Welcome to Barnardo’s Fostering!
Barnardo's has more than 100 years' experience of fostering. Today we have over 30 services recruiting a broad range of carers across the UK. People who foster for Barnardo's join a team that continues the pioneering work that Dr Thomas Barnardo began in 1867.
Discover what it’s like to be a Barnardo’s foster carer by watching this video about Sue and Lauren.
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“I’ve got the family I’ve always wanted. It’s definitely the best thing that could have happened.” - Lauren, 18
Working as part of a professional team Barnardo's carers receive:
- on-going relevant/specialist training
- 24-hour advice and back-up
- regular supervision from our friendly team
- a generous fee and allowance
- careful and considered matching with a child
- the opportunity to lead the way in setting the highest standards for children and young people in foster care.
If you have lots of energy, understanding, patience and a sense of humour and want to change a child’s life for the better, read on to find out more about the Barnardo's Fostering Services across the UK.
