What do you need to do?

You need to get in touch as soon as you are aware of the intention for someone to care for somebody else's child for at least four weeks. You must also contact us immediately if the placement is already underway.

If you are a parent or a foster carer arranging for a child to be fostered privately, you must notify Salford City Council six weeks prior to the child being fostered. If the child is to be fostered earlier than this you must inform Salford City Council straight away.

The private fostering officer will be able to provide advice and support.

If you think you know of someone who is looking after somebody else's child in Salford, you need to contact the private fostering officer at Salford City Council.

All professionals have a legal responsibility to notify the council if they think somebody is being privately fostered.

Call 0161 779 7860 or email privatefosteringofficer@salford.gov.uk.

This page was last updated on 17 December 2010