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info@arisefostering.co.uk
43-45 Church Street, Darlaston, Wednesbury, England, WS10 8DU
The process of becoming a foster carer with Arise Fostering Agency is designed to ensure that all applicants are thoroughly assessed, appropriately trained, and fully supported to provide safe and effective care for children and young people. The agency follows statutory guidance and regulatory requirements throughout the process to ensure high standards of safeguarding and care.
Prospective foster carers begin by making an enquiry with the agency. This allows the agency to gather initial information and provide guidance on the fostering role, responsibilities, and requirements.
Applicants undergo a thorough, fair, and robust assessment process in accordance with statutory guidance. This includes enhanced DBS checks, comprehensive referencing, and an assessment of the applicant’s capacity to safeguard children and promote their welfare.
The assessment considers the applicant’s skills, experience, and ability to meet the diverse and complex needs of children and young people.
All foster carers are required to complete mandatory pre-approval training and are supported to complete the Training, Support and Development (TSD) Standards within required timescales. Ongoing learning opportunities are provided, including safeguarding and child protection, trauma-informed care, attachment and child development, managing behaviour positively, and equality and diversity. Training records are maintained, and compliance is monitored.
All applicants are required to complete mandatory pre-approval training. This prepares them for the fostering role and ensures they understand safeguarding, child development, trauma-informed care, and managing behaviour positively.
Applicants are also supported to complete the Training, Support and Development (TSD) Standards within required timescales.
Once the assessment is completed, it is presented to the Fostering Panel for independent scrutiny. The panel makes a recommendation regarding approval, ensuring that all decisions are made in line with regulatory standards and the best interests of children.
Following approval, foster carers are matched with children based on the child’s needs, the carer’s skills and experience, and cultural and identity considerations. Placement planning meetings are held promptly, and carers are provided with relevant information prior to placement wherever possible.
Foster carers receive continuous support, including regular supervision, ongoing training, and access to professional advice. The agency ensures carers are supported to meet the needs of children effectively and maintain high standards of care.
If you are interested in fostering, you can begin by contacting Arise Fostering Agency. Our team will guide you through each stage of the process, ensuring you are fully prepared and supported to become a foster carer.
