Transfer to an agency where you feel fully supported
Join a community where you feel valued, supported, and never alone. Transfer in as little as 12 weeks.
Why Foster Carers Choose FCA
Core Support
- 24/7 support
- Dedicated social worker
- National network
Financial & Stability
- Generous allowances
- Bonuses
- Paid respite
Recognition & Experience
- 25+ years
- Ofsted ratings
- Rewards & events
How easy is it to change foster agencies?
“The difference with FCA has been incredible…” – FCA Foster Parent
Thinking about switching fostering agencies? Transferring to FCA might be easier than you’d expect. We fast-track your application, so the process is quick and stress-free.
Don’t just take our word for it – hear from foster parents who’ve made the move and never looked back. They talk about the support they’ve received, how valued they feel, and what it’s like to be part of a team that truly cares.
The transferring fostering process
You’re never alone with FCA. We’ll be on hand every step of the way to make the transition as smooth as possible for you.
Book a confidential call
Book a confidential call so we can give you all the information you need to help you decide if we’re the right agency for you
Notify your current agency (we guide you)
Once you’ve made the decision to transfer to FCA, you’ll need to contact your current agency or local authority to let them know you plan to move on.
Meet your assessing social worker
You’ll be introduced to your social worker who’ll conduct your assessment, looking at your skills, qualities and experience gained through fostering.
Complete checks and training
It’s time to meet the team! You’ll be invited to a preparatory training course where you can meet FCA members and other foster parents too.
Get approved and start fostering
An independent panel will make a recommendation to our agency decision-maker based on your assessment.
You’re never alone with FCA. We’ll be on hand every step of the way to make the transition as smooth as possible for you.
Meet FCA foster parent, Vanessa, who has been fostering for nearly a decade looking after a range of children from five up to supporting young adults into independence.
I would absolutely recommend FCA to anyone thinking of fostering, the support and training is brilliant. FCA really get to know us properly, they invest in us, and we feel valued and celebrated. Whether it be staff, other foster parents, social workers, there’s always somebody there. It’s like a big extended family!
Fast track your application to join FCA today…
All you need to do to get started is to book a time which suits you, and our dedicated recruitment officer will give you a call for a confidential chat to discuss everything you need to know about transferring to FCA.
No pressure, just a friendly chat offering open and honest advice and support about the transfer process.
Remember, when you transfer to FCA you’ll receive:
- Excellent allowances, loyalty bonuses & rewards
- Regular placement opportunities
- A family-feel, inclusive community
- Access to a dedicated, stable support network
Transferring to FCA is quick and easy. Simply request a confidential call with us today.
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Can I transfer if I already foster a child with another agency?
Yes, you can, however, the transfer protocols are slightly different if you already have a child in your care. We will work with you, your current foster agency and the local authority to determine if it’s in the child’s best interests to transfer fostering agency. Some of the things that will be considered are:
- How the child’s care plan would continue to operate under a new agency.
- How the child could be affected by transferring fostering agency.
- What the child could potentially lose and gain e.g., support, relationships, activities.
- How FCA would provide the specific care and support for the child.
The process of transferring with a foster child
Once you’ve decided FCA is right for you, you’ll need to let the local authority and your current agency know you intend to transfer fostering agency. Within 28 days, the child’s independent reviewing officer will hold a meeting involving all relevant parties to discuss the intended transfer and determine what course of action is best for the child. If you get the green light to transfer, our fostering panel will review your suitability and make a recommendation to be approved as a FCA foster parent.
Transferring from local authority to independent fostering agency
You are well within your rights to transfer to an independent agency. Local authorities just want to ensure the best outcomes for children and young people, and here at FCA we have excellent relationships with our local authority partners where we work closely to ensure children are matched with high quality foster parents like you.
Transferring to an independent, like FCA means you’ll enjoy a sense of involvement that comes from joining a stable and long-established agency with unrivalled resources, which equally treats you as an individual with tailored wrap-around services to you.
Here are the key differences between agency v local authority to help you decide what’s best for you.
Exclusive Refer-a-Friend Scheme
When you foster with FCA, you can receive up to £3,000 for every family you recommend who goes on to be approved and completes 12 months of fostering.
Download our Transfer Guide
Want to learn more about the benefits of transferring to FCA?
We can fast-track your assessment in just 12 weeks, allowing you to experience the benefits of our supportive community sooner than you expect. Download our transfer fostering agency guide to discover the process and advantages of fostering with FCA.