For many people, fostering is more than a role they take on; it becomes their main focus and a long-term commitment. While it is not a career in the traditional sense, it requires professional skills, ongoing training and a high level of dedication. At Progress, we see our foster carers as professionals in their own right and an integral part of the team around the child, as they know the child better than anyone. We offer a clear developmental pathway where you can work through different competency levels to achieve a higher allowance, alongside comprehensive training that includes all mandatory courses, specialist training tailored to the needs of the child, and therapeutic training through our Solihull approach, which is embedded into our everyday practice. Foster carers receive an allowance to support the child in their care, and some also receive additional fees that recognise the time, expertise and commitment involved. With the right support, fostering can be a sustainable and rewarding way of life that combines meaningful work with the chance to make a lasting difference.