Fostering South

Regions we cover In London & The South

Sadly, there are over 20,000 children across London and the South who cannot be looked after by their own family.

We are urgently recruiting more foster carers in London and the South who can provide care and support to some of the UK’s most vulnerable children and young people.

We are recruiting foster carers all across the London & The South, particularly in:

Use our interactive map to discover the areas we cover in London & The South.

Meet Our Team

Christine looks after our fostering south team

Christine McGillvary, is our Area Manager for London & The South. Christine manages a wonderful team of social workers in the area and ensures that our team of foster carers are fully supported.

“I have always worked with children from 0-18 years in a variety of settings including the NHS, Local Authorities, and small Charitable organisations. TACT’s ethos is putting the child at the centre and that resonates with me – making TACT a charity I am proud to be a part of.”
– Christine McGillvary

Our TACT London & The South Community

Moments captured of our incredible foster carers and staff, across TACT in London & The South.

Can I foster in London & The South?

The first step is to check that you fulfil the basic general fostering requirements:

Are you at least 21 years old?
Do you have at least one spare bedroom in your home?
Are you a full-time resident of the UK, or do you have indefinite leave to remain?

If you have answered ‘yes’ to all three questions, you have fulfilled the initial criteria. We would now like to talk to you further about why you would like to become a foster carer, and ask you some more questions.

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Foster carers come to us for many reasons and stay with us, because we help them do the most rewarding job in the world.

Together we transform the lives of children and young people, giving them the chance to lead happy, loving, fulfilled lives. At TACT we are more than just a fostering agency; as a charity we put our foster carers and the children they care for at the heart of everything that we do. Choosing to become a foster carer is one of the most rewarding decisions you will ever make, and we will be by your side every step of the way making sure that you feel valued, encouraged and supported – that is why 98% of our foster carers would recommend fostering with TACT.

Training & Support

Our Generous Fees & Allowances

Carer Wellbeing & Perks

why foster with tact in London & The South?

Support for New Carers
All new foster carers with TACT London & the South are matched with a foster carer buddy, based on shared interests or similar placements. Buddies provide informal support and guidance to help you throughout your journey.
Foster carer and SSW Quarterly Breakfast Meet-Ups
A favourite among our foster carers, these relaxed gatherings offer the perfect opportunity to come together, share experiences, and support one another. It’s a wonderful chance for our local fostering community to connect and unwind over breakfast!
Local Carer Support Group Meetings
Our monthly support meetings for carers are primarily held online, with in-person sessions also held at three locations.
Support for young people
We provide a variety of engaging activities for our young people, including residential trips and exciting outings to indoor trampoline parks, climbing centres, theme parks, water parks, and even pantomime outings in the lead up to Christmas.
Supporting your own children
We understand that your own children play an important role in the fostering household. As such, our ‘Children Who Foster’ events provide your own children with an opportunity to socialise with other young people who make an amazing contribution to fostering. These activities often include trampolining, bowling, and cinema trips, as well as online support groups tailored for birth children.
Therapeutic support
We also provide a quarterly Therapeutic Parenting Group, led by our Supervising Social Workers and a qualified Psychotherapist.

Rated As ‘Good’ By Ofsted

Following an inspection in January 2022, Ofsted have announced that TACT London & the South has been rated ‘Good’ for its work with foster carers and looked after children.

“The fostering service provides a good quality of care, and the experiences and outcomes for children are very positive. Children, many of whom have complex needs, receive personalised care that meets their needs, and they are kept safe.” – Ofsted, 2022

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Foster Carer Stories

Discover what other TACT foster carers across London and the South have to say about their experiences.

“She is the most beautiful part of my life.”

Sharntel, a TACT foster carer since 2015, cares for a 10-year-old girl with epilepsy and autism. Despite the challenges, Sharntel finds immense joy in their journey, celebrating small victories like eating independently. Her foster daughter has become the most beautiful part of her life and inspired her advocacy for children with disabilities.

“I love watching the way that she has developed and grown in confidence”

There is no doubt that fostering, while challenging, is also extremely rewarding. I love watching the way that our foster daughter has developed and grown in confidence. I am very proud that she has completed her college course and secured an apprenticeship.

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