The law now states that if you are planning for your child to be cared for by someone else you must let Rotherham Metropolitan Borough Council know so that they can assist you in ensuring your child remains safe. It is an offence not to inform the Council of a private fostering arrangement.
Read MoreIf you think you are living in a private fostering arrangement your carer must notify Rotherham Council Children’s Services on 01709 822532 or email: fosteringduty@rotherham.gov.uk
Read MoreMany professionals who work with or who come into contact with children may come across private fostering situations. Professionals in education, health, housing and social care fields therefore have a shared responsibility to work with the service to ensure that all privately fostered children are well cared for and are safeguarded from harm.
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