Fostering Induction Group Programme – Finance, Foster Carer Profiles, Contact & Working with Birth Families course details
This session forms part of the Fostering Induction Group Programme for newly approved foster carers. It provides an introduction to key practical and relational aspects of the fostering role, including foster carer finances, the purpose and use of foster carer profiles, supporting contact arrangements, and working positively with birth families. The training supports carers to understand expectations, responsibilities and good practice, while promoting a child-centred and partnership-based approach.
Learning outcomes
The training will support newly approved foster carers to develop a clear understanding of essential fostering processes and their role in supporting children’s relationships, identity and stability.
By the end of the course, you will have:
- an understanding of foster carer payments, allowances and basic financial processes
- increased clarity about foster carer profiles and their purpose in matching and placement planning
- an understanding of the importance of contact for children and young people
- greater confidence in supporting and promoting safe, positive contact arrangements
- insight into working respectfully and constructively with birth families in the best interests of the child
Standards
Training, Support and Development Standards (TSDS)
- Standard 1: Understand the principles and values essential for fostering children and young people
- Standard 2: Understand your role as a foster carer
- Standard 6: Understand how to keep children and young people safe
- Standard 7: Develop yourself
National Minimum Standards (NMS)
- NMS 9: Children are supported to maintain relationships with birth family and significant others
- NMS 14: Foster carers understand their financial arrangements and responsibilities
- NMS 15: Foster carers are prepared, trained and supported to carry out their role effectively