transfer to us

Foster Wales Flintshire is part of a network of not-for-profit Flintshire fostering services, all our funding goes directly into the fostering service we provide.

All children who need a foster carer are our legal responsibility as the Flintshire. By fostering direct with us, you’ll be connected to every professional involved in a child’s care. We have local knowledge of both our children and our foster carers. We understand the realities of life in Flintshire.

Being part of our team in Flintshire means you’ll always be heard, respected, supported and valued as a key part of our fostering team.

• A support network of over 90 foster carers based in Flintshire.
• Support from The Pioneers, our group of experienced foster carers in Flintshire, can provide you with the guidance and support you need.
• Support from your Mockingbird hub carer and team, an extended family that provides planned and emergency sleepovers, peer support and social activities.
• A comprehensive learning and development programme, which includes both face-to-face and virtual learning, with specialist training and development where required.
• An individual learning record and development plan, filled with all of the transferable skills and experiences you will have gained along the way, and sets a path for your future.
• A therapeutic service, supporting our children and foster carers.
• Professional support 24/7 for advice, guidance or support. You will never feel alone with us.
• Access to a number of local foster care support groups, regular events and activities where you can get closer to other foster families, gain new experiences, friendships and lasting memories.
• Significant financial support and generous allowances.
• Free membership of The Fostering Network (TFN) and the Association for Fostering and Adoption (AFA) Cymru.
• Blue Light Card membership with access to more than 15,000 discounts.
• 50% discount off your council tax.
• 5 extra days annual leave if employed by Flintshire County Council.

“Keeping children LOCAL is a priority. Keeping them close to their friends, their school and siblings ensures that we are helping them keep a sense of belonging within their community. This is why I foster with my Flintshire.”

Sue, Foster Carer, Flintshire

Click on the button below to receive ‘Transfer to Us’ guide which includes more information on benefits of transferring to us, how the process works and why you should transfer to Foster Wales Flintshire