Without a child in placement
After an initial discussion and visit, you apply, notify your current provider, complete assessment and panel, then formally resign once the new approval is ready.
How to transfer
A transfer plan built around your family.
The route differs slightly depending on whether you currently have a child in placement. In both cases, the first conversation can remain informal and confidential.
Based in ManchesterHere when you’re ready.
Two pathwayswith or without a placement
Experienced teamto coordinate each stage
No early resignationwhile you explore options
Choose your situation
The right process from the start.
With a child in placement
The same assessment route applies, with an added protocol meeting so the child’s local authority and both fostering providers can plan around the child’s welfare.
Without a placement
A straightforward professional transfer.
- 01
Enquire
Discuss your motivation, experience and what you need from a new provider.
- 02
Meet
Arrange an initial visit with the Organic Fostering team.
- 03
Apply
Complete the application and notify your current agency of your intention to transfer.
- 04
Reassess
Complete a new Form F assessment, checks and any required learning.
- 05
Panel
Attend fostering panel and await the formal approval decision.
- 06
Transfer
Coordinate resignation and your start with Organic Fostering.
With a placement
Continuity for the child comes first.
- 01
Private discussion
Share the placement context and explore whether a transfer may be suitable.
- 02
Application and notification
Apply and notify the current service and the child’s local authority at the agreed time.
- 03
Protocol meeting
All parties consider the care plan, views, risks, relationships and proposed support.
- 04
Assessment and panel
Complete the transfer assessment while placement support continues.
- 05
Agreed transition
Formal dates and responsibilities are coordinated only once the plan is clear.
Transfer questions
Know before you move.
Will I need another Form F?
Yes. A transfer requires a fresh assessment, although existing records and your experience may help it progress more efficiently.
How quickly can it happen?
Organic Fostering states an aim of around 12 weeks for experienced-carer transfer assessments, subject to checks, availability and individual circumstances.
Will my allowance change?
The team will explain the proposed allowance and any placement-specific arrangements before you make a formal decision.
Take the first step
Could fostering be part of your story?
Ask your questions in a relaxed, confidential conversation with our Manchester team.