Residential Vacancies

Start your career with our school as a Teaching Assistant (TA) in Salisbury, Wiltshire. You will work with an experienced team in a culture where children are respected, listened to, and involved in as many decisions as possible.

As a Teaching Assistant, you will support our teachers by assisting in the classrooms and in the community while following a flexible structure and supporting our children and young people to unlock their passion for learning. You will be based in our Ofsted registered school and, when required, support 1 ACE provision locally.

1 ACE (Another Chance Education) is our alternative education provision, which works with children and young people who struggle in their formal or specialised education settings; we offer education on an outreach basis or within one of our Ofsted registered a school.

You will work within a Trauma-informed practice model where we can support and follow a therapeutic practice.

Our leadership team will invest in your progression as a professional in the Education sector. We source and deliver up-to-date training opportunities and prioritise and discuss your personal development goals to ensure you get the most out of your career.

Our young people may have had many adults come in and out of their lives, often adding to their trauma. Therefore, we seek dedicated people who want to continue their careers with a therapeutically based organisation and leading alternative education provision.

Click apply to read the full role profile ​20201020_Role_Profile_Teaching_Assistant.pdf

The Spires

Click here to find out about our school The Spires School | Education Centre | Five Rivers (five-rivers.org)

Hours

Term Time: This is in line with Wiltshire's local authority.

Our full-time hours are 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 08:30 am - 4:30 pm.

The role is full-time over five days per week, however, if you would like the opportunity for part-time or compressed hours, we would be happy to speak to you about this.

Why Five Rivers?

• Simply Health Medical Cash Back Scheme
  
• Company Pension
• Ongoing training and support from in-house and external trainers
• Employee Support Programmes
• Blue Light card
• Enhanced maternity package for mothers who have been with us for over one year.
• On-going training and learning through our Learning & Development Team
• Company pension scheme.
• Refer a Friend bonus scheme.
• Refer a Foster Carer Bonus
• Long service and recognition scheme

Requirements

• Good written and IT skills.
• Able to communicate with children, colleagues, and external customers.
• Able to actively listen to others.
• Valid Driving Licence – this is desirable for this role
• Have the Right to Work in the UK
  

If you have experience working within a specialist education provision or are passionate about making a difference, we would love to hear from you!

Please make sure to apply. Apply directly, fill out an application form, or call the recruitment team on 01722 435750 (option 2) for more information.

Five Rivers is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of Children and Young People. Applicants must be willing to undergo appropriate child protection screening, including employment references and a DBS check.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.

Five Rivers Child Care is a Social Enterprise committed to transforming the lives of children and young people through reinvesting their surplus in children’s futures.

We are seeking to appoint a Fostering Support Worker to provide support to our Supervising Social Workers and Foster Carers throughout Cornwall.

The role requires a person who can work directly with Children, Foster Carers and other Professionals to ensure quality outcomes for Children and Young people.

Responsibilities include:
• Promote the welfare of children/young people placed with Five Rivers Child Care Group.
• To be involved in the practice aspects of supporting young people in their placements and to assist in the on-going placement process.
• Work directly with children/young people in a skilled and focused way as part of an agreed programme of work, some of whom may have experienced severe trauma.
• Co-ordinate groups and joint work for all children/young people, both in the home and community.
• Planning, prioritising, and managing own workload.
• Collating accurate records and creating meaningful reports.
• Supporting each young person in accordance with their care plan, and within the policies and procedures of the agency

We’re seeking a caring, passionate, and motivated individual who enjoys interacting with young people.

Candidates must be friendly, with a strong work ethic, a positive attitude, and a genuine passion for providing our young people and carers with high-quality support.

You may work with Children and Young people with a range of complex needs including Learning difficulties, Autism, and Trauma.

You must be able to work as a team member to achieve best outcomes for the children, able to communicate effectively with children and adults.

Experience of working in the fostering sector and/or children/young people would be an advantage but not necessary.

This is a Full-Time position for 37 hours a week, which could include weekends and after school hours. A full UK driving licence is required for this role as it involves extensive driving across the above areas.

Why Five Rivers?

• Simply Health Medical Cash Back Scheme
• Blue Light Card
• Company Pension
• Ongoing Training and learning through our Learning & Development Team
• Company Pension Scheme
• Refer a Friend bonus scheme
• Refer a Foster Carer Bonus
• Long Service recognition scheme

For more information please contact our recruitment team at recruitment@five-rivers.org or by calling 01722 435750 option 2

Five Rivers Child Care is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of Children and Young People.

Applicants must be willing to undergo appropriate child protection screening, including employment references and DBS check

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.

Our school is growing, we are looking for Teachers to join our school in Salisbury. You will be working with an experienced team and in a culture where children are respected, listened to, and involved in as many decisions as possible.

We are interested in speaking with teachers who have experience a multitude of skills and could work across the 6 - 18 age range.

Currently we are looking for an experienced English Teacher.

As a Teacher at Five Rivers Child Care, your day will be varied and interesting. You will be following a more flexible structure whilst supporting our children and young people by providing bespoke therapeutic, educational frameworks that are tailor-made to each child and young person, you could be teaching in the classroom or out in the community to support children who cannot attend school.

You will work within a Trauma-informed practice model where we can support and follow a therapeutic practice. Our schools have been awarded the ‘Attachment and Trauma Sensitive School Gold Award’.

Our young people may have had many adults come in and out of their lives, often adding to their trauma. Therefore, we are looking for committed and dedicated people who want to continue their career with a therapeutically based organisation, Ofsted registered schools and leading alternative education provision (1 ACE).

Our leadership team will invest in your progression as a professional in the Education sector. Not only do we source and deliver up-to-date training opportunities, but we also prioritise and discuss your personal development goals to ensure you’re getting the most out of your career.

Our Team at The Spires – Salisbury

Our School, “The Spires”, is a small, unique education provision in the heart of the beautiful city of Salisbury, rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted. Our children are aged between the ages of 6-18 years. We offer a range of rich learning opportunities including academic, vocational, and physical education to best support our children.

Our school is a happy, safe, and welcoming environment, allowing our children to achieve their academic targets while feeling safe, secure, and boosting their self-esteem.

Hours
Term Time, this goes in line with Wiltshire local authority.
Our full-time hours are 37.5 hours per week, Monday Tuesday, Thursday 08:30am -16:30pm, Wednesday 08:30am – 17:00pm, 08:30 – 16:00pm

Why Five Rivers?
• On-going training and learning through our Learning & Development Team
• Simply Health Medical Cash Back Scheme
• Ongoing training and support from in-house and external trainers
• Employee Support Programmes
• Blue Light card
• Enhanced company pension scheme (4% employer contribution)
• Refer a friend bonus scheme
• Long service and recognition scheme

Requirements
• Good written and IT skills.
• Able to communicate with children, colleagues, and external customers.
• Able to actively listen to others.
• NQTS or QTS registration
• Valid Driving Licence for our work in the community
• Have the Right to Work in the UK

If you have experience working within a specialist education provision or are passionate about making a difference, we would love to hear from you!

Please make sure to apply. Apply directly, fill out an application form, or call the recruitment team on 01722 435750 (option 2) for more information.

Five Rivers is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of Children and Young People. Applicants must be willing to undergo appropriate child protection screening, including employment references and a DBS check.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.

Our school is growing, we are looking for Teachers to join our school in Salisbury. You will be working with an experienced team and in a culture where children are respected, listened to, and involved in as many decisions as possible.

We are interested in speaking with teachers who have experience a multitude of skills and could work across the 6 - 18 age range.

Currently we are looking for an experienced Food Technology Teacher.

As a Teacher at Five Rivers Child Care, your day will be varied and interesting. You will be following a more flexible structure whilst supporting our children and young people by providing bespoke therapeutic, educational frameworks that are tailor-made to each child and young person, you could be teaching in the classroom or out in the community to support children who cannot attend school.

You will work within a Trauma-informed practice model where we can support and follow a therapeutic practice. Our schools have been awarded the ‘Attachment and Trauma Sensitive School Gold Award’.

Our young people may have had many adults come in and out of their lives, often adding to their trauma. Therefore, we are looking for committed and dedicated people who want to continue their career with a therapeutically based organisation, Ofsted registered schools and leading alternative education provision (1 ACE).

Our leadership team will invest in your progression as a professional in the Education sector. Not only do we source and deliver up-to-date training opportunities, but we also prioritise and discuss your personal development goals to ensure you’re getting the most out of your career.

Our Team at The Spires – Salisbury

Our School, “The Spires”, is a small, unique education provision in the heart of the beautiful city of Salisbury, rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted. Our children are aged between the ages of 6-18 years. We offer a range of rich learning opportunities including academic, vocational, and physical education to best support our children.

Our school is a happy, safe, and welcoming environment, allowing our children to achieve their academic targets while feeling safe, secure, and boosting their self-esteem.

Hours
Term Time, this goes in line with Wiltshire local authority.
Our full-time hours are 37.5 hours per week, Monday Tuesday, Thursday 08:30am -16:30pm, Wednesday 08:30am – 17:00pm, 08:30 – 16:00pm

Why Five Rivers?
• On-going training and learning through our Learning & Development Team
• Simply Health Medical Cash Back Scheme
• Ongoing training and support from in-house and external trainers
• Employee Support Programmes
• Blue Light card
• Enhanced company pension scheme (4% employer contribution)
• Refer a friend bonus scheme
• Long service and recognition scheme

Requirements
• Good written and IT skills.
• Able to communicate with children, colleagues, and external customers.
• Able to actively listen to others.
• NQTS or QTS registration
• Valid Driving Licence for our work in the community
• Have the Right to Work in the UK

If you have experience working within a specialist education provision or are passionate about making a difference, we would love to hear from you!

Please make sure to apply. Apply directly, fill out an application form, or call the recruitment team on 01722 435750 (option 2) for more information.

Five Rivers is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of Children and Young People. Applicants must be willing to undergo appropriate child protection screening, including employment references and a DBS check.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.

We have an exciting new opportunity to appoint a Head Teacher for our fantastic school based in the heart of Salisbury.

As the Head Teacher, you will develop the leadership team within the school, enabling our pupils to have a bespoke learning experience within the setting that follows therapeutic practice. This will allow you to develop a curriculum catering to each young person’s needs, enabling them to flourish and engage with education.

You will be working collaboratively with our outreach provisions based in Salisbury to achieve the best outcomes for Children and Young People in your school.

We are seeking an inspiring Head Teacher who is committed to fostering an inclusive culture and providing our Young People with a sense of belonging and self-worth. You will need to be fully qualified with QTS status and have experience in Education Leadership and facilitating Ofsted inspection processes.

