For commissioners, local authorities & fostering services
Recruitment and retention are inseparable. Foster carers are more likely to stay when they feel prepared, valued, culturally understood and supported beyond approval. We build that infrastructure with you.
Culturally informed · End-to-end · Proven results
⬤ Our approach
Black Foster Carers Alliance partners with fostering services to build end-to-end recruitment and retention infrastructure — combining culturally informed recruitment, assessment support, mentoring and early-stage intervention to reduce breakdowns and prevent avoidable attrition.
“This is not an add-on service — it is a structured, preventative approach to recruitment, retention and system improvement.”
Culturally informed practice embedded at every stage.
Support that improves Form F quality and fairness.
Carers who feel ready and supported from day one.
Fewer early breakdowns through better mentoring.
Structured post-approval support that keeps carers in.
⬤ Our pathway
Six connected stages that prepare carers properly and help them stay. Each stage strengthens safeguarding, improves practice and reduces avoidable breakdowns.
⬤ Retention workshops
Targeted sessions on the challenges most likely to impact confidence and retention. They reduce stress, prevent conflict and support stable placements.
Building confidence in recording, safeguarding and evidence.
Supporting informed decision-making and realistic expectations.
Preventing burnout and supporting family wellbeing.
Preparing carers to engage effectively in reviews and meetings.
Supporting carers to advocate for children constructively.
Equipping carers to manage difficult conversations and seek support early.
If you are seeking to improve recruitment, reduce early attrition and strengthen long-term retention, we would welcome a conversation.