​Hear from Simon & Charlie about their experience of fostering with The CFT.
We recently spoke with Simon and Charlie about their experience of fostering at The CFT. As a couple, Simon and Charlie have been foster carers with The CFT for around 2 years, and we got the chance to hear about their experiences so far at one of our recent foster carer support meetings in the East Midlands.

Simon and Charlie currently care for twins, one with additional needs. The time and care they provide for the children is exemplary, alongside their dedication to managing birth-family contact which can sometimes be a challenge. Simon is a full-time carer and whilst Charlie works full-time, they very much parent together and work as a team.

Hear what they have to say here!

We recently spoke with Diane about her experience of fostering at The CFT, alongside her husband Andrew.

As a duo, Diane and Andrew have been foster carers with The CFT for around 2 years, and we got the chance to hear about their experiences so far at one of our recent foster carer support meetings in the East Midlands.

Diane and Andrew are exceptional foster carers and we’re proud to share their story of their inspiration, journey to approval, experience of CFT support and their advice to those considering becoming a foster carer.

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Are you a dedicated Supervising Social Worker looking for a new full time permanent opportunity with a difference?

Are you ready make a difference for our foster families and benefit from great benefits, and plenty of opportunities? How about continual training and progression? We are now recruiting for a Supervising Social Worker for our South Central team, based in Waterlooville.

You know how much hard work and dedication it takes to make a difference to the lives of children and young people. With low caseloads, you’ll have the time and resources to truly support our Foster Carers.

You’ll promote the safe care and development of our foster children so that they can achieve their full potential. You’ll get involved in the recruitment, assessment, and training of prospective Foster Carers, as well as pursuing suitable placements.

You’ll help a diverse range of people - reflective of the communities we work in, and will play a key part in a friendly, supportive charity where you’ll be rewarded for your hard work and results.

This role is hybrid, but attendance at our Waterlooville office as required is essential (minimum 1 day per week).

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Are you looking for a Supervising Social Worker role with a difference? Are you ready for low caseloads, great benefits, and plenty of opportunities? How about continual training and progression? We are looking for a candidate who is able to cover a maternity leave period from February 2025 to June 2026, within our West Midlands Region, based at our Bromsgrove office.  This is a maternity cover role.  

The Children's Family Trust (The CFT)
Is a well-established Ofsted Outstanding Registered Charity and an Independent Fostering Agency providing a wide range of foster placements.  We firmly believe our Foster Carers are our most valuable resource deserving the highest levels of support and remuneration we can offer. We work in partnership with Local Authority Social Workers and are committed to keeping our children safe and secure in stable and loving families.

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Are you looking for a Senior Supervising Social Worker role with a difference? Are you ready for low caseloads, great benefits, and plenty of opportunities? How about continual training and progression? We are looking for a candidate for our West Midlands Region, based at our Bromsgrove office.  

You know how much hard work and dedication it takes to make a difference to the lives of children and young people. With low caseloads, you’ll have the time and resources to truly support our Foster Carers.

You’ll promote the safe care and development of our foster children so that they can achieve their full potential. You’ll get involved in the recruitment, assessment, and training of prospective Foster Carers, as well as pursuing suitable placements. Assist with supervising and supporting less experienced staff and acting as a mentor.

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Are you looking for a marketing and media role with a difference? Are you looking for a role where you can make a great impact, great benefits, and plenty of opportunities? We are looking for a candidate for our Head Office, based at our Bromsgrove site.  

Our staff are an integral part of our ongoing success and we are seeking to recruit a permanent full time, experienced Marketing and Media Officer. This is a very exciting opportunity for someone who is looking to take on a challenging, creative and stimulating role. We operate in a very competitive market, so an entrepreneurial approach is vital as is the ability to ‘think outside the box’.

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​Black History Month & why diverse foster families reinforce positive self-esteem in looked-after children.

There are no blueprints in fostering. Every child is unique and maintaining or building their sense of self relies heavily on the environments our foster carers can provide. Matching children to a family that can support their heritage, culture and traditions can help soften the blow of being moved out of the family home.

This years theme for Black History Month is all about Reclaiming Narratives, an invitation for those to take control of how stories about Black Heritage are told.

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Fostering with young children & the benefits for your family.

Fostering children can be one of the most rewarding experiences for families, and while it can feel like a big decision, fostering with young children in your home has unique benefits. When a young child grows up alongside a foster sibling, they develop empathy, compassion, and a broader understanding of the world around them. Meanwhile, foster children benefit from being in a family that understands their needs and offers stability and connection.

October is The Children of Foster Carer’s Month, a time where fostering organisations celebrate the contributions of birth children to the fostering household. Let’s dive into how fostering with young children can be a journey full of growth and learning for everyone involved.

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The role will include undertaking specific tasks in relation to supporting foster carers and the children placed with them and includes:

You know how much hard work and dedication it takes to make a difference to the lives of children and young people. With low caseloads, you’ll have the time and resources to truly support our Foster Carers.

You’ll promote the safe care and development of our foster children so that they can achieve their full potential. You’ll get involved in the recruitment, assessment, and training of prospective Foster Carers, as well as pursuing suitable placements.

You’ll help a diverse range of people - reflective of the communities we work in, and will play a key part in a friendly, supportive charity where you’ll be rewarded for your hard work and results.

Click here for full job details

Are you looking for a Supervising Social Worker role with a difference? Are you ready for low caseloads, great benefits, and plenty of opportunities? How about continual training and progression? We are looking for a candidate for our West Midlands Region, based at our Bromsgrove office.  

You know how much hard work and dedication it takes to make a difference to the lives of children and young people. With low caseloads, you’ll have the time and resources to truly support our Foster Carers.

You’ll promote the safe care and development of our foster children so that they can achieve their full potential. You’ll get involved in the recruitment, assessment, and training of prospective Foster Carers, as well as pursuing suitable placements.

Click here for full job details