Our schools provide Special Education support for students who have experienced trauma or who would benefit from a trauma-informed approach. You will need to have a proven background and knowledge within Safeguarding and Child Protection, as well as evidencing a holistic and therapeutic approach to our students and their needs. This school supports students aged 6–18 years old.

To find out more about our School and what we offer, click the link below
The Spires School | Education Centre | Five Rivers

As a social enterprise, we invest in our children, young people and employees with learning and development opportunities for all, and we hold Investor In People – Gold Award

Hours

This is a full-time role of 37.5 hours per week, and term time follows the local authority schedule

Why Five Rivers?
• Simply Health Medical Cash Back Scheme
• Company Pension
• Ongoing training and support from in-house and external trainers
• Employee Support Programmes
• Blue Light card
• Enhanced maternity package for mothers who have been with us for over one year.
• On-going training and learning through our Learning & Development Team
• Company pension scheme
• Refer a Friend bonus scheme.
• Refer a Foster Carer Bonus
• Long service and recognition scheme

If you have experience working within a specialist education provision or simply have the passion to make a difference, we would love to hear from you. You will be given the opportunity to speak to our Head of Education Services prior to applying, so please register your interest by sending your CV to Recruitment@five-rivers.org and we will book you in for an informal conversation.

Five Rivers is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be appointed subject to Enhanced DBS and pre-employment checks, including right to work, confirmation of appropriate qualifications and professional references.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age

We are Looking for Deputy Managers to join our Residential Children Services in Weymouth. Our homes vary from a one-bed property to a six-bed property, and our children are aged between 5 and 17 on admission. This is a solo placement home.

You will be an experienced Deputy Manager working in an environment and culture where children are respected, listened to, and involved in as many decisions as possible.

As Deputy Manager, you will support the registered manager in the day-to-day running of the home, support the continued development of a team of Residential Child Care Workers who help and support our children who have experienced Adverse Childhood Experiences and trauma, using our trauma-informed practices, which are embedded within our culture.

Our leadership team will invest in your progression as a professional in the child care sector. Not only do we source and deliver up-to-date training opportunities, but we also prioritise and discuss your personal development goals to ensure you’re getting the most out of your career.

Our young people may have had many adults come in and out of their lives, often adding to their trauma. Therefore, we are looking for a committed and dedicated Deputy Manager. You’ll be a natural at building a rapport with children and someone full of empathy, so you can understand and relate to the young people you work with.

You will need to have at least 2 years’ experience of being a Deputy Manager working in a Children’s Residential Setting, hold your level 5 in leadership and management or be prepared to work toward it, is desirable a minimum of Level 3 in Children and Young Peoples Work Force, have a proven track record with Ofsted, Legislative Framework

Due to the location of the Home a Driving Licence is Essential.

About Five Rivers

We provide bespoke residential children’s homes for young people who have had a difficult start to life. Our homes are run by kind, compassionate and resilient people who give children a sense of security they may have struggled to find until now. These individuals open their hearts to the children they look after, forming deep connections that help turn children’s lives around. They are dependable, responsible role models whose positive influence can last a lifetime.

Hours

On average 39 hours a week on a Rota Basis – some flexibility will be needed to ensure the smooth running of the home

You will split your shifts 80% working on shift with our young people an 20% administration Hours

You will be required to do sleep ins whilst on shift, you will get paid and additional £50 per sleep in

Why Five Rivers?

• 30 days (22 days plus 8 bank holidays) annual leave allowance
• On-going training and learning through our Learning & Development Team
• We are committed to your development – we hold a Gold Investors in People Award
• Simply Health Medical Cash Back Scheme
• Blue Light card
• Ongoing training and support from in house and external trainers
• Employee Support Programmes
• Enhanced company pension scheme (4% employer contribution)
• Refer a friend bonus scheme
• Long service and recognition scheme

Please do not delay in applying. Apply directly and fill out an application form or call Recruitment on 01722 435750 Option 2 for more information.

Five Rivers is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of Children and Young People. Applicants must be willing to undergo appropriate child protection screening, including employment references and a DBS check.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.

We are Looking for Deputy Managers to join our Residential Children Services in Salisbury. Our homes vary from a one-bed property to a six-bed property, and our children are aged between 6 – and 12 on admission.

You will be an experienced Deputy Manager working in an environment and culture where children are respected, listened to, and involved in as many decisions as possible.

As Deputy Manager, you will support the registered manager in the day-to-day running of the home, support the continued development of a team of Residential Child Care Workers who help and support our children who have experienced Adverse Childhood Experiences and trauma, using our trauma-informed practices, which are embedded within our culture.

Our leadership team will invest in your progression as a professional in the child care sector. Not only do we source and deliver up-to-date training opportunities, but we also prioritise and discuss your personal development goals to ensure you’re getting the most out of your career.

Our young people may have had many adults come in and out of their lives, often adding to their trauma. Therefore, we are looking for a committed and dedicated Deputy Manager. You’ll be a natural at building a rapport with children and someone full of empathy, so you can understand and relate to the young people you work with.

You will need to have at least 2 years’ experience of being a Deputy Manager working in a Children’s Residential Setting, hold your level 5 in leadership and management or be prepared to work toward it, is desirable a minimum of Level 3 in Children and Young Peoples Work Force, have a proven track record with Ofsted, Legislative Framework

Due to the location of the Home a Driving Licence is Essential

About Five Rivers

We provide bespoke residential children’s homes for young people who have had a difficult start to life. Our homes are run by kind, compassionate and resilient people who give children a sense of security they may have struggled to find until now. These individuals open their hearts to the children they look after, forming deep connections that help turn children’s lives around. They are dependable, responsible role models whose positive influence can last a lifetime.

Hours

On average 39 hours a week on a Rota Basis – some flexibility will be needed to ensure the smooth running of the home

You will split your shifts 80% working on shift with our young people an 20% administration Hours

You will be required to do sleep ins whilst on shift, you will get paid and additional £50 per sleep in

Why Five Rivers?

• 30 days (22 days plus 8 bank holidays) annual leave allowance
• On-going training and learning through our Learning & Development Team
• We are committed to your development – we hold a Gold Investors in People Award
• Simply Health Medical Cash Back Scheme
• Blue Light card
• Ongoing training and support from in house and external trainers
• Employee Support Programmes
• Enhanced company pension scheme (4% employer contribution)
• Refer a friend bonus scheme
• Long service and recognition scheme

Please do not delay in applying. Apply directly and fill out an application form or call Recruitment on 01722 435750 Option 2 for more information.

Five Rivers is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of Children and Young People. Applicants must be willing to undergo appropriate child protection screening, including employment references and a DBS check.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.

Our education service is growing. We are looking for a Teacher to join our school in Rochdale, where you will be working with an experienced team in a culture where children are respected, listened to, and involved in as many decisions as possible.

We are particularly interested in speaking with teachers who have Science or Maths teaching experience with SEMH pupils in Key Stage 3 and 4.

We are happy to speak with teachers covering all subjects.

Your day will be varied and interesting. You can follow a flexible structure while supporting our children and young people by providing bespoke therapeutic educational frameworks tailor-made to each child and young person.

1 ACE (Another Chance Education) is our alternative education provision, which works with children and young people who struggle in their formal or specialised education settings, we offer education on an outreach basis or within one of our Ofsted registered a school.

You will work within a Trauma-informed practice model where we can support and follow a therapeutic practice. Our schools have been awarded the ‘Attachment and Trauma Sensitive School Award’.

Our leadership team will invest in your progression as a professional in the Education sector. We source and deliver up-to-date training opportunities and prioritise and discuss your personal development goals to ensure you’re getting the most out of your career.

Our young people may have had many adults come in and out of their lives, often adding to their trauma. Therefore, we are looking for committed and dedicated people who want to continue their careers with a therapeutically based organisation and leading alternative education provision.

Full Role Profile 20201020_Role_Profile_Teacher_1ACE.pdf

To view our school, please click the link below

Willow View School | Education Centre | Five Rivers (five-rivers.org)

Hours

Term Time: this goes in line with Rochdale local authority.

Our full-time hours are 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 08:30 am - 4:30 pm.

The role is full-time over five days per week.

Why Five Rivers?

• ​Simply Health Medical Cash Back Scheme
• Company Pension
• Ongoing training and support from in-house and external trainers
• Employee Support Programmes
• Enhanced maternity package for mothers who have been with us for over one year.
• On-going training and learning through our Learning & Development Team
• Company pension scheme
• Blue Light Card
• Refer a Friend bonus scheme.
• Refer a Foster Carer Bonus
• Long service and recognition scheme

Requirements

• Valid QTS
• Right to Work in the UK
• Valid Driving Licence as you may teach in the community

If you have experience working within a specialist education provision or are passionate about making a difference, we would love to hear from you!

You can apply directly, fill out an application form, or call the recruitment team on 01722 435750 (option 2) for more information.

Five Rivers is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of Children and Young People. Applicants must be willing to undergo appropriate child protection screening, including employment references and a DBS check.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.

We are looking for Higher Level Teaching Assistants (HLTA) to join our school in Rochdale. You will work with an experienced team in a culture where children are respected, listened to, and involved in as many decisions as possible.

As an HLTA, you will support our teachers by assisting in the classrooms and in the community. You will follow a flexible structure and help our children and young people unlock their passion for learning. You will be based in our Ofsted-registered school and, when required, support 1 ACE provision locally.

1 ACE (Another Chance Education) is our alternative education provision, which works with children and young people who struggle in their formal or specialised education settings; we offer education on an outreach basis or within one of our Ofsted registered a school.

You will work within a Trauma-informed practice model where we can support and follow a therapeutic practice.

Our leadership team will invest in your progression as a professional in the Education sector. We source and deliver up-to-date training opportunities and prioritise and discuss your personal development goals to ensure you get the most out of your career.

Our young people may have had many adults come in and out of their lives, often adding to their trauma. Therefore, we seek dedicated people who want to continue their careers with a therapeutically based organisation and leading alternative education provision.

Hours

Term Time: this goes in line with Rochdale local authority.
Our full-time hours are 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 08:30 am - 4:30 pm.
The role is full-time over five days per week

Why Five Rivers?

• Simply Health Medical Cash Back Scheme
• Company Pension
• Ongoing training and support from in-house and external trainers
• Employee Support Programmes
• Blue Light card
• Enhanced maternity package for mothers who have been with us for over one year.
• On-going training and learning through our Learning & Development Team
  
• Refer a Friend bonus scheme.
• Refer a Foster Carer Bonus
• Long service and recognition scheme

Requirements

• Valid Driving Licence – this is desirable for this role
• Have the Right to Work in the UK

If you have experience working within a specialist education provision or are passionate about making a difference, we would love to hear from you!You can apply directly, fill out an application form, or call the recruitment team on 01722 435750 (option 2) for more information.

