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Payments and allowances

There are different types of fostering that enable you to support young refugees. Find out more about the different ways to foster.

Fostering

Foster carers are paid based on their skills and experience. The age and number of children they are looking after is also considered. Find out more about fostering. 

Allowances are provided to cover the cost of fostering. This includes the child’s food, clothes, pocket money, etc. Mileage is also paid in relation to transporting our children as well as other allowances for school uniform, holidays, school trips, etc.

Gaining experience and skills through ongoing training and support could enable carers to work their way through payment levels. Your local authority will tell you more about this.

Supported Lodgings

Supported Lodgings Providers offer support, guidance and a room in their home to a young refugee aged 16+.

Carers can be in full time employment but would need to be generally available to the young person to provide emotional and practical support. Find out more about supported lodgings. 

You’ll receive a weekly allowance of around £240.00 per young person*, whilst they stay with you. 

Did you know that the majority of foster carers pay little or no tax on their income? Visit HMRC’s guidance on foster carers.

 

*This figure is illustrative and reflects the allowance a carer in Leicestershire would receive. Give us a call so we can talk through the financial side of fostering and consider your individual circumstances.