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Become a Step Forward Foster Carer A Life-Changing Opportunity for Psychological TherapistsFoster with TACT Fostering and Bury CouncilPlease note: This role requires you to be self-EmployedAre you a Psychological Therapist who works every day to support emotional healing, resilience, and recovery? You already have the insight, compassion, and therapeutic skill set needed to make a profound difference in a young person s life.We re looking for reflective, emotionally intelligent professionals like you to become Step Forward Foster Carers offering a safe, stable home to a young person transitioning from residential care. This is your chance to apply your therapeutic understanding beyond the clinic, creating real, lasting impact in a family-based setting.What is Step Forward Fostering?Step Forward Fostering is a pioneering programme supporting young people who have experienced trauma, loss, and instability, helping them move from residential care into a nurturing home.These young people aren t just looking for shelter they need someone like you: a consistent, supportive adult who understands trauma, emotional regulation, and the importance of secure relationships.As a Step Forward Foster Carer, you ll work alongside a multi-agency team with therapeutic support built into the model. You ll never be alone on this journey.What You ll Receive:Caring for a young person with complex emotional needs requires structure, insight, and support which we provide every step of the way.Specialist Support:<ul> <li>Your own Senior Practitioner offering regular supervision and professional guidance</li><li>A Family Wellbeing Worker to support you and the child in your care</li><li>A Hub Carer providing up to 28 days of planned short breaks per year</li><li>24/7 Out-of-Hours Support</li><li>Peer support from a network of other Step Forward Carers</li><li>Ongoing training in trauma-informed care, attachment theory, and neurodevelopment</li><li>Therapeutic and psychological support to complement your clinical expertise</li></ul> Financial Package:We offer a generous financial package so you can focus fully on building a therapeutic, stable home environment.<ul> <li>£1,052 per week while a child is placed with you (around £54,704 per year)</li><li>£408 per week retainer between placements (up to £21,216 annually)</li><li>Extra allowances for birthdays, holidays, and cultural celebrations</li><li>Tax exemptions designed specifically for foster carers</li></ul> Is This You?We are looking for Psychological Therapists who are:<ul> <li>Passionate about supporting recovery and emotional development</li><li>Skilled in understanding and managing trauma, anxiety, attachment, and behavioural challenges</li><li>Calm, consistent, and emotionally resilient</li><li>Ready to bring their therapeutic values into a family-based care setting</li></ul> To Be Eligible, You ll Need:<ul> <li>Full-time availability and a spare bedroom</li><li>A willingness to complete our professional training</li><li>The right to work in the UK</li></ul> If this sounds like you, we d love to hear from you!

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