Fostering is rewarding, challenging and great fun. When you become one of our foster parents you will become part of a great team doing their best for each and every young person.

If you enjoy looking after children and young people and can work in partnership with families and professionals we would like to hear from you. We provide you with extensive training that is on going throughout the year as well as 24/7 support.

You might be single or living with your partner, male or female, gay or straight and from any ethnic background. You might by 25 or 65. You could be living in rented accommodation or in your own home.

You must have one spare bedroom in your home, this must be comfortable and have enough space for possessions and privacy. If you are keen to look after two or more children you will need to have two or more spare bedrooms.

Experience of looking after or working with secondary school age children or children with disabilities is desirable.

Time and space in your life - you must be available before and after school and during school holidays.

Closing date Friday, September 19th 2014