Can I Foster? Find out if you can become a foster carer by answering a few quick questions Do you have a spare room?* Yes No Are you over 21?* Yes No Are you single, married, or living with a partner?* Single/live alone Married Living with a partner or friend Do you work?* Yes - Full time Yes - Part time Flexible working No Do you have children living at home?* Yes No Have you worked with or cared for children before?* Yes No Show results Privacy policy This could be your opportunity to change a life for the better Swiis welcomes carers from all walks of life Swiis welcomes carers from a variety of backgrounds including: Single people Couples (married and unmarried) Same-sex couples Homeowners and non-homeowners Employed or un-employed Parents and non-parents People over 65. By far the most important credential is your ability to listen, understand and provide a caring, stable environment for a child or young person. You will also need: A spare room in your home To ensure you are not signed off as medically unable to work Enthusiasm, a positive outlook and empathy Respect for individuality and diversity Willingness to learn from your own and other people’s experiences and to attend regular training. I have been with Swiis for 7 years now. They are the most supportive organisation I have ever come across. They really care. M. Walton, on Facebook Start your fostering journey With thousands of children in care across the UK needing foster carers to give them a home, we would love to hear from you. Enquire now Refer a friend Do you know someone who you think would be an excellent foster carer with Swiis and meets our basic criteria? Receive £1,500 FAQs News Fostering Resources Contact Careers in Social Work Can I foster? For Local Authorities Locations More from Swiis 0333 577 1234 enquiries@swiisfostercare.co.uk Monday - Thursday: 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM Friday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM © 2021 Swiis Foster Care Limited Terms of use | Privacy policy | Acceptable use policy | Cookies | Modern slavery act statement 4th Floor, Prince House, 43 - 51 Prince Street, Bristol BS1 4PS Company Reg. No: 3985713 | Tel no: 0203 219 2850 | Fax no: 0203 393 5317