care and attention that goes beyond what other independent agencies can offer.
Bristol
The demand for foster parents in Bristol is growing – and we need your help now.
Are you ready to change a child’s life? By becoming a foster parent with The CFT, you’ll receive extraordinary, hands-on support every step of the way. We’re here to ensure you feel fully supported and empowered in your fostering journey.
Cheshire
Foster care needs in Cheshire are at a critical point – and we need you to step in.
Are you ready to make a lasting difference in a child’s life? When you join The CFT as a foster parent, you’ll receive exceptional support that truly sets us apart from independent agencies. We’ll be with you every step of the way, providing the resources and care you need to succeed.
Gloucestershire
The need for foster parents in Gloucestershire is urgent, and we can’t do it without you.
Are you ready to be the change a child desperately needs? When you become a foster parent with The CFT, you’ll receive unmatched support that goes above and beyond what most independent agencies provide. We’ll be there for you, offering guidance and care every step of the way.
Herefordshire
We urgently need your help to meet the growing fostering demands in Herefordshire.
Are you ready to make a life-changing impact on a child in need? By becoming a foster parent with The CFT, you’ll receive unparalleled support that goes beyond what most independent fostering agencies offer. We’re committed to standing by you every step of the way, ensuring you have the guidance and resources to succeed.
Oxfordshire
Herefordshire’s children need you more than ever – and we’re here to support you.
Are you ready to make a life-changing difference? By becoming a foster parent with The CFT, you’ll receive unparalleled support that truly sets us apart. We’re committed to walking alongside you, offering the care, guidance, and resources that most independent agencies simply can’t match.
Shropshire
The demand for foster parents in Shropshire is urgent, and your help is needed now.
Are you ready to transform a child’s future? When you become a foster parent with The CFT, you’ll be backed by exceptional support that goes far beyond what other independent agencies offer. We’re here to guide you, care for you, and ensure you have everything you need every step of the way.
Staffordshire
Staffordshire children need you urgently – and we’re here to make sure you succeed.
Are you ready to change a child’s life for the better? When you choose to foster with The CFT, you’ll receive exceptional support that truly sets us apart from independent agencies. We’re dedicated to providing the care, guidance, and resources you need, every step of the way.
Warwickshire
The need for foster parents in Warwickshire is critical, and we’re counting on you.
Are you ready to make a profound impact on a child’s life? By becoming a foster parent with The CFT, you’ll receive extraordinary support that goes above and beyond what most independent agencies can offer. We’re committed to providing you with all the care and guidance you need throughout your fostering journey.
Worcestershire
The need for foster parents in Worcestershire is urgent – and we need you now.
Are you ready to make a lasting difference in a child’s life? With The CFT, you’ll receive exceptional, ongoing support that outshines what many independent agencies offer. We’ll be by your side every step of the way, providing the care and resources you need to succeed.
We support families in a wider range of areas that surround the West Midlands. So, if you have any questions about your location – just reach out, we’ll be happy to support.
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We need you. There is currently an acute national shortage of foster carers, which is impacting the ability of all UK agencies and local authorities to find suitable families for our most vulnerable children.
There is no better time to support The Children’s Family Trust with our mission to ensure every child has the right to a safe and caring home; a nurturing environment within which they can be free to dream their dreams, develop their talents, achieve their potential and enjoy their lives to the full.
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Get to know The Children's Family Trust
Get to know The Children's Family Trust
We are an independent fostering charity with almost 80 years of experience.
We aim to achieve stability and security for our children and young people, helping them to develop their talents and skills, achieve their potential and make the most of the opportunities available to them.
Are you ready to make a difference?
Are you ready to make a difference?
Are you considering foster care and have some questions for us? Perhaps you’re ready to start your fostering journey?
No matter your situation – contact our West Midlands team via the form and our dedicated team will be able to support you. We look forward to hearing from you!