Five Rivers is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of Children and Young People. Applicants must be willing to undergo appropriate child protection screening, including employment references and a DBS check.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.

Five Rivers Child Care is a Social Enterprise committed to transforming the lives of children and young people through reinvesting their surplus in children’s futures.

We are seeking to appoint a Fostering Support Worker on a Part-Time basis to provide support to our Supervising Social Workers and Foster Carers throughout Chesterfield, Worksop, Sheffield, Derby, Nottingham, Mansfield and all places in between.

The role requires a person who can work directly with Children, Foster Carers and other Professionals to ensure quality outcomes for Children and Young people.

Responsibilities include:
• Promote the welfare of children/young people placed with Five Rivers Child Care Group.
• To be involved in the practice aspects of supporting young people in their placements and to assist in the on-going placement process.
• Work directly with children/young people in a skilled and focused way as part of an agreed programme of work, some of whom may have experienced severe trauma.
• Co-ordinate groups and joint work for all children/young people, both in the home and community.
• Planning, prioritising, and managing own workload.
• Collating accurate records and creating meaningful reports.
• Supporting each young person in accordance with their care plan, and within the policies and procedures of the agency

We’re seeking a caring, passionate, and motivated individual who enjoys interacting with young people.

Candidates must be friendly, with a strong work ethic, a positive attitude, and a genuine passion for providing our young people and carers with high-quality support.

You may work with Children and Young people with a range of complex needs including Learning difficulties, Autism, and Trauma.

You must be able to work as a team member to achieve best outcomes for the children, able to communicate effectively with children and adults.

Experience of working in the fostering sector and/or children/young people would be an advantage but not necessary.

This is a Part-Time position for 22 hours a week, which could include weekends and after school hours. A full UK driving licence is required for this role as it involves extensive driving across the above areas.

Why Five Rivers?

• Simply Health Medical Cash Back Scheme
• Blue Light Card
• Company Pension
• Ongoing Training and learning through our Learning & Development Team
• Company Pension Scheme
• Refer a Friend bonus scheme
• Refer a Foster Carer Bonus
• Long Service recognition scheme

For more information please contact our recruitment team at recruitment@five-rivers.org or by calling 01722 435750 option 2

Five Rivers Child Care is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of Children and Young People.

Applicants must be willing to undergo appropriate child protection screening, including employment references and DBS check

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.

We are recruiting for our residential children’s home in Orpington, Kent. We are a social enterprise that provides caring, bespoke residential homes for young people aged 7-18 who have had a difficult start to life. You will join a team of compassionate, child-focused adults whose mission is to give the best experiences to our children and young people. You will also be supported as part of a bigger team with our integrated services including our Clinical and education colleagues. We specialise in trauma-informed care following our therapeutic model to help their lives around.

You won’t need specific experience for this role - we will train, teach, and guide you with all you will need to know to be successful. We are looking for people who want to make a difference to a young person, and who are patient and resilient when times are challenging.

As a Children Support Worker, you will be involved in events and activities including:

• Kayaking, rock climbing, swimming, skating, arts and crafts, beach adventures and walks in the forest, movie nights, and even camping in the back garden- you name it we will do it!
• Being a role model guiding and supporting our children to make good choices.
• Cleaning, cooking meals, maintaining the home, and learning new skills like nutritional meal planning, first aid, Health & Safety, and gardening: the list is endless.
• Developing your professional career as a children’s support worker through the Level 4 apprenticeship in residential childcare
• Clear career pathways for your future development

Part of the role involves some overnight stays in the home You will need to do between 2 and 3 of these ‘sleep-ins’ per week. For each sleep-in you would receive an additional £50 per night - if you completed nine sleep-ins per month, you could earn an additional £4500 per year to help towards that well-deserved holidays!

You will need to have good written, verbal, and IT communication skills, know how to have fun, and understand the importance of play to children.

We will support you to achieve your Level 4 Qualifications. Ideally, you will have a full driving licence and be over the age of 19.

Why join Five Rivers?

We are a social enterprise. Our homes are run by kind, compassionate, and resilient people who give children a sense of security they may have struggled to find until now. These individuals open their hearts to the children they look after, forming deep connections that help turn children’s lives around. They are dependable, responsible role models and their positive influence can last a lifetimes.

We are an award-winning organisation: we are proud to hold the Investors in People Gold Award, Children & Young People’s Employer of the Year, and Apprenticeship Providers’ Employer of the Year.

Looking after you is important, so we offer benefits to provide you with a range of support.

• 30 days (22 days plus 8 bank holidays) of annual leave (plus a holiday purchase scheme)
• 3-week rolling rota given 6 weeks in advance.
• £50 per sleep-in payment on top of your salary
• Simplyhealth – medical cash-back plan
• Ongoing training and support through our Learning & Development Team, with in-house and external trainers.
• We will pay for your Level 4 Diploma in Residential Child Care
• Employee Support programs including 24/7 GP service, counselling, and advice.
• Long Service award scheme.
• Enhanced Maternity Leave package for mothers with over one year’s service.
• Meals as part of a family when on shift
• Blue Light discount card eligibility.
• Refer a Friend bonus!.
• Foster Carer Referral bonus!

Hours

On average 39 hours a week for full-time,

However, if you are interested in part-time hours, we would also love to hear from you.

Talk to our recruitment team today and make a difference in children’s lives by calling 01722 435750 option 2 or email us at Recruitment@five-rivers.org

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young People. Successful candidates must be willing to undergo appropriate child protection screening, including employment references and a DBS check (the cost of which will be met by us).

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age

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We are recruiting for a Fostering Engagement Social Worker to be part of our existing services based in Chesterfield and Bromsgrove which are currently actively looking to recruit new Foster Carers in Nottinghamshire, Staffordshire, Birmingham and Wolverhampton to help grow our Fostering Service and develop a recruitment plan to expand our national footprint.

The post holder will require creativity, flexibility, and the ability to travel within the service area to plan and deliver recruitment events to expand our Foster Carer Family and capacity to provide high-quality foster placements for children.

This is a forward-facing role working in communities, seeking opportunities to engage with prospective candidates who may wish to become approved Foster Carers. You will have experience working within Fostering Sector, either with an IFA or in the Local Authority. You will need the skills and knowledge to complete initial home visits through to Form F assessment and presentation at an independent panel.

You will work with and be supervised by the National Carer Recruitment Manager, and the local foster service manager will also support you in meeting our aspirations to grow our service.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with the drive and ambition to provide more high-quality foster placements for children in the area where we know there is a shortfall of foster families and children who need their care.

We offer opportunities for your progression and further training within the organisation; we are proud to have our ethos accredited with a Gold Investors in People award. You will receive regular supervision and support.

Hours
The role is 37.5 hours per week; you must be flexible to support our families and recruitment events across the service area. This could include evenings and weekends.
We will discuss this further with you at the interview.

Why Five Rivers?
• Formal induction and training in our paperless electronic recording and management system (CHARMs)
• Market-related salary plus car allowance
• Professional social work supervision provided by a manager
• Competitive annual leave allowance
• Career progression opportunities
• Pension scheme and access to employee assistance program
• Blue Light Card

Upon application, we will arrange for you to speak with your potential line manager to discuss this role in detail.

Please complete your application form in full and return this to Recruitment@five-rivers.org

If you are shortlisted for the role, please be aware that you will be invited to a formal interview day, where we will ask you to prepare a presentation.

Five Rivers Child Care is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of Children and Young People. Applicants must be willing to undergo appropriate child protection screening, including employment references and DBS check.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.

Our small, friendly Learning and Development team is looking for a full-time Coordinator to administer our Learning Management System (LMS) operation, coordinate learner data reporting, and assist the L&D Manager with the organisation of a number of our training programmes and processes, including new employees and apprenticeships.

This is an interesting role where you can demonstrate your excellent administration skills together with your ability to collate and report on data from an LMS and within Excel, ensuring we provide an excellent service to our employees. We will ensure that you are involved in a broad range of L&D activities and continue to build your administrator skills.

A blended approach to home and office working is in place for the team; however candidates must be able/willing to travel and work in our Salisbury Head Office two days per week.

Key Responsibilities
• Maintaining the central learning management system; administering, and inputting all required information, ensuring it is always up to date – assisting with uploading new training courses where required
• Accurate and timely reporting of all our learner training information for the business and the L&D Manager to ensure full compliance with mandatory training
• Communicating progress reports of apprentice learners to line managers
• Monitor and track all external training requests to ensure they are in line with our external training request process
• Set up training agreements for external training, once agreed, ensuring they are uploaded onto our People system
• Assist the L&D Manager in identifying learning and development opportunities, making the best use of the learning management system
• Work with L&D colleagues to ensure high engagement with the learning offer and best use of the LMS across the business, providing training to users on how to get the best out of the system, and training requirements

Key Skills needed
• Ability to set up systems spreadsheets and competently undertake the monitoring and analysis of information
• Competent and proficient in Microsoft Office packages especially Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing and to explain and support learners using understandable terminology to non-IT personnel
• Excellent organisational and time management skills, operating within tight deadlines and managing several work activities simultaneously

Experience
• Working within administration, reporting, or collation of data
• A good knowledge and competence in Microsoft Office packages, particularly Excel
• Be able to manage your own workload and time
• Be able to deal with change and be positive in coming up with proactive solutions
• Be able to react to unpredictable or unplanned situations

Desirable
• Customer service experience
• Able to build relationships with internal and external customers, stakeholders, and external agencies

Why Five Rivers?
• 33 days (25 days plus 8 bank holidays)
• Ongoing training and learning through our Learning & Development Team
• Blue Light Card
• Simplyhealth - Medical Cashback Scheme
• Employee Support Programmes
• Company Pension Scheme
• Refer a Friend Bonus Scheme
• Long service and recognition scheme

For more information about the role, please get in touch with our Recruitment Team on 01722 435750 option 2.

Five Rivers is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of Children and Young People; applicants must be willing to undergo appropriate child protection screening, including employment references and a DBS check

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.

We are looking for Higher Level Teaching Assistants (HLTA) to join our school in Doncaster, South Yorkshire at Field Gate School. You will work with an experienced team in a culture where children are respected, listened to, and involved in as many decisions as possible.

As an HLTA, your day will be varied and interesting. You will support our teachers by assisting in the classrooms and the community for children who cannot attend school; you will follow a flexible structure and support our children and young people to unlock their passion for learning. You will be based in our Ofsted registered school but will also support 1 ACE provision locally.

