Why choose
Fosterplus?

Nurturing positive and stable environments

The experiences that children and young people have today will influence their later lives. This is why we’re passionate about thinking long-term – even for short-term arrangements – to give children the continuity and stability that they need.

We actively encourage care to continue even after the child’s 18th birthday – if this is what they want too, of course – and their wellbeing is at the heart of what we do. This ‘Continuing Care’ ensures that the children in our care have the security they need to build brighter futures.

With Fosterplus Scotland, you’ll be joining a forward-thinking organisation that considers the future of both the young people in our care as well as our hard-working foster parents like yourself.

Creating enjoyable and memorable fostering experiences…

A considered, careful approach

Careful consideration is always at the heart of what we do – from meticulous matching of foster carers and children through to the detailed training we provide.

We work hard to keep foster families together and to provide them with certainty and stability.

Regular referrals

With over 30 years of experience, we’ve built strong, trusted relationships with local authorities across Scotland, meaning we receive regular referrals for children in need of a loving home.

When you’re ready to welcome a child into your home, you can trust us to find the right match for your family.

Positive outcomes for children

Fostering is all about creating positive outcomes for children through thoughtful, successful matching – and it’s something we’re incredibly proud of.

It’s a true reflection of our approach and our commitment to stability and continuity, backed by our fantastic Care Inspectorate report and the positive feedback we receive from local authorities.

Fantastic support for all the family

We’re proud of the support that we offer our foster families. Our social workers will always find the time to come and visit you and are able to be there for you when needed because of their realistic caseloads.

We also offer our foster carers regular support groups and an out-of-hours service, which ensures you have the right support when you need it most.

Stable placements and expert matching

We believe that children can achieve the best outcomes because of the best matches.

So we take careful consideration when matching to ensure that children are paired with the right foster carers, giving them plenty of opportunities for development and growth in a loving, stable home.

We involve you…

We involve everyone in the matching process, sharing information and listening to everyone’s opinions and preferences.

Matching Process

Great support for the whole family

Our social workers have realistic caseloads and always find time to visit you regularly to maintain contact. We also make sure you’re always connected to the support you need 24/7/365.

This ranges from regular support groups and direct access to Fosterplus management, through to an out-of-hours service.

Foster carer support

Expert matching and stable placements

The best outcomes for children are achieved by making the best matches. That’s why we take great care to connect children to the right foster carers, providing a platform for their growth and development in a safe and supportive home.

When we match foster carers with children, we involve everyone, sharing information openly and listening to everyone’s views.

Expert matching

Continuous training opportunities

At Fosterplus, you’ll have a wide range of training courses to choose from. We can create a training programme that’s tailored to your needs and interests throughout your entire fostering career.

You’ll have the chance to continuously improve your skills, broaden your knowledge, and take your career in whichever direction you’d like, including into more specialist areas.

Training programme

Incentives and rewards

Nobody becomes a foster carer entirely because of the money, but the financial aspect is important to consider.

We believe this is just one of the ways that we can reward your professionalism and hard work, as well as covering the costs of caring for children, such as birthdays, activities, and holidays.

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About us

Fosterplus was founded in 1996, giving us over 30 years’ experience as an independent fostering agency. Continuity is important to us, and we look to create it in everything we do.

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Careful matching

Careful, considered matching is key, and over many years’ experience, we’ve developed an outstanding reputation for quality matching and excellent outcomes for children in care.

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Transfer to us

If you’re already fostering and looking for an agency you can depend on to deliver continuous support and training, plus excellent rewards, then we’d love to hear from you.

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Speak to our team

Ready to take your first step into fostering? We’re here to support you on your journey…

Enquiry

You are required to have a spare bedroom that’s always available to a foster child. The spare room cannot be shared, and must be big enough to fit a single bed, a wardrobe and a chest of drawers.

Do you have a spare room?*

To be approved as a foster carer in the UK, you must be a British citizen or have the legal right to remain in the UK without restrictions that would prevent fostering.

Which of the following applies to you?*

How can we help you?*

The following questions are intended to help us understand your experience with children. Please note that prior experience is not required to become a foster carer, as full training will be provided.

Have you had children of your own?*

Do you have professional experience of working with children?*

Do you have professional experience of working with children?

Have you had any prior experience of fostering, such as being a foster parent or growing up in a fostering family?*

Have you ever adopted a child?*

Are you happy to receive regular fostering news from us?*

Yes

No

First Name*

Last Name*

Phone Number*

Email Address*

Postcode*