When a child is placed into foster care, the cost of caring for them is paid to the Foster Carer in the form of a fostering allowance. This is made up of financial payments that cover the costs of caring for a child and a professional fee for their work. This enables Foster Carers to commit to fostering as a full-time career. Our Foster Carers deserve to be rewarded for their hard work. Although we know it is impossible to place a monetary value on work that Foster Carers undertake on a day-to-day basis, our generous allowances take into account the demands of fostering and the significant role they play in a child or young person’s life. The amount of allowance paid depends on the type of fostering you do, with considerations like the age and individual needs of the child. The fees we pay to our Foster Parents vary according to the type of fostering you do. You’ll receive an excellent weekly pay for each foster child.