You will work within a Trauma-informed practice model where we can support and follow a therapeutic practice.

Our leadership team will invest in your progression as a professional in the Education sector. We source and deliver up-to-date training opportunities and prioritise and discuss your personal development goals to ensure you get the most out of your career.

Our young people may have had many adults come in and out of their lives, often adding to their trauma. Therefore, we seek dedicated people who want to continue their careers with a therapeutically based organisation and leading alternative education provision.

Our Team at Field Gate School
Our School is a small independent SEMH school for pupils aged 6-18; our school is registered and offers education for 30 children with a range of needs,

We are a school without walls, offering child-centred, bespoke education packages where you will support more children in the community. The roles are varied at our school, and you will be able to support our mission in turning children's lives around.

In our school, we encourage our children to Flourish and offer Guidance and Stability.

Join our school, and together, we grow.

Hours

Term Time: this goes in line with Doncaster local authority.

Our full-time hours are 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 08:30 am - 4:30 pm.

The role is full-time over five days per week.

Why Five Rivers?

• Simply Health Medical Cash Back Scheme
• Blue Light Card
• Company Pension
• Ongoing training and support from in-house and external trainers
• Employee Support Programmes
• Enhanced maternity package for mothers who have been with us for over one year.
• On-going training and learning through our Learning & Development Team
• Company pension scheme
• Refer a Friend bonus scheme.
• Refer a Foster Carer Bonus
• Long service and recognition scheme

Requirements

• Good written and IT skills.
• Able to communicate with children, colleagues, and external customers.
• Able to actively listen to others.
• Valid Driving Licence – this is essential for this role
• Have the Right to Work in the UK

If you have experience working within a specialist education provision or are passionate about making a difference, we would love to hear from you!

Please make sure to apply. Apply directly, fill out an application form, or call the recruitment team on 01722 435750 (option 2) for more information.

Five Rivers is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of Children and Young People. Applicants must be willing to undergo appropriate child protection screening, including employment references and a DBS check.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.

Five Rivers is an Investor in People and Equal Opportunities employer.

Your Teaching career with Five Rivers Child Care starts here. We are looking for Teachers to join our school in Doncaster. You will be working with an experienced team and in a culture where children are respected, listened to, and involved in as many decisions as possible.

As a Teacher, your day will be varied and interesting. You follow a flexible structure whilst supporting our children and young people by providing bespoke therapeutic, educational frameworks tailor-made to each child and young person.

1 ACE (Another Chance Education) is our alternative education provision, which works with children and young people who struggle in their formal or specialised education settings; we offer education on an outreach basis or within one of our Ofsted registered a school.

You will work within a Trauma-informed practice model where we can support and follow a therapeutic practice. Our schools have been awarded the ‘Attachment and Trauma Sensitive School Award’.

Our leadership team will invest in your progression as a professional in the Education sector. We source and deliver up-to-date training opportunities and prioritise and discuss your personal development goals to ensure you’re getting the most out of your career. We know how important it is that we look after you, so you can look after the children who need you.

Our young people may have had many adults come in and out of their lives, often adding to their trauma. Therefore, we are looking for committed and dedicated people who want to continue their careers with a therapeutically based organisation and leading alternative education provision.

Our Team at Field Gate School in Doncaster
Field Gate School in Fish lakes, Doncaster, is within a 4-acre rural site. Our school caters for very small class groups of children, promoting social engagement, with a trauma-informed approach 1ACE Doncaster is our outreach alternative provision attached to the school for children who are not yet ready to access education in a classroom setting.

We are now a team of around 20 who support and teach our children to become well-rounded individuals; we can often be out in the local community or further afield, allowing the pupils the best learning experiences possible. Our team has a range of qualifications and experience, allowing us to cater to the pupil’s needs and wants.

​​Hours

Term Time, this goes in line with the local authority

Our full-time hours are 37 hours per week, Monday 08:30 - 17:00, Tuesday to Thursday 08:30 -16:30, Friday 8:30 - 16:00.

This is initially a Maternity Cover role until January 2026.

Why Five Rivers?

• On-going training and learning through our Learning & Development Team
• We are committed to your development – we hold a Gold Investors in People Award
• Simply Health Medical Cash Back Scheme
• Blue Light Card
• Ongoing training and support from in-house and external trainers
• Employee Support Programmes
• Enhanced company pension scheme (4% employer contribution)
• Enhanced Maternity Leave Package for mothers who have been with us for over 1 year.
• Refer a Friend bonus scheme.
• Long service and recognition scheme

Requirements

• Good written and IT skills.
• Able to communicate with children, colleagues, and external customers.
• Able to actively listen to others.
• NQTS or QTS registration
• Valid Driving Licence – this is essential for this role
• Have the Right to Work in the UK

If you have experience working within a specialist education provision or have the passion to make a difference, we would love to hear from you!

Please do not delay in applying. Apply directly and fill out an application form or call the recruitment team on 01722 435750 (option 2) for more information.

Five Rivers is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of Children and Young People. Applicants must be willing to undergo appropriate child protection screening, including employment references and a DBS check.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.

We are looking for a Fostering Support Worker in Doncaster! Being a Fostering Support Worker is an exciting role working with children and young people, Foster Carers, and other professionals to ensure the best outcomes for out foster families. Join our supportive team today.

Your responsibilities will include being involved in children’s participation events, coordinating group activities, and supporting the team in preparing children and young people for foster care placements. Accurate record keeping of visits and one-to-one sessions is essential, as is promoting the health and wellbeing of the children and young people.

You will be involved in participation events with our children, where you will be coordinating group work and activities in a skilled, focused way as part of our agreed programme, supporting the hybrid working team in preparing the children and young people for their foster care placements, being a large part of recruitment, supporting our children with transport. You must be able to record visits/one-to-one work effectively and promote the health and well-being of the children and young people.

You will support our families throughout the Doncaster, Scunthorpe, Leeds and Rotherham area.

As a fostering support worker, you will be part of a team putting children and young people at the forefront of your decisions.

You need to be flexible, proactive, and able to communicate with children and adults. As well as having experience working with Children and Young People. Prior work within the fostering sector would be desirable. No formal social work qualifications are necessary but understanding and empathy for the work required are necessary.

You need to be able to drive for this role and have access to a car, be flexible as you may need to work occasional evenings and weekends and be committed to therapeutic training.

About Five Rivers

Five Rivers Child Care is a Social Enterprise that has been turning children’s lives around since 1989.

We’re committed to ensuring that foster carers are recruited, supported, developed, and rewarded for their crucial roles when they become part of the Five Rivers fostering family.

Hours

This is a Full-Time role of 37 hours per week.

You will need to be flexible for this role as you may need to work weekends & evenings.

Why Five Rivers?

• 25 days plus 8 bank holidays annual leave allowance. (Pro Rata)
• £4500 Car Allowance (on top of the annual salary).
• We are committed to your development
• Simply Health Medical Cash Back Scheme.
• Blue Light Card
• Ongoing training and support from in-house and external trainers.
• Employee Support Programmes.
• Enhanced company pension scheme (4% employer contribution).
• Refer a friend bonus scheme.
• Long service and recognition scheme.
• Opportunities to develop within this role.
• Enhanced maternity leave

Requirements

• Well-written and IT skills.
• Able to actively listen to others and working part of a team.
• Being patient and having empathy skills.
• Understanding of safeguarding.
• Valid Driving Licence.
• Have the Right to Work in the UK.
• Therapeutic direct work with children, young people and carers is preferred but not essential as training is given.

Role Profile: 20201013_Role Profile_ Fostering_Support _Worker.pdf

Please do not delay in applying for the role and for our chance to Turn Children's Lives Around every day.

For more information, please contact our recruitment team at recruitment@five-rivers.org or by calling 01722 435750 option 2

Five Rivers Child Care is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of Children and Young People. Applicants must be willing to undergo appropriate child protection screening, including employment references and DBS checks.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.

We have an opportunity for a Payroll Officer to join our busy in-house finance team.

Five Rivers Child Care and our partner agencies have been Turning children’s lives around since 1989. The role is based at our head office in the heart of Salisbury, Wiltshire for a (16-month maternity cover).

What you'll be doing:

• Maintaining all necessary payroll records for each payroll run
• Calculate the variable payroll data into systems in accordance to both statutory and contractual obligation
• Updating and inputting pension data
• Playing an active role in re enrolment of our pension schemes
• Submission of RTI information
• Year-end Reconciliations of payroll data including P11d’s, and p60’s

To be considered for the role you must have experience in working in a similar role, with extensive experience of statutory payments and deductions.

Minimum of 5 GCSE grade c or above, knowledge of Sage50 payroll is preferable.
You will be a good communicator and team player.

Working at Five Rivers Child Care you will also receive:
• 25 days annual holiday Plus 8 bank holidays
• Company pension scheme
• Simplyhealth – Medical Cashback Scheme
• Blue Light Card
• Employee referral scheme and employee assistance programme.
• Long Service Reward

For more information please contact Recruitment@five-rivers.org or apply online today.

Five Rivers Child Care is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of Children and Young People. Applicants must be willing to undergo appropriate child protection screening, including employment references and DBS check.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.

We are recruiting for a Residential Team Leader to join our Homes in Salisbury, Wiltshire.

Our homes cater for Children aged 7 – 14  on admission. You will work with an experienced team in a culture where children are respected, listened to, and involved in as many decisions as possible.

Could you be someone who can connect with a child and change their life? If so, read on to find out more about this highly fulfilling job.

Your role as residential Team Leader will be varied and interesting while following a planned structure, so you know what to expect. You will support our young person to learn healthy routines, take them to appointments, help with schooling, complete household tasks, and update current electronic records. As a team leader, you will also be supporting the leadership team in developing the newer members of our team, taking part in supervision and career development.

We aim to ensure our children are safe, well-parented, and raised in a happy home where they can flourish, learn, and give back the childhood they deserve. We create positive memories through laughter, fun, and love to help reduce challenging behaviours by teaching better ways to cope.

Our practitioners are experienced in working with children who have been traumatised by their past and understand the impact that parental rejection has on emotional development and needs.

Our leadership team will invest in your progression as a childcare professional. We source and deliver up-to-date training opportunities and prioritise and discuss your personal development goals to ensure you get the most out of your career.

You must hold your Level 3 to be eligible for this role

Hours
On average, 39 hours a week, which typically includes two sleep-ins per week, for which you receive an additional £50 payment per sleep-in.

Why Five Rivers?

