Already fostering?
You already know what fostering asks of you. If you’re considering a change of agency, let’s talk about what you need from your next team.
Good to know
We’ll listen to what is working, what is missing and what you would like to feel different.
Explore our supportA change worth thinking through
A named supervising social worker, regular contact and a team that takes time to understand your household.
Explore thisStandard rates of £479.50 for ages 0–10 and £507.50 for ages 11+, per child, per week, while a child lives with you.
Explore thisExplore the learning, support and types of care that fit your experience and your next chapter.
Explore thisA careful transition
Start with an informal conversation. We can discuss your current experience and what you would like to understand about SCF.
If you want to proceed, we explain the assessment, updated checks and information needed. If a child lives with you, the agencies and placing authority will need to plan together.
Your experience informs the assessment, but a transfer still involves a panel recommendation and agency decision.
The timing, support and any arrangements for children must be agreed carefully. Everyone involved should understand the plan.
Transferring does not automatically mean a child moves home, or guarantee that they remain with you. Their placing authority and the agencies need to consider their care plan together.
Speak with us about the process before giving formal notice to your current agency.
A conversation, at your pace
Tell us what you’re looking for. We can help you explore whether South Coast could be the right fit.
A first chat takes about 15–20 minutes. No pressure to apply. Lines open Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm.
