Process of transferring
fostering agency

If you’re interested in transferring to Fosterplus, the first step is to give us a call on 0800 3698512 and speak with a member of our team. Alternatively, you can complete our online form and we'll give you a call back as soon as possible.

Our team will answer all your questions and talk you through the process and what it’s like to foster with Fosterplus.

The second step is to have an initial visit. This can be in person or via an online video call, depending on which you prefer.

The visit is a great chance to get to know each other, discuss what Fosterplus can offer you, and talk through the details of fostering with us – including our support, referrals, allowances and we’ll discuss the process of transferring with a child.

When you decide you would like to transfer to another fostering agency, you will need to let your current fostering provider know that you wish to transfer. You can then proceed with completing an application form, which can be filled in online or on paper – whichever you prefer. At Fosterplus, our Recruitment Manager will support you with your application and can provide a template to use for your notice of intent to transfer.

Once you have submitted your application and a copy of your notice of intent to transfer, we’ll begin your assessment as soon as possible. As you likely know from your previous assessment, this will involve several social worker visits, where your assessor will gather information and complete your Form F. We offer a fast-track programme for experienced foster parents, so you can aim to be approved within 3 months.

During your assessment and within 28 days of receiving your notice of intent to transfer, your child’s placing local authority should arrange something called a ‘Transfer Protocol Meeting’. This is where you, your foster child’s placing local authority, your current fostering provider and a representative from Fosterplus will discuss your current foster child’s needs and make sure they’ll continue to be met once you’ve transferred to us. We’re experienced with these meetings and your Fosterplus advisor will support you every step of the way.

As soon as your Form F assessment is completed, we’ll invite you to Panel. Our independent panel members will guide you through the process, leading to a recommendation being made about your approval status to our agency decision maker, who will approve you as soon as possible.

As soon as you’re approved, you’ll need to formally resign from your current fostering agency or local authority. Then just 28 days later, you’ll automatically transfer over to Fosterplus – with the current child in your care – when your new contract starts and your old one ends.

If you’re interested in transferring to Fosterplus, the first step is to give us a call on 0800 3698512 and speak with a member of our team. Alternatively, you can complete our online form and we'll give you a call back as soon as possible.

Our team will answer all your questions and talk you through the process and what it’s like to foster with Fosterplus.

The second step is to have an initial visit. This can be in person or via an online video call, depending on which you prefer.

The visit is a great chance to get to know each other, discuss what Fosterplus can offer you, and talk through the details of fostering with us – from our support, referrals, to allowances and benefits.

When you decide you would like to transfer to another fostering agency, you will need to let your current fostering provider know that you wish to transfer. You can then proceed with completing an application form, which can be filled in online or on paper – whichever you prefer. At Fosterplus, our Recruitment Manager will support you with your application and can provide a template to use for your notice of intent to transfer.

Once you have submitted your application and a copy of your notice of intent to transfer, we’ll begin your assessment as soon as possible. As you likely know from your previous assessment, this will involve several social worker visits, where your assessor will gather information and complete your Form F. We offer a fast-track programme for experienced foster parents, so you can aim to be approved within 3 months.

As soon as your Form F assessment is completed, we’ll invite you to Panel. Our independent panel members will guide you through the process, leading to a recommendation being made about your approval status to our agency decision maker, who will approve you as soon as possible.

As soon as you’re approved, you’ll need to formally resign from your current fostering agency or local authority. Then just 28 days later, you’ll automatically transfer over to Fosterplus, when your new contract starts and your old one ends.