Referral Fees
Help us to find foster carers and get rewarded along the way
There’s a national shortage of foster carers — and the children who need them can’t wait. Sparks Fostering is working to find safe, stable, and compassionate homes across England.
We can’t do this alone. That’s why we reward individuals and organisations who help us find suitable foster carers. You’ll be thanked at each stage your referral progresses — so your effort is recognised even if they don’t complete the whole process.
Apply to recruit for Sparks Fostering
Hourly rates
If Sparks Fostering approves the approach and agrees hours, recruiters may be paid £15/hour for recruitment work. Examples of work which may be commissioned include running stalls at community events.
Tiered Referral Rewards
Alternatively, recruiters will be given tiered fees:
| Milestone | Reward |
|---|---|
| ✅ They attend an initial call | £50 |
| 📚 They complete pre-approval training | £150 |
| 📝 They’re approved by fostering panel | £300 |
| 🏡 They begin fostering | £500 |
| TOTAL | £1,000 |
You’ll be paid at each stage — so even if they don’t complete the whole process, you’ll still receive something for your part.
Who Can Refer?
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Individuals (e.g. carers, teachers, support workers, community members)
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Organisations (e.g. mosques, schools, businesses, charities)
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Existing Sparks Fostering carers
Community Partnerships
If you represent a community or organisation, we can tailor a shared rewards plan that fits you. For example:
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£500 to your organisation
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£500 to your members who help you to recruit
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Or other arrangements — just ask!
We’ll provide digital flyers, social media content, and even speaker sessions to help you spread the word.
✅ Ready to Refer?
Click here to book a session to start your recruitment journey.
Let’s work together to find families who can make a life-changing difference — and make sure you’re rewarded for helping us get there.
