Manchester City Council

Fostering: Outline

Fostering or adopting a child can be a very rewarding experience. You don't need to have special training but it does require skill, commitment, patience and a sense of humour as it can be quite challenging.

We need of carers from different backgrounds and experiences as we aim to place each child where their individual needs can be best met.

We're looking for temporary foster carers, permanent and respite (part time) carers.  

We welcome applications from men and women, single people and couples, young or not so young, regardless of race, religion, disability or sexuality.

More on fostering.

Further Information

Contact: Fostering and Adoption Recruitment and Assessment Team

  • Department: Children's Services
  • Telephone: 0800 988 8931
  • Wenlock Way Offices, Wenlock Way, West Gorton, Manchester, M12 5DH

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