Fostering in South Western
When you join Foster Care Associates South Western you will be joining a creative, child focused and knowledgeable fostering provider.
Welcome to Foster Care Associates South Western
Since 2017, we’ve grown into one of the South West’s most trusted independent fostering agencies. Last year alone, we received over 1,400 referrals from local authorities for children and young people in need of safe, loving homes — and the number keeps growing. That’s why we’re always looking for more foster parents to join our team and make a real difference.
We know that helping foster parents grow is key to giving children the best care possible. That’s why all our carers receive therapeutic-based training using ADAPT, ATTUNE, and PACE, giving them the tools to build strong, supportive relationships with the children they look after. On top of that, our team of therapists is always on hand to offer advice and guidance, helping foster parents respond with empathy and sensitivity so every child gets the care they deserve.
When you join FCA South Western, you’ll be part of a creative, child-focused, and knowledgeable fostering agency committed to helping every child find a happy, caring home.
By Phone
One of our team is available to talk to you over the phone to answer any of your fostering queries.
By Email
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Visit an office
Foster Care Associates, Unit 1 Delamore Park, Cornwood, Ivybridge, Devon PL21 9QP.
Benefits of working with FCA
24/7 advice service
Excellent ongoing training
Access to your local fostering team
Competitive payments
Local support groups
Local social activities and events
Thinking about Fostering in the South West of England?
Take a closer look at what makes fostering with FCA South Western unique. In our brochure, you’ll discover all the reasons why fostering with us could be one of the most rewarding decisions you ever make — from the dedicated local support we provide to both foster parents and children, to the fun family activities and days out that bring everyone together.
Fun and activities with FCA South Western
At FCA South Western, participation is all about putting children first and listening to the voices of our young people. Every child deserves to be heard, and our team makes sure they are. From our Registered Manager to our social workers and admin staff, everyone gets involved and works together to make a real difference.
Days like FCA events are what make the agency so special — from trips to the zoo or water parks, to shared meals, there’s always something fun and meaningful happening. We take the time to get to know every foster parent and celebrate the role they play, making sure they feel valued and supported every step of the way.
How do Foster Care Associates offer support in the South West
It’s our supportive and collaborative culture that makes fostering with Foster Care Associates South Western such a fulfilling experience. The experienced team of fostering professionals will provide you with the highest levels of local support. You will be well looked after at our monthly foster parent support groups and instantly welcomed into our fostering family as we work hard to make sure you never feel alone.
Our participation service offers a variety of opportunities for our children and young people. This includes education and employment support and motivation, CV workshops, targeted activities, children and young people’s counsel (for both fostered children and birth children).
- 24/7 local support: including monthly support groups, therapeutic groups and for all foster parents across the South West.
- Team Parenting: a regional and national network of childcare experts who may work with each child or young person to look after every single area of their well-being.
- Training and Development.
- Independent advice with a FREE membership to FosterTalk.
- A comprehensive events and activities calendar.
- Online support: Access to a portal to read about everything that is happening at Foster Care Associates, plus access to incredible discounts on family experiences, shopping and restaurants across the UK.
- Foster Parent Appreciation Day.
Here to support you
Here at FCA South Western we are a knowledgeable team of fostering experts who bring a vast spectrum of skills and knowledge. Our team work closely with local authorities and various professionals involved in children and young people’s care planning. This ensures that we do all that we can to enable our children reach their potential.
As well as 24/7 support from a qualified social work team, foster parent support groups, our therapeutic service offers therapeutic support for our foster parents to offer the best care possible to our children. All of our new foster parents are matched with a foster parent buddy at point of approval, with the aim to offer support in those early days and beyond.
We recognise the impact fostering can have on birth children, therefore we offer face to face training for the children we care for, such as first aid training which the children find useful in developing their skills. We also consult and involve birth children in our activities and events, as well as offering therapeutic support to your birth children through our therapeutic surgery should they request it.
Meet foster parent Jackie from Plymouth who has been fostering for 7 and a half years
Jackie, a FCA foster parent from the South West shares her fostering highlights and advice for anyone who is considering fostering.
“It’s one of the best things I’ve ever done. The positives of it, is that many of the children I have looked after if I see them in the street will run to me and give me a hug. I think that’s the biggest compliment for me is that they remember me. I don’t think I could have asked for anything more.”
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One of the UK’s largest leading communities of children’s service providers
We know what it takes to reach the pinnacle of success in regards to delivering the best outcomes for children and young people across our community. 100% of all FCA, and the wider Polaris services are now Good or Outstanding.
We have achieved this by listening to our staff, foster families and children. If you want to join an organisation that takes pride in striving for excellence then contact our team today.
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Welcome from Naomi Pollard, Registered Manager
My name is Naomi Pollard and I have worked in the FCA South Western management team for 3 years, I have been the Registered Manager since January 2021. I am proud to work with a passionate team of foster parents, social workers, participation officers, therapists and referral manager. We are consistently striving for an outstanding service for our children and pride ourselves in our culture of learning and development in the region, sharing learning widely to ensure collective improvement.
Meet the South Western team
Naomi Pollard
Registered Manager
Sarah Clemens
Referrals Manager
Lynsey Lane
Supervising Social Worker
Peter Churchill
Fostering Service Manager
Luisa Tanner
Senior Regional Administrator
Hayley Scott
Supervising Social Worker
Julie Franklin-Baker
Therapist
Mel Holland
Fostering Service Manager
Jo Ellis
Senior Supervising Social Worker
Jodie Fletcher-Murray
Operations Manager
Neil Morris
Operational Director
Hannah Carnegie
Supervising Social Worker
Laura Costello
Supervising Social Worker
Claire Bowhay
Supervising Social Worker
Georgina Hamer
Senior Supervising Social Worker
Karen Carnell
Supervising Social Worker
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Whether you’re ready to start your journey or just want to chat to an expert, we’re here to talk.
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