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Are you a foster carer looking for a change? Transfer to Focus Foster Care and enjoy a new challenge. Work alongside our experienced team and reach your full potential.
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Reach Your Potential
As with all careers we recognise that sometimes a change or different challenge is needed. At Focus Foster Care, we welcome enquiries from foster carers wanting to transfer to a different agency.
We're Rated 'Good'
We are an Ofsted Good rated independent fostering agency, with an office base in Kenilworth and our foster carers support children across the West and East Midlands.
Join Our Team
When you transfer to Focus Foster Care, you will be working alongside an experienced and supportive team. We nurture all of our foster carers and aim to make the transfer process as smooth as possible.
Transfer Today
Start your transfer process today by getting in touch with our friendly and knowledgeable team. We look forward to hearing from you and welcoming you into the Focus family soon.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can foster carers change agency when they have a child in their care?
Yes. Foster carer’s can change agency at any time. If you have a child in your care, we would organise a transfer protocol meeting with the team working to support the child. We also welcome transfers even if you don’t currently have a child in your care.
What is a transfer protocol meeting?
This is a meeting to share information: it includes the responsible local authority, the fostering provider you are transferring from and to and relevant professionals from the team around the child. The purpose is to ensure everyone has an understanding about the child’s needs and any support in place, so consistency can be achieved throughout the transfer process.
Click here for more information Transfer protocols | The Fostering Network
Which fostering agency should I choose?
There are lots of different agencies to choose from and there are lots of different factors for each family to consider in terms of what is best for them. We are happy to have a chat and explore this with you so you can make the right decision. Here are the thoughts of some of our foster carers on why they chose Focus.
How do I transfer to your agency?
To get the ball rolling there are many ways you can contact us. Visit our contact page to get in touch today and we will do the rest together.
How long does the transfer process take?
We understand that once foster carers have made the decision to transfer, it is important this is progressed in a timely manner to avoid prolonged periods of uncertainty for any member of the fostering family.
As a guide, we would aim to complete the transfer process within 3 months
Will your agency need to complete a new Form F assessment?
To transfer to any fostering provider an updated assessment will need to be presented to the fostering panel. Foster carers have the right to obtain a copy of their original Form F assessment which we would then update in partnership with you
Whilst we won’t compromise on safety, we will look to streamline the process where possible and avoid duplication unnecessarily.
When do I need to notify my current agency/local authority that I want to transfer?
Ideally as soon as possible, once you have identified the right provider for you to transfer to.
This needs to be in writing to your current provider as a notice of intent to transfer letting them know which agency you have chosen and providing consent for information to be shared. This allows the transfer process to formally begin.
The final part of the transfer process is to submit your 28 days notice of resignation, in writing to your current provider. The timing of this will be discussed with your assessing social worker and based on what is right for your family’s circumstances.
Will my fostering allowance change if I already have a child in placement?
When transferring with an existing child in your care, we would either match your current allowances or move you on to our fostering allowances based on whichever is higher.
Any future children you care for, would be paid in line with Focus Foster Care’s allowances.
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FAQs
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Meet the team
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Transfer To Focus Foster Care
Start your transfer process today by getting in touch with the Focus Foster Care team. Enter your details into the contact for below and we will be in touch as soon as possible. We look forward to welcoming you to the Focus family.