Fostering for Wolverhampton
Wolverhampton · Local AuthorityLocally run
Ofsted: Not yet inspectedFostering for Wolverhampton is the City of Wolverhampton Council's own fostering service. The team recruits, trains and supports foster carers who want to provide a safe and nurturing home for children from the Wolverhampton area, placing them with local carers wherever possible to help them maintain connections with schools, friends and community. Newly approved carers receive a weekly fee and allowance starting from £244 per week depending on the age of the child, rising with experience and completed training. A start-up equipment grant of £500 is also available for newly approved carers.
What to know about Fostering for Wolverhampton
Fostering for Wolverhampton is the City of Wolverhampton Council's own fostering service. The team recruits, trains and supports foster carers who want to provide a safe and nurturing home for children from the Wolverhampton area, placing them with local carers wherever possible to help them maintain connections with schools, friends and community. Newly approved carers receive a weekly fee and allowance starting from £244 per week depending on the age of the child, rising with experience and completed training. A start-up equipment grant of £500 is also available for newly approved carers.
Wolverhampton City Council's in-house fostering service, recruiting and supporting local carers for children looked after by the council. Covers all types of foster care including emergency, short-term, long-term and specialist placements.
Support at a glance
A dedicated social worker who supports you throughout your fostering journey.
Pre-approval training and ongoing CPD to build your skills as a foster carer.
Round-the-clock advice line for foster carers, including out-of-hours.
Connection with experienced foster carers and local support groups.
Types of fostering offered
Fostering for Wolverhampton supports Short-term, long-term, emergency, respite, parent and child fostering arrangements.
Allowances
From £244 per week. Allowances are typically reviewed annually — contact Fostering for Wolverhampton directly for the latest figures and any skill-based uplifts.