Why Hull Needs Foster Carers

Hull is a proud, resilient city with a strong sense of community. However, it consistently has one of the highest numbers of looked after children per capita in England. Hundreds of children and young people across the city need safe, stable foster homes, and there are simply not enough carers to meet the demand.

Foster carers from all backgrounds, ages, and walks of life are welcome. Whether you are single, married, own your home or rent, work full time or part time, you could make a real difference to a child in Hull. The city's fostering agencies provide full training, ongoing support, and competitive fostering allowances.

Fostering in Hull: Key Facts

Hull City Council and several independent fostering agencies work together to recruit and support foster carers across the city. With a population of around 260,000, Hull is the largest urban centre in East Yorkshire and has a diverse, welcoming community that is crying out for more foster families.

One of the highest rates of children in care in England

Diverse city welcoming carers from all backgrounds

Both council and independent agencies recruiting

Full training, 24/7 support, and peer networks

Competitive weekly allowances and professional fees

Short-Term

Caring for a child for a few weeks or months while a long-term plan is put in place.

Long-Term

Providing a stable home for a child until they reach adulthood or leave care.

Respite

Giving regular short breaks to support other foster families in the city.

Emergency

Taking a child at short notice when they need immediate safe care.

Teenagers

Supporting young people aged 11-18 through a critical period of their development.

Parent & Child

Assessing a parent's ability to care for their child in a supported environment.

Initial Enquiry

Get in touch with a fostering agency. They will have an informal chat with you about fostering, answer your questions, and explain what happens next.

Home Visit

A social worker visits your home for an informal meeting. This is a chance to ask questions, discuss your motivation, and learn more about the types of fostering available.

Preparation Training

You will attend Skills to Foster training where you will learn about child development, attachment, managing behaviour, and what daily life as a foster carer looks like.

Form F Assessment

A thorough assessment of your suitability to foster. Your assessing social worker will meet with you regularly over several months to complete your Form F.

Panel Approval

Your assessment is presented to an independent fostering panel who will recommend whether you should be approved. The agency decision maker then confirms the recommendation.

Your First Placement

Once approved, your agency will match you with a child who suits your skills and family. You will be fully supported as you welcome them into your home.

Why Foster in Plymouth?

Plymouth needs more foster carers to provide safe, stable homes for local children. Both local authority and independent fostering agencies are actively recruiting, offering full training, 24/7 support, and competitive fostering allowances.

Whether you are single, married, own your home or rent, work full time or part time, you could make a real difference to a child in Plymouth.