• ​30 days (22 days plus 8 bank holidays) annual leave allowance
• ​£50 per Sleep In Allowance (on top of the annual salary)
• On-going training and learning through our Learning & Development Team
• We are committed to your development – we hold a Gold Investors in People Award
• Simplyhealth Medical Cash Back Scheme
• Blue Light card
• Ongoing training and support from in-house and external trainers
• Employee Support Programmes
• Enhanced company pension scheme (4% employer contribution)
• Eating as part of the family when on shift
• Refer a friend bonus scheme
• Long service and recognition scheme

Requirements

• Must have a Full UK Driving license.
• ​Good written and IT skills.
• Able to communicate with children, colleagues, and external customers.
• Able to actively listen to others.
• Ability to work individually and as part of a team.
• Be calm in crisis situations and follow a shift leader's lead.
• QCF Level 3/4 in Children and Young people is essential.
• Be committed to ongoing professional development and achieve the Level 4 diploma in Children and Young people.

Role Profile - 202212_Team Leader (Level 12) - Role Profile.pdf

For more information, please get in touch with our Recruitment Team, Recruitment@five-rivers.org or call 01722 435750 option 2

We reserve the right to close the role earlier than that the advertised closing date

Five Rivers Child Care is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of Children and Young People. Applicants must be willing to undergo appropriate child protection screening, including employment references and DBS checks.

We are recruiting for our residential children’s home in Taunton, Somerset. We are a social enterprise that provides caring, bespoke residential homes for young people aged 7-17 who have had a difficult start to life. You will join a team of compassionate, child-focused adults whose mission is to give the best experiences to our children and young people. You will also be supported as part of a bigger team with our integrated services including our Clinical and education colleagues. We specialise in trauma-informed care following our therapeutic model to help their lives around.

You won’t need specific experience for this role - we will train, teach, and guide you with all you will need to know to be successful. We are looking for people who want to make a difference to a young person, and who are patient and resilient when times are challenging.

As a Children Support Worker, you will be involved in events and activities including:

• Kayaking, rock climbing, swimming, skating, arts and crafts, beach adventures and walks in the forest, movie nights, and even camping in the back garden- you name it we will do it!
• Being a role model guiding and supporting our children to make good choices.
• Cleaning, cooking meals, maintaining the home, and learning new skills like nutritional meal planning, first aid, Health & Safety, and gardening: the list is endless.
• Developing your professional career as a children’s support worker through the Level 4 apprenticeship in residential childcare
• Clear career pathways for your future development

Part of the role involves some overnight stays in the home. You will need to do between 2 and 3 of these ‘sleep-ins’ per week, so the salary advertised includes the payment for an average of 8 sleep ins per month. For each sleep-in you receive an additional £50 per night - if you completed eight sleep-ins per month, that's equivalent to £4800 p.a.

You will need to have good written, verbal, and IT communication skills, know how to have fun, and understand the importance of play to children.

We will support you to achieve your Level 4 Qualifications. for this home you will need to have a full driving licence and access to a car due to the location of the home and be over the age of 19.

Why join Five Rivers?
We are a social enterprise. Our homes are run by kind, compassionate, and resilient people who give children a sense of security they may have struggled to find until now. These individuals open their hearts to the children they look after, forming deep connections that help turn children’s lives around. They are dependable, responsible role models and their positive influence can last a lifetime.

Looking after you is important, so we offer benefits to provide you with a range of support.

• 30 days (22 days plus 8 bank holidays) of annual leave (plus a holiday purchase scheme)
• 3-week rolling rota given 6 weeks in advance.
• £50 per sleep-in payment on top of your salary
• Simplyhealth – medical cash-back plan
• Ongoing training and support through our Learning & Development Team, with in-house and external trainers.
• We will pay for your Level 4 Diploma in Residential Child Care
• Employee Support programs including 24/7 GP service, counselling, and advice.
• Long Service award scheme.
• Enhanced Maternity Leave package for mothers with over one year’s service.
  
• Blue Light card.
• Refer a Friend bonus!.
• Foster Carer Referral bonus!

Hours

On average 39 hours a week for full-time,

However, if you are interested in part-time hours, we would also love to hear from you.

Role Profile: 202211_Residential Child Care Worker (Level 1 - 3) - Role Profile.pdf

Talk to our recruitment team today and make a difference in children’s lives by calling 01722 435750 option 2 or email us at Recruitment@five-rivers.org

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young People. Successful candidates must be willing to undergo appropriate child protection screening, including employment references and a DBS check (the cost of which will be met by us).

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age

We are looking for Higher Level Teaching Assistants (HLTA) to join our 1 Ace Provision in Ilford, London. You will be working with an experienced team and in a culture where children are respected, listened to, and involved in as many decisions as possible.

​As an HLTA, your day will be varied and interesting you will be able to support our teachers by assisting in the classrooms or out in the community, whilst following a flexible structure and supporting our children and young people to unlock their passion for learning.

​1 ACE (Another Chance Education) is our alternative education provision, which works with children and young people who struggle in their formal or specialised education settings; we offer education on an outreach basis or within one of our Ofsted registered a school.

You will work within a Trauma-informed practice model where we can support and follow a therapeutic practice.

Our leadership team will invest in your progression as a professional in the Education sector. We source and deliver up-to-date opportunities and prioritise and discuss your personal development goals to ensure you get the most out of your career. We know how important it is that we look after you, so you can look after the children who need you.

​Our young people may have had many adults come in and out of their lives, often adding to their trauma. Therefore, we are looking for committed and dedicated people who want to continue their careers with a therapeutically based organisation and leading alternative education provision.

​Our Team at Endeavour House School – Ilford
We are a small and friendly team based in the vibrant community of Ilford, London, our school Endeavour House is a special educational needs school (SEN) with a unique, relaxed, and focused atmosphere.
Our goal is to create a learning environment where emotional well-being and academic success walk together, enabling each child to succeed. We work with children with social, emotional, and emerging mental health needs.

​Hours
Term Time, this goes in line with the local authority.
Our full-time hours are 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday 08:30 am -4:30 pm

The role is full-time over 5 days per week, however, if you would like the opportunity for part-time or compressed hours, we would be happy to speak to you about this.

Why Five Rivers?

• Simply Health – Medical cash-back scheme
  
• Enhanced company pension scheme (4% employer contribution)
• Employee Support Programmes
• Blue Light card
• Refer a Friend bonus scheme.
• Refer a Foster Carer bonus.
• Long Service-recognition scheme
• We have an enhanced maternity policy. In addition, mothers with a year’s service can choose to return to work on a part-time basis for 3 months, while being paid their previous full-time pay.
• Ongoing training and support from in-house and external trainers

Requirements

• Good written and IT skills.​
• Able to communicate with children, colleagues, and external customers. ​
• Able to actively listen to others.​
• Valid Driving Licence
• Have the Right to Work in the UK

To view the role profile in full, please click apply

20201020_Role_Profile_HLTA.pdf

If you have experience working within a specialist education provision or are passionate about making a difference, we would love to hear from you!

Please do not delay in applying. Apply directly, fill out an application form, or call the recruitment team on 01722 435750 (option 2) for more information.

Five Rivers is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of Children and Young People. Applicants must be willing to undergo appropriate child protection screening, including employment references and a DBS check.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.

Our school is growing; we are looking for Secondary School Teachers to join our school in Ilford. You will be working with an experienced team and in a culture where children are respected, listened to, and involved in as many decisions as possible.

We are interested in speaking with Secondary teachers with experience in teaching English, Science, Maths. from KS2 – to KS4

As a Teacher at Five Rivers Child Care, ​your day will be varied and interesting. You will follow a more flexible structure whilst supporting our children and young people by providing bespoke therapeutic, educational frameworks that are tailor-made to each child and young person; you could be teaching in the classroom or out in the community to support children who cannot attend school.

You will be teaching in our school and in the community on a 1-2-1 basis.

You will work within a Trauma-informed practice model where we can support and ​follow a therapeutic practice. Our schools have been awarded the ‘Attachment and Trauma Sensitive School Gold Award’.

Our young people may have had many adults come in and out of their lives, often adding to their trauma. Therefore, we are looking for committed and dedicated people who want to continue their career with a therapeutically based organisation, Ofsted registered schools and leading alternative education provision (1 ACE).

Our leadership team will invest in your progression as a professional in the Education sector. We source and deliver up-to-date training opportunities and prioritise and discuss your personal development goals to ensure you get the most out of your career.

To view the role profile in full, please click apply. 20201020_Role_Profile_Teacher_.pdf

Hours

Term Time: this goes in line with the local authority.

Our full-time hours are 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday 08:30 am -16:30pm

The role is full-time over five days per week; however, if you would like the opportunity for part-time hours, we would be happy to speak to you about this.

Why Five Rivers?

• On-going training and learning through our Learning & Development Team​
• We are committed to your development – we hold a Gold Investors in People Award
• Simply Health Medical Cash Back Scheme
• Blue Light card
• Ongoing training and support from in-house and external trainers
• Employee Support Programmes
• Enhanced company pension scheme (4% employer contribution)
• Refer a friend bonus scheme
• Long service and recognition scheme

Requirements

• Good written and IT skills.
• Able to communicate with children, colleagues, and external customers.
• Able to actively listen to others.
• NQTS or QTS registration
• Valid Driving Licence for our work in the community is desirable
• Have the Right to Work in the UK

If you have experience working within a specialist education provision or are passionate about making a difference, we would love to hear from you!

​Please make sure to apply. Apply directly, fill out an application form, or call the recruitment team on 01722 435750 (option 2) for more information.

Five Rivers is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of Children and Young People. Applicants must be willing to undergo appropriate child protection screening, including employment references and a DBS check.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.​

Join our Children's Residential Homes in Salisbury as a Residential Child Care Worker.

You will join a team of compassionate, child-focused adults whose mission is to give the best experiences to our children and young people. You will also be supported as part of a bigger team with our integrated services, including our Clinical and education colleagues. We specialise in trauma-informed care following our therapeutic model to help their lives around.

You won’t need specific experience for this role—we will train, teach, and guide you through everything you need to know to be successful. We are looking for people who want to make a difference to young people and who are patient and resilient when times are challenging.

As a Children Support Worker, you will be involved in events and activities including:
• Kayaking, rock climbing, swimming, skating, arts and crafts, beach adventures and walks in the forest, movie nights, and even camping in the back garden- you name it we will do it!
• Being a role model guiding and supporting our children to make good choices.
• Cleaning, cooking meals, maintaining the home, and learning new skills like nutritional meal planning, first aid, Health & Safety, and gardening: the list is endless.
• Developing your professional career as a children’s support worker through the Level 4 apprenticeship in residential childcare
• Clear career pathways for your future development

Part of the role involves some overnight stays in the home. You will need to do between 2 and 3 of these ‘sleep-ins’ per week, so the salary advertised includes the payment for an average of 8 sleep-ins per month. For each sleep-in, you receive an additional £50 per night. The salary advertised is based off completing 2 sleep ins per week.

You will need to have good written, verbal, and IT communication skills, know how to have fun and understand the importance of play to children.

We will support you in achieving your Level 4 Qualification. Ideally, you will have a full driving licence and be over 19.

Why join Five Rivers?

We are a social enterprise. Our homes are run by kind, compassionate, and resilient people who give children a sense of security they may have struggled to find until now. These individuals open their hearts to the children they look after, forming deep connections that help turn children’s lives around. They are dependable, responsible role models whose positive influence can last a lifetime.

Looking after you is important, so we offer benefits to provide you with a range of support.
• 30 days (22 days plus 8 bank holidays) of annual leave (plus a holiday purchase scheme)
• 3-week rolling rota given 6 weeks in advance.
• £50 per sleep-in payment on top of your salary
• Simplyhealth – medical cash-back plan
• Ongoing training and support through our Learning & Development Team, with in-house and external trainers.
• We will pay for your Level 4 Diploma in Residential Child Care
• Employee Support programs, including 24/7 GP service, counselling, and advice.
• Long Service award scheme.
• Enhanced Maternity Leave package for mothers with over one year’s service.
• Meals as part of a family when on shift
• Blue Light discount card.
• Refer a Friend bonus.
• Foster Carer Referral bonus!

Hours
On average, 39 hours a week for full-time.

However, we would love to hear from you if you are interested in part-time hours.

Role Profile: 202211_Residential Child Care Worker (Level 1 - 3) - Role Profile.pdf

Talk to our recruitment team today and make a real difference in children’s lives by calling 01722 435750 option 2, or email us at Recruitment@five-rivers.org

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young People. Successful candidates must be willing to undergo appropriate child protection screening, including employment references and a DBS check (the cost of which we will meet).

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.

We are recruiting a full-time Residential Care Worker to join our children’s homes based in East Lancashire.

Life Change Care offers a therapeutic environment for young people aged 10-17 upon admission, in a home which can accommodate up to 4 young people. We follow our trauma-informed emotional regulation (TIER) practice model, which is embedded in all our homes, and we are proud to be part of the Five Rivers Family.

As a Residential  Care Worker, you will be part of the team providing a supportive, nurturing environment that promotes independence, safety, and well-being. You will support our young people through day-to-day needs, participate in activities, and celebrate milestones. You will be part of an established team providing the care and support needed to turn children’s lives around.

You wont need specific experience for this role as we will train, teach and guide you through everything you need to know to be successful. We are looking for people who want to make a difference to young people and who are patient and resilient when times are challenging.

Key Criteria
• Good written, verbal and IT communication skills
• Full Driving UK Driving Licence (desirable)
• Due to the age of our young people, you must be over the age of 21 to apply for this role

Hours
37.5 hours per week on a rota basis, this includes weekend, evenings and sleep ins
Sleep-ins: you will be expected to complete at least two sleep-ins per week.

Why Life Change Care?
• 28 Days annual leave per year including bank holidays
• Company Pension Scheme
• Employee wellbeing services
• Blue Light Care Eligibility
• Professional Supervision
• Ongoing Training and Development
• Long Service
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Clear Career Pathways
• Refer a Friend Bonus
• Free onsite parking

Please do not delay in applying for the role; please complete the application form in full; for more information, please contact our recruitment team on 01722 435750 option 2 or email recruitment@five-rivers.org

LCC Ltd, a subsidiary of Five Rivers, is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of Children and Young People. Applicants must be willing to undergo appropriate child protection screening, including employment references and a DBS check.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.

We are looking to appoint a Registered Manager to join our Children’s home in the heart of Salisbury.

For this home, you will need to have experience as a Leader and Manager within Residential Children's Homes, who can lead, develop, and manage an established team of Residential Child Care Workers.

Our Residential service offers therapeutic homes catering to the children's daily needs. We understand the needs of the children and recognise and support our Children who have experienced Adverse Childhood Experiences and trauma. Our integrated model, which is embedded in our culture at Five Rivers, has been developed with our clinical team so we can achieve the best outcomes for our young people.

As a registered manager, you will deliver and execute our brand values, be an integral part of our residential leadership team, and work collaboratively with the Registered manager of our Salisbury home network, our Clinical Team and Education Services.

You also need a minimum of two years' experience in a children's home, with at least one year in a supervisory or management role, hold or be working towards your level 5 in leadership and management, and have a minimum of Level 3 in Children and Young Peoples Work Force, have a proven track record with Ofsted, Legislative Framework.

The setting is for three children aged 6-18 who call this their home. It is based in the centre of Salisbury, a short walk to our school, head office, and all the shops and amenities, and easily commutable for neighbouring villages and towns.

To find out more about our Residential Service, click here Residential Children's Homes | Five Rivers Child Care

For the Full Role Profile, click here

202212 - Registered Managers - Role Profile.pdf

Hours
On average, 39 hours a week – some flexibility will be needed to ensure the smooth running of the home

Support
As part of the Registered Manager team, you will receive regular professional support and supervision from our Regional Operations Manager and Head of Residential. You will also have monthly peer support, along with clinical integrated leadership in the home.

We will support you through your Ofsted registration and future inspections and invest in your development from day one.

You will also receive support from a dedicated HR business partner for any employee relations queries you may encounter in this post.

Why Five Rivers?
• 30 days (22 days plus 8 bank holidays) annual leave allowance
• Blue Light card
• Simply Health Medical Cash Back Scheme
• Enhanced company pension scheme (4% employer contribution)
• Employee Support Programmes
• Enhanced Maternity Package for more than one year’s service
• Ongoing training and learning through our Learning & Development Team
• Refer a friend bonus scheme
• Long service and recognition scheme

To learn more about the role, please register your interest by sending your CV to Recruitment@five-rivers.org; you will then have the opportunity to speak directly to the Regional Operations Manager for an informal conversation before you formally apply for the role.

Five Rivers is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of Children and Young People. Applicants must be willing to undergo appropriate child protection screening, including employment references and a DBS check.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.

We are looking for a Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join our school without walls covering the East Dorset and Bournemouth area. You will work with an experienced team in a culture where children are respected, listened to, and involved in as many decisions as possible.

As an HLTA, your day will be varied and interesting. You will support our teachers by assisting in the classrooms and the community for children who cannot attend school; you will follow a flexible structure and support our children and young people to unlock their passion for learning. You will be based in our Ofsted registered school but will also support 1 ACE provision locally.

1 ACE (Another Chance Education) is our alternative education provision, which works with children and young people who struggle in their formal or specialised education settings. We offer education on an outreach basis or within one of our Ofsted registered a school.

You will work within a Trauma-informed practice model where we can support and follow a therapeutic practice.

Our leadership team will invest in your progression as a professional in the Education sector. We source and deliver up-to-date training opportunities and prioritise and discuss your personal development goals to ensure you get the most out of your career.

Our young people may have had many adults come in and out of their lives, often adding to their trauma. Therefore, we seek dedicated people who want to continue their careers with a therapeutically based organisation and leading alternative education provision.

1Ace South
You will teach our children in the community in an outreach capacity across East Dorset and Bournemouth area.

We offer a range of supportive, safe environments for children and young people with whom mainstream and other school settings have not worked. Our Ofsted registered and rated independent schools around England offer various academic, vocational, SEN, and disabilities (SEND) options.

Role Profile - 20201020_Role_Profile_HLTA_1ACE.pdf

1Ace https://five-rivers.org/education/schools/1ace/

Hours

Term Time: this goes in line with local authority.

Our full-time hours are 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 08:30 am - 4:30 pm.

The role is full-time over five days per week; however, if you would like the opportunity for part-time or compressed hours, we would be happy to speak to you about this.

Why Five Rivers?
• Simply Health Medical Cash Back Scheme
• Company Pension
• Ongoing training and support from in-house and external trainers
• Employee Support Programmes
• Enhanced maternity package for mothers who have been with us for over one year.
• On-going training and learning through our Learning & Development Team
• Refer a Friend bonus scheme.
• Refer a Foster Carer Bonus
• Long service and recognition scheme

Requirements
• Good written and IT skills.
• Able to communicate with children, colleagues, and external customers.
• Able to actively listen to others.
•Valid Driving Licence with access to a vehicle is essential
• Have the Right to Work in the UK

If you have experience working within a specialist education provision or are passionate about making a difference, we would love to hear from you!

Please make sure to apply. Apply directly, fill out an application form, or call the recruitment team on 01722 435750 (option 2) for more information.

Five Rivers is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of Children and Young People. Applicants must be willing to undergo appropriate child protection screening, including employment references and a DBS check.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.

Your Teaching career with Five Rivers Child Care starts here. We are looking for a Teacher to join our school in Park House, Somerset our 1 Ace Provision, you will be working with an experienced team and in a culture where children are respected, listened to, and involved in as many decisions as possible.

As a 1 ACE Teacher, your day will be varied and interesting you will be able to follow a flexible structure whilst supporting our children and young people by providing bespoke therapeutic educational frameworks that are tailor-made to each child and young person.

1 ACE (Another Chance Education) is our alternative education provision, which works with children and young people who struggle in their formal or specialised education settings, we offer education on an outreach basis or within one of our Ofsted registered a school.

You will be working within a Trauma-informed practice model where we can support and follow a therapeutic practice. Our schools have been awarded the ‘Attachment and Trauma Sensitive School Award’.

Our leadership team will invest in your progression as a professional in the Education sector. Not only do we source and deliver up-to-date training opportunities, but we also prioritise and discuss your personal development goals to ensure you’re getting the most out of your career.

Our young people may have had many adults come in and out of their lives, often adding to their trauma. Therefore, we are looking for committed and dedicated people that want to continue their careers with a therapeutically based organisation and leading alternative education provision.

About Five Rivers

We offer a range of supportive, safe environments for children and young people with whom mainstream and other school settings have not worked. Our Ofsted registered and rated independent schools around England offer a range of academic, vocational, SEN, and disabilities (SEND) options.

Our Team at Park House – 1 Ace Somerset

Park House is a small bungalow on the edge of a beautiful park in central Taunton, we are a team of 26 who support children and young people covering Somerset, our children are aged between 8-19 years.

We offer a school without walls for our children & young people. We have our own forest school area and a teaching site at a local equine facility as well as lots of access to other areas and settings.

We have been awarded the Attachment & Trauma - Sensitive Award (ATSSA)– Gold

We are looking forward to you joining our team!

