At Hull Fostering, we are a close-knit community that supports one another and is deeply committed to the children in our care.
As leading professionals and role models for our children and young people, we believe it is essential to provide all our carers with a promise of -
- high-quality support
- care
- progression
If you decide to foster with Hull Fostering, you will have a dedicated social worker to guide and support you throughout your fostering journey.
You will have access to -
- 365 days a year support
- an out-of-hours support team for emergencies
- a mentor - an experienced foster carer who has been in your situation and will help guide and support you
- extensive training package to continually develop your confidence and skills
- invitations to any of the 7 fostering support groups, which run monthly in Hull and East Yorkshire, where you can meet other foster carers and make lifelong friends
- the option to join one of our Mockingbird constellations
- opportunities to attend our exclusive Hull Fostering baby and toddler groups
- invitations to our afterschool sporting activities and weekly Hull Fostering Community Hub
- access to Hull Fostering foster carer’s private Facebook group
- direct CAMHS consultations and support for your family
- monthly dedicated newsletter
- a set-up grant which recognises the start-up costs of fostering
- discounted leisure passes to all foster carers and your birth children to all Hull City Council leisure facilities within the city. This includes ice arena sessions, swimming, gym sessions and golf course fees
- Annual Loyalty Payment £500
- one large secondary school trip for the young person, typically abroad
- babysitting allowance
- mileage allowance
- 2 weeks holiday pay
- each fostering household given an additional levels payment to recognise your increasing skills and learning
- the ability to speak to anyone at Hull Fostering at any time
To recognise your ongoing dedication, we celebrate you by -
- inviting you to attend awards ceremonies and thank you events
- Max cards for discounted or free entrance to a wide range of national attractions
- £250 refer a friend payment
- exclusive weekly afterschool clubs, which includes -
- provision of tea
- cinema club
- sports
- craft activities
- summer and Christmas party
- excursions including visiting the pantomime and coach trips to theme parks, seaside, and attractions
We also cover your Fostering Network Membership. This gives you access to -
- independent fostering advice
- legal and financial advisors
- additional training
- support helplines
To learn more about our extensive support package, visit the support and finance page.
The role of a foster carer
As a foster carer, you will be a role model, offering a safe and happy home and providing day-to-day care for the child or young person.
You will look after our children as your own, providing them with love, support, and a safe place to thrive.
All our carers live in or within 30 miles of Hull, ensuring children feel close to what they know and are familiar with.
Fostering is a learning process. We encourage you to attend our training and support groups to improve your skills and be the best foster carer you can be.
As a foster carer, you will -
- advocate for the child
- support the child's education and health
- manage challenging behaviour
- keep records
- attend meetings
- work with the wider Hull Fostering team
- develop your own skills
With support from Hull Fostering, you will -
- help the child learn to trust adults
- ensure the child gets to school
- keep records of the child's progress
- encourage positive contact with the child's birth family
- provide enriching experiences
Regular training will also help you continually develop your skills.
Maintaining contact with birth families is often important for children in foster care. You may play a significant role in facilitating these meetings.
