Contact the Essex fostering team | Essex County Council

If you have any questions, we're here to help. Find a type of fostering that suits you and your family.

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We will only use your email address to contact you about fostering.

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We will aim to use your preferred contact method where possible.

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Any time

Morning (8.30am to 12pm)

Afternoon (12pm to 5.30pm)

Evening (5.30pm to 8.30pm)

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We will use this to connect you with your local fostering team.

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Find out more about fostering

Opening times

Monday to Thursday, 8.30am to 8pm

Friday, 8.30am to 4pm

Saturday, 9am to 12pm

Contact us

Email: FosterRecruitment@essex.gov.uk

Phone: 0800 801 530

About Foster East

Essex County Council is proud to be part of Foster East, a partnership programme. Eleven councils in the East of England are working together, making sure foster carers, and looked after children can thrive. Learn more about Foster East.