Find out if you could be a foster carer
In a few simple questions, you’ll know if you’re suitable to apply to become a foster carer.
Can you be the difference a child needs? Children across Bradford and nearby areas are waiting for a foster family to help them flourish. You might be new to fostering, or you could be an experienced carer who’d like to transfer. Either way, we’ll support you on your journey to foster in Bradford.
National Fostering Group is the largest independent fostering agency in the UK with strong agency coverage across all regions – meaning you have the support of a team close to you.
When you choose our independent fostering agency in Bradford, you’ll benefit from local support from your specialist team. But you’ll also benefit from all the training, perks and professional support we provide at a national level. As well as our generous weekly fostering payments.
As a foster carer in Bradford you’ll have the choice of long-term and short-term foster care, including emergency and respite placements. You might also foster siblings, children with disabilities or provide parent and child fostering, depending on your training and experience.
Get the support you need on your foster care journey with our independent foster care agency in Bradford.
At NFA North we’re focused on providing local, personal support to every one of our foster carers. We’ll support you every step of the way through the application and assessment process. You’ll also become part of our friendly foster carer community. We currently support around 170 foster families across Yorkshire and Lincolnshire.
At National Fostering Group, our average foster carer pay is around £24,500 a year (£2,040 on average per month). This is far higher than the government’s recommended weekly allowance. For most foster carers in Bradford, this will be tax free.
Some types of fostering placement pay more than £35,000 a year. For example, if you provide care that requires specialist skills and training, you may be paid more.
Learn more about foster care payments
If you’re ready to foster in Bradford, we’d love to hear from you.
Here’s how you can get started:
