Unaccompanied and asylum seeking children (UASC) fostering involves housing a child who has come to seek asylum in the UK.
These children may face safety concerns in their home countries. The child will have emotional, linguistic and cultural needs that must be considered.
Alongside routine care, foster carers also support them through the process of applying for permission to stay in the UK, and a potential return to their home country if appropriate.
Why become a UASC foster carer
As well as our normal benefits and support, UASC foster carers will:
Make a difference to a child or young person.
Receive dedicated UASC support.
Undertake specialist training.
Receive a 100% Council Tax exemption.
Who can be a UASC foster carer
Over 21s of any background, relationship status, sexual orientation, working status, or faith can provide UASC foster care. You just need:
- A desire to make a difference and develop as a foster carer
- A spare bedroom in stable accommodation
- No child-related convictions
- Some childcare experience
Fees
You could be paid upwards of £400 per week for UASC fostering.