Help and support for foster parents in England
Training and development
You need to complete the training, support, and development standards workbook within 12 months of being approved to foster.
Contact your fostering service to find out what other training and development is available. They should help you:
- with a personal development plan
- take part in learning and development sessions
The Foster Carers’ Charter explains your rights as a foster parent.
You do not have a statutory right to time off work to care for foster children.
If you’re fostering for adoption you’ll be entitled to adoption pay and leave from when the child comes to live with you.
If you’re considering fostering, find out about becoming a foster parent.