Hours

Term Time, this goes in line with the local authority

Our full-time hours are 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday 08:30 am -16:30pm

Why Five Rivers?
• On-going training and learning through our Learning & Development Team
• We are committed to your development – we hold a Gold Investors in People Award
• Simply Health Medical Cash Back Scheme
• Perk Box High Street Discounts
• Ongoing training and support from in-house and external trainers
• Employee Support Programmes
• Enhanced company pension scheme (4% employer contribution)
• Enhanced Maternity Leave Package for mothers who have been with us for over 1 year.
• Refer a Friend bonus scheme.
• Long service and recognition scheme

Requirements
• Good written and IT skills.
• Able to communicate with children, colleagues, and external customers.
• Able to actively listen to others.
• NQTS or QTS registration
• Valid Driving Licence with a car – this is essential for this role
• Have the Right to Work in the UK

If you have experience working within a specialist education provision or simply have the passion to make a difference, we would love to hear from you!

Please do not delay in applying. Apply directly and fill out an application form or call the recruitment team on 01722 435750 (option 2) for more information.

Five Rivers is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of Children and Young People. Applicants must be willing to undergo appropriate child protection screening, including employment references and a DBS check.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.
Five Rivers is an Investor in People Gold accredited company and a proud member of Social Enterprise.

We are recruiting for a Clinical / Counselling Psychologist or UKCP Registered Child Psychotherapist to join our Children's Residential Service in Orpington, Kent.

In this role, you will provide direct clinical support to children in our care who are looked after in our Residential service. Your primary task will be supporting the children in our residential homes and therapy suites.

You will also work as part of an integrated, multidisciplinary team and lead on all aspects of delivery relating to our ATIC model of care. As well as therapeutic support, you will provide consultancy and training to staff teams, develop assessment reports, and create therapeutic support plans.

The salary range is Circa £50,000 pro rata, and the role will include some travelling to the Salisbury area for occasional CPD events. This role is part-time.

Role requirements:
• Clinical psychologists or counselling psychologists must be HCPC-registered (pending registration considered if you have a doctorate in clinical or counselling psychology)
• Child psychotherapists must be UKCP registered and accredited
• Essential: must have experience relating to working with children and young people who have experienced trauma and maltreatment
• Essential: must have experience working with families and professional statutory systems around looked-after children (eg local authorities, CAMHS)
• Desirable: experience completing clinical assessments and delivering training programmes
You will be based in our Residential services in Orpington, Kent, working with our children and the teams who support them.

You will receive:
• Salary: Circa £50,000 (depending on level of experience) Pro Rata
• 25 days’ holiday plus 8 bank holidays (Pro Rata)
• Company pension scheme
• Enhanced DBS check and update service
• SimplyHealth employee healthcare cashback scheme
• Employee referral scheme
• Employee assistance programme
• Ongoing personal development and support
• Long Service Awards
• Blue Light Card

Please "Click apply" to view role profile: ClinicalPractitionerResidentialRoleProfile December 2024.pdf

Do not delay your application. For more information, please e-mail our recruitment team at Recruitment@five-rivers.org or call 01722 435750 option 2

About Five Rivers Child Care:
As a social enterprise, Five Rivers has been at the forefront of innovation in turning children’s lives around for over 30 years, and we are a partner of choice for many local authorities. Our Fostering, Residential, and Education services provide fully integrated care and support for vulnerable children.

Five Rivers is continuing to develop services which will deliver the highest positive impact to children and young people recovering from the impact of trauma, abuse, and neglect. Our ATIC model of Attachment & Trauma Informed Care is embraced across our services.

Five Rivers Child Care is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Applicants must be willing to undergo appropriate child protection screening, including employment references and DBS check.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.

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We are recruiting for our residential children’s homes in Leeds. We are a social enterprise that provides caring, bespoke residential homes for young people aged 7-18 who have had a difficult start to life. You will join a team of compassionate, child-focused adults whose mission is to give the best experiences for our children and young people. You will also be supported as part of a bigger team with our integrated services including our Clinical and education colleagues. We specialise in trauma-informed care following our therapeutic model to help their lives around.

You will not need specific experience for this role - we will train, teach, and guide you with all you will need to know to be successful. We are looking for people who want to be effective on a young person, who are patient and resilient when times are challenging.

As a Children Support Worker, you will be involved in events and activities including:
• Kayaking, rock climbing, swimming, skating, arts and crafts, beach adventures and walks in the forest, movie nights, and even camping in the back garden- you name it we will do it!
• Being a role model guiding and supporting our children to make good choices.
• Cleaning, cooking meals, maintaining the home, and learning new skills like nutritional meal planning, first aid, Health & Safety, and gardening: the list is endless.
• Developing your professional career as a children’s support worker through the Level 4 apprenticeship in residential childcare
• Clear career pathways for your future development

Part of the role involves some overnight stays in the home. You will need to do between 2 and 3 of these ‘sleep-ins’ per week, so the salary advertised includes the payment for an average of 8 sleep-ins per month. For each sleep-in you receive an additional £50 per night - if you completed eight sleep-ins per month, that's equivalent to £4800 p.a.

You will need to have good written, verbal and IT communication skills, know how to have fun and understand the importance of play to children.

We will support you to achieve your Level 4 Qualifications. Ideally, you will have a full driving license and be over the age of nineteen.

Why join Five Rivers?

We are a social enterprise. Our homes are run by kind, compassionate and resilient people who give children a sense of security they may have struggled to find until now. These individuals open their hearts to the children they look after, forming deep connections that help turn children’s lives around. They are dependable, responsible role models and their positive influence can last a lifetime.

Looking after you is important, so we offer benefits to provide you with a range of support.
• 30 days (22 days plus 8 bank holidays) annual leave (plus a holiday purchase scheme)
• 3-week rolling rota given 6 weeks in advance.
• £50 per sleep-in payment on top of your salary
• Simplyhealth – medical cash-back plan
• Ongoing training and support through our Learning & Development Team, with in-house and external trainers
• We will pay for your Level 4 Diploma in Residential Child Care
• Employee Support programs including 24/7 GP service, counselling, and advice.
• Long Service award scheme
• Enhanced Maternity Leave package for mothers with over 1 years service
• Meals as part of a family when on shift
• Blue Light card
• Refer a Friend bonus!
• Foster Carer Referral bonus!

Hours

On average 39 hours a week for full-time.

Role Profile - 202211_Residential Child Care Worker (Level 1 - 3) - Role Profile.pdf

Talk to our recruitment team today and make a difference in children’s lives by calling 01722 435750 option 2 or email us at Recruitment@five-rivers.org.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young People. Successful candidates must be willing to undergo appropriate child protection screening, including employment references and a DBS check (the cost of which will be met by us).

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.

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Join River Valley, our new independent school bespoke for SEMH pupils based in Sheffield.

As a Higher-Level Teaching Assistant, you will have the opportunity to be part of a growing team in a purpose-built school, where you will support our incredible children on their educational journey. Our school is located adjacent to and working alongside the brand-new Skills Street Project.

You will work with an experienced team in a culture where children are respected, listened to, and involved in as many decisions as possible and Turn Children’s Lives Around.

As an HLTA, you will follow a flexible structure and help our children and young people unlock their passion for learning. You will be based in our Ofsted-registered school and, when required, support 1 ACE provision locally.

You will work within a Trauma-informed practice model where we can support and follow a therapeutic practice.

Our leadership team will invest in your professional development in the Education sector. We source and deliver up-to-date training opportunities and prioritise and discuss your personal development goals to ensure you get the most out of your career.

Our young people may have had many adults come in and out of their lives, often adding to their trauma. Therefore, we seek dedicated individuals who wish to continue their careers with a therapeutically based organisation and leading alternative education provider.

For more information about our education services, please click here Our Education Services | Five Rivers Child Care

Hours
Term Time: This aligns with Sheffield’s local authority.
This post is for a full-time position based on 37.5 hours per week,
The role is full-time, over five days per week

Why Five Rivers?
• Simply Health Medical Cash Back Scheme
• Company Pension
• Employee Support Programmes
• Blue Light card
• Enhanced maternity package for mothers who have been with us for over one year.
• Ongoing training and learning through our Learning & Development Team
• Refer a Friend bonus scheme.
• Refer a Foster Carer Bonus
• Long service and recognition scheme

Requirements
• Valid Driving Licence – this is desirable for this role
• Have the Right to Work in the UK
• If you have experience working within a specialist education provision or are passionate about making a difference, we would love to hear from you! You can apply directly by filling out an application form or by calling the recruitment team on 01722 435750 (option 2) for more information.

Five Rivers is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of Children and Young People. Applicants must be willing to undergo appropriate child protection screening, which includes obtaining employment references and a DBS check.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.

We are looking for Teaching Assistants to join our brand-new school in Sheffield. You will work with an experienced team in a culture where children are respected, listened to, and involved in as many decisions as possible.

As a TA, your day will be varied and interesting. You will support our teachers by assisting in the classrooms and the community for children who cannot attend school. You will follow a flexible structure and support our children and young people to unlock their passion for learning.

You will work within a Trauma-informed practice model where we can support and follow a therapeutic practice.

Our leadership team will invest in your professional development in the Education sector. We source and deliver up-to-date training opportunities and prioritise and discuss your personal development goals to ensure you get the most out of your career.

Our young people may have had many adults come in and out of their lives, often adding to their trauma. Therefore, we seek dedicated people who want to continue their careers with a therapeutically based organisation and leading alternative education provision.

Our School
River Valley School is a brand-new school opening in January 2026, looking after children and young people aged 6- 18 years, offering a therapeutic, bespoke learning package, seeking the best outcomes for our young people.

Our school is situated adjacent to and in collaboration with the brand-new Skills Street Project.

Hours
Term Time: This aligns with the Sheffield local authority.
Our full-time hours are 37.5 hours per week.
The role is full-time, over five days per week.

Why Five Rivers?
o Simply Health Medical Cash Back Scheme
o Blue Light Card
o Company Pension
o Ongoing training and support from in-house and external trainers
o Employee Support Programmes
o Enhanced maternity package for mothers who have been with us for over one year.
o On-going training and learning through our Learning & Development Team
o Refer a Friend bonus scheme.
o Refer a Foster Carer Bonus
o Long service and recognition scheme

Requirements
o Good written and IT skills.
o Able to communicate with children, colleagues, and external customers.
o Able to actively listen to others.
o Valid Driving Licence – this is essential for this role
o Have the Right to Work in the UK

If you have experience working within a specialist education provision or are passionate about making a difference, we would love to hear from you!

Please make sure to apply. Apply directly, fill out an application form, or call the recruitment team on 01722 435750 (option 2) for more information.

Five Rivers is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of Children and Young People. Applicants must be willing to undergo appropriate child protection screening, including employment references and a DBS check.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.
Five Rivers is an Investor in People and Equal Opportunities employer.

We are looking for a Teacher to join our brand-new school, River Valley, based in Sheffield.

As a Teacher, your day will be varied and exciting. You will be able to follow a flexible structure while supporting our children and young people by providing bespoke therapeutic educational frameworks tailored to each child and young person.

You will be working within a Trauma-informed practice model where we can support and follow a therapeutic practice. Our schools have been awarded the ‘Attachment and Trauma Sensitive School Award’.

In return, we will offer the right candidate the opportunity to join a developing and improving organisation in an exciting period of transition and growth. You will receive training in Pro-active Approaches techniques, as well as commitment to and support of your professional development aspirations.

Our young people may have had many adults come in and out of their lives, often adding to their trauma. Therefore, we are looking for committed and dedicated people who want to continue their careers with a therapeutically based organisation and leading alternative education provision.

Reasons to join us:
Term Time is in line with the local authority.
• Company pension
• Simplyhealth employee healthcare cashback scheme
• Blue Light Card
• Refer a friend bonus scheme
• Long service and recognition scheme
• We are committed to your ongoing training and personal development– we hold a Gold Investors in People Award

River Valley School is a brand-new school opening in January 2026. We will be supporting children and young people aged 6- 18 years, offering a therapeutic, bespoke learning package, seeking the best outcomes for our young people.

Our school is located adjacent to and working alongside the brand-new Skills Street Project.

Why Five Rivers?
• Simply Health Medical Cash Back Scheme
• Company Pension
• Employee Support Programmes
• Blue Light card
• Enhanced maternity package for mothers who have been with us for over one year.
• Ongoing training and learning through our Learning & Development Team
• Refer a Friend bonus scheme.
• Refer a Foster Carer Bonus
• Long service and recognition scheme

Requirements
• Good written and IT skills.
• Able to communicate with children, colleagues, and external customers.
• Able to actively listen to others.
• NQTS or QTS registration
• Valid Driving Licence – this is essential for this role
• Have the Right to Work in the UK

For more information and a copy of the full role profile, please get in touch with our Recruitment Team, Recruitment@five-rivers.org or call 01722 435750 option 2

Five Rivers Child Care is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of Children and Young People. Applicants must be willing to undergo appropriate child protection screening, including employment references and an Enhanced DBS check.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.

Could you be our next Team Manager? Are you ready for the next step in your career? do you want to be part of a Social Enterprise that turns children’s lives around daily? then look no further, starting your management career with Five Rivers Child Care.

Our London & East Fostering service is looking for a Team Manager to join an established team based in our office in Harold Wood. We are interested in speaking with current Team Managers, Senior or Advanced Practitioners, as you will have the opportunity to grow and develop your skills in this role.

As a Team Manager, you will work closely with our Service Manager to help shape, influence, and implement the continued growth of this service within London, Essex and Kent areas. This will include driving forward carer recruitment and retention initiatives as well as overseeing the day-to-day duty/referral process.

In supporting the Service Manager, you will need to be someone with strong leadership qualities and a passion for improving outcomes for children is desirable for this role.

You must be registered with Social Work England and either hold a Management or Leadership qualification or be prepared to undertake training on this.

At our London & East Service, there are some requirements to travel for Operational Area Meetings, Support Groups and Training Events.

This is an exciting, but demanding opportunity for someone to continue to build on an established fostering team. This will require someone with Vision, Energy and strong Leadership and Management skills to achieve what we expect of the service in the future.

To read the full role profile, please click here 20201013_Role Profile_ Fostering_Team_Manager.pdf

Hours:

This is a full-time role of 37 hours covering 5 days per week, and some flexibility can be working from home when agreed by the service manager.

Monday to Thursday 9 am – 5 pm and Friday 9 am – 4:30 pm although some flexibility will be required.

Why Five Rivers?
• Market-Related Salary plus on-call allowance
• 25 days of holiday per year plus 8 bank holidays
• £5,100 Car Allowance
• Enhanced Maternity leave package for mothers who have been with us for over 1 year.
• Company Pension Scheme
• Simply Health – Medical Cash Back Plan
• Free Parking on Site
• Refer a Friend Bonus
• Refer a Foster Carer Bonus for potential carers, not in your area.
• Employee assistance programs
• Professional Supervision by your manager
• Formal induction and training in our paperless electronic recording and management system (CHARMs)
• Individual and group Clinical reflective space provided by a qualified psychologist/clinician.
• Opportunities to integrate with our clinical, education and residential services.

Requirements:
• The desire to be a team player who wants to achieve the best possible outcomes for all our children and foster carers.
• Experience working in the fostering sector or with children/young people in social care.
• A formal social work qualification
• Be registered as a social worker with Social Work England
• Have a valid driving license.
• The right to work in the UK.

Do not delay your application. For more information, please get in touch with our recruitment team by calling 01722 435750 option 2 or by emailing Recruitment@five-rivers.org

We are also happy to arrange an informal chat with our service manager for you to discuss this role further.

Five Rivers Child Care is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of Children and Young People. Applicants must be willing to undergo appropriate child protection screening, including employment references and a DBS check.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.

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We are looking to appoint a Finance Manager and join our finance team in the heart of Salisbury.

As a Finance Manager at Five Rivers Child Care, you will oversee all end-to-end finance operations, financial planning and analysis, and balance sheet reconciliations. This role will also require you to support members of the finance team by completing supervisions and appraisals of all direct reports, as well as leading the team responsible for supporting payroll, VAT submissions, and other HMRC processes. You will be reporting to our Group Financial Controller.

​Working at Head Office, you will have the flexibility to work in the office five days a week or take advantage of our flexible hybrid working arrangement from the comfort of your own home.

​This is a full-time role, 37 hours per week, Monday to Thursday, 9:00 am – 5:00pm, and Fridays, 9:00am – 4:30pm.

​Five Rivers Child Care is a child-focused social enterprise with multiple locations nationwide, transforming children’s lives and placing children at the heart of everything we do. Our finance team is the heartbeat of this, ensuring that our staff, carers, and children are financially looked after.

For the complete role profile, please click apply: Role Profile Finance Manager_Nov 25.pdf

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For this role, you will need to have the following:

• Previously held a comparable role for at least a single entity and prior line management experience
• Strong technical accounting knowledge (Qualified or Part-Qualified)
• Creating statutory accounts and management accounts
• Experience in running annual audits
• Advanced Excel skills
• Ability to seek continual improvements

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We know how hard you will work in our team, so here are some of the benefits you will receive:

• 25 Days Holiday plus 8 bank holidays.
• Company Pension scheme.
• Simply Health Medical Cash Back Scheme.
• Blue Light Card
• Employee Support Programmes.
• Monthly professional one2one’s and Supervisions
• Team Meetings,
• Refer a Friend Scheme
• Continued professional development.
• Options for hybrid or full-office working

​Please register your interest for the role, by submitting your CV, if you have any questions about the role please contact our Recruitment Partner on 07545 661471 or email Caroline.olive@five-rivers.org

​Five Rivers Child Care is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of Children and Young People. Applicants must be willing to undergo appropriate child protection screening, including employment references and a DBS check

​We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.

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We are looking to appoint a Health & Safety Manager supporting our children’s services and central support teams nationwide.

Five Rivers Child Care is one of the UK’s most experienced practitioners in turning around the lives of vulnerable children and young people. We provide a range of services for looked-after children, including fostering, residential care, education, and clinical services.

Ensuring safe and healthy workplaces and residential homes for our staff and the children we care for is our highest priority, and we need you to join us in taking the lead in managing our Health and Safety.  All our staff understand the importance of this role, and your guidance will be sought after and valued.

We can offer you the opportunity to develop your career in a friendly, multi-site social enterprise with strong values at its core (in our recent Employee Survey, 96% of employees said they were proud to be a member of their team).

You will be responsible for our systems, policies and procedures, to ensure the health, safety and well-being of all employees, contractors, visitors and young people in our care. Experience in our care sector is helpful; however, your ability to relate to our teams and support them successfully in their health and safety practices is more important to us. 

You’ll be the direct link with our managers and Appointed Persons across the country and recommend appropriate training where needed.  We’ll need you to keep records, produce reports and tell us how we are doing and what we need to do to improve (we take our systems and improvements seriously and are ISO9001 accredited)

You will need full IOSH Qualifications and auditing experience, or ideally NEBOSH General Certificate or equivalent qualifications, along with knowledge of UK Health & Safety legislation, Health & Safety policies and procedures and how to operate best practice. 

The Health & Safety manager will provide proactive and expert advice to the board on all health and safety matters, as well as inspiring, motivating, and responsible individuals to take ownership of health & safety at their sites

To read the full role profile 20251120_Role Profile_ Health Safety Manager.pdf

To see the work that we do Five Rivers Child Care | Independent Fostering Agency

​This is a full-time role, 37 hours per week, Monday to Thursday, 9:00 am – 5:00 pm, and Fridays, 9:00 am – 4:30 pm.

The role is open nationwide, and you will be appointed a service or location to work from as a base depending on you location; however, you need to be able to commit to regular Travel across England and to our head office based in Salisbury.

​We know how hard you will work in our team, so here are some of the benefits you will receive:

• 25 Days Holiday plus 8 bank holidays.
• Car Allowance
• Company Pension scheme.
• Simply Health Medical Cash Back Scheme.
• Blue Light Card
• Employee Support Programmes.
• Monthly professional one2one’s and Supervisions
• Team Meetings,
• Refer a Friend Scheme
• Continued professional development.

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​Please register your interest for the role by contacting our Recruitment Partner on 07545 661471 or emailing your CV directly to Caroline.olive@five-rivers.org

​Five Rivers Child Care is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of Children and Young People. Applicants must be willing to undergo appropriate child protection screening, including employment references and a DBS check

​We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.

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Start a rewarding career with Foster Careline. We are looking for a Supervising Social Worker to join our team. Foster Careline is part of the Five Rivers Child Care Group. Five Rivers Child Care is a Social Enterprise committed to transforming the lives of children and young people through reinvesting their surplus in children’s futures.

We are seeking to appoint a Supervising Social Worker to provide support to our Foster Carers throughout the Northwest. Reporting into the office rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted, your role will be one of importance to carers and children.

Our Supervising Social Worker’s days are varied and interesting. You will be able to follow a flexible structure whilst supporting our foster carers, holding realistic caseloads and be able to provide a high level of supervision, monitoring, and intervention of this.

You will be working within a Trauma-informed practice model where we