Can I continue working in my current job and also be a foster carer?
Where couples are applying to be foster carers, both partners will be required to undertake preparation, training and assessment. Because of the needs of some foster children, the local authority responsible may require a placement where at least one foster carer is available at home during the day. If you are a single working foster carer, you will be asked to identify others in your network who could be available to offer care in an emergency or on a regular basis, and who will be expected to understand the responsibility of caring for a looked after child.
