About us
Local Authority Fostering South East is a partnership of 17 local authorities from across the region with a shared common goal – to recruit and support more amazing foster carers able to provide safe, loving, and local homes for children in our communities.
Funded by the Department for Education (DfE), we are a virtual hub bringing together the collective expertise and resources of councils across the region. Our partnership ensures that prospective local authority foster carers across the South East have access to a centralised platform for enquiries and support, making it easier and a better time than ever to get involved in fostering.
Why foster with us?
Local Authority Fostering South East represents local authority foster care across the whole region and for the first time we’re joining forces to improve the foster carer journey and subsequently the outcomes for the children we care for.
In the South East, like most other areas, the number of children entering the care system is rising whilst at the same time, fewer people are making the decision to make foster care a part of their lives. Local Authority Fostering South East aims to grow the number of fostering families across the region, working with your local authority to enable you to care for children in your local communities who need it most.
Choosing to become a local authority foster carer with us offers numerous benefits.
Streamlined enquiry process
Our centralised front door for fostering enquiries simplifies the process of enquiring about fostering. Regardless of your location within the South East of England, we will make sure your enquiry is handled promptly and efficiently, allowing you to take the first step towards becoming a foster carer with ease.
Collaborative support
We can provide you with access to a wealth of resources, support services, and expertise from our network of local authorities. Whether you’re new to fostering or have years of experience, our collaborative approach ensures that you receive the guidance and assistance you need to succeed.
Diverse fostering opportunities
Local authority fostering offers a wide range of full and part-time fostering options to suit different circumstances and preferences. Whether you’re interested in short-term, long-term, emergency, or respite fostering, we have opportunities available to match your skills and experience.
Our local authority partners
Click the logos below to visit the local authority’s fostering website
Want to find out more?
Get in touch with our experienced, friendly recruitment team to find out more about becoming a local authoirty foster carer in the South East.