Why Us

The Tameside Council Fostering Service is responsible for recruiting, assessing and supporting foster carers through training and development. To understand the mission, aims, objectives of the service, please view the Statement of Purpose by clicking here.

There are lots of reasons why fostering for Tameside Council helps you make a truly amazing difference in your local community. Some of the benefits of fostering with us include:
 

• Fostering local children and helping to keep them in their schools and close to existing support systems;
• Competitive allowances and benefits;
• A comprehensive training programme delivered by professionals;
• Highly experienced local support and a dedicated social worker;
• A network of friendly foster carers to further support you in your role;
• The ability to foster children of all ages, from babies to teenagers;
• A role where you can truly make a difference to a child’s life.

 
If you’re ready to enquire today, fill out our online enquiry form and a member of our team will get back to you within 2 working days.