Supported Lodgings Plus
Contract: Full-time
Pay/salary: £601.20 per week allowance per week, when the young person is in placement with you
Home-based: People working part-time can be considered.
The transition to adulthood may take a while longer for some young people, and they may need more support to achieve their full potential. This is why we are searching for Leicestershire residents who can become Supported Lodgings Plus Hosts and invest their time to help these young people.
For some young people, there is a need for additional support in their transition to adulthood due to their developmental or emotional health needs.
Supported Lodgings Plus Hosts offer a room in their home and invest their time in a young person aged 16 and above. SLH+ carers help to prepare young people for adulthood and independence by helping to develop their essential life skills, such as cooking, doing laundry, applying for jobs or college, managing money, and planning their future.
This support gives the young person an invaluable opportunity to be empowered to make the best choice for themselves, and to motivate them to start a career or further studies in an encouraging, safe, and supportive environment.
If you enjoy working with young people but know that they sometimes need additional time, attention, and help, then this could be the role for you.
From day 1 of arriving here I have learnt so much. My independent skills are very good - I can cook, budget financially, save money, prioritise bills, and do simple repairs and maintenance (like re-wiring a plug, or putting shelves up). I have completed Level 2 Carpentry and Level 2 Painting and Decorating.
My confidence has gone from very little to amazing. They do not judge me - K & A listen and talk, and the support is fantastic.
Person:Christopher
The support from the team is second to none. You are never alone. There is always someone to listen and give support or advice. They offer training, personal development and above all else, support at all times. I have always enjoyed working with young people but felt I never actually had the time to help them do what I had advised them to do. As an SLH+ carer, I do and the results are amazing!
Person:Nathan, SLH+ carer
Some young people really struggle to follow advice given and can’t do this alone. They need someone to go along with them on that journey. Once they have started and their confidence builds, the changes are amazing and the reward for your time and commitment is to see them go out into the world as an independent adult.
Person:Kath SLH+carer
To find out more about fostering in general, or becoming a Supported Lodgings Plus Host, why not book a space on one of our upcoming information events? We hold both physical and virtual events throughout the year, and aim to provide you with the information you need to make an informed decision.