Fostering In Haringey

Could you see yourself fostering in Haringey?

Thinking about becoming a foster parent in Haringey? At ISP, we're the pioneers of therapeutic foster care and have used this approach to help vulnerable children for over 35 years.

With our Enfield-based office, our Ofsted-rated ‘Outstanding’ team supports foster families across Haringey and nearby areas, including Highgate, Crouch End, Bowes Park, Hornsey, Wood Green, West Green, and Tottenham.

We believe that children in care deserve the best possible outcomes. We work to achieve this by providing them with loving homes where foster parents not only understand their trauma but also have the skills and knowledge to help them heal.

That's why, when you join us, you’ll learn the latest therapeutic parenting techniques through our City & Guilds Therapeutic Pathway Programme.

Having supported children on their recovery journeys for over 35 years, we have the resources and knowledge to help you make a meaningful impact in young lives.

Download information pack

If you're interested in fostering, then download our information pack to discover everything you need to know about becoming a foster parent with ISP.

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Generous fostering allowance package

When you join ISP, you’ll receive a generous fostering allowance designed not only to support the needs of the child in your care but also to recognise your dedication to changing young lives through therapeutic foster care.

We’re committed to your development, offering increased allowances as you advance through our training, such as the Senior Grade Pathway Programme.

As part of our fostering allowance package, you’ll also receive:

Additional allowances for summer outings and holidays
Support for school uniform costs
Up to 22 nights of respite care
Discounts on our exclusive foster parent rewards platform
A calendar of local events, activities, and celebrations in your area

Download our finance guide

Our handy finance guide will help you to understand the ins and outs of fostering finances, including tax, benefits and national insurance.

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Wrap-around foster parent support

Fostering is a fulfilling journey, but it comes with challenges. That's why you need a dependable support network to guide you every step of the way.

With years of experience, we’ve crafted a wrap-around support package so you're never alone:

Your dedicated social worker will meet with you regularly, offering continuous support, expert advice, and guidance for both you and the children in your care.
You’ll have the expertise of our in-house team, including therapists, counsellors, educational specialists, fostering advisors, and more, ready to assist whenever needed.
Our out-of-hours helpline ensures you have support no matter the time of day or night.
Our foster parent support groups provide a space to share experiences, learn from one another, and enhance your fostering skills.
Our City & Guilds Therapeutic Pathway Programme and ongoing training courses will equip you for every challenge that fostering may bring.
The children in your care will receive an individual therapy programme to support their unique healing journey.
Our knowledge hub has in-depth resources on trauma, attachment, PACE parenting, and more to deepen your understanding.
Our I-SPACE hub makes it simple to access everything from policies and handbooks to crucial information on safeguarding, children’s health, and leaving care.

Join our Haringey fostering team today

If you’re ready to join an independent fostering agency that places children at the heart of their care and genuinely empowers foster parents to make a difference, we'd love to hear from you.

Together, we can help children heal from their trauma, form healthy relationships, thrive at school, and achieve remarkable things in Haringey and beyond.

Join an online information event

These informal and relaxed online sessions provide you with the chance to learn more about this incredibly rewarding career. Book onto an upcoming event below and we will send you details of how to join.

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January 9 2025 19:00:00

9th January 2025 | Virtual Fostering Information Evening

Join one of our virtual Fostering Information Evenings hosted every Thursday, so you can learn about all things fostering. Register your interest today!

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January 16 2025 19:00:00

16th January 2025 | Virtual Fostering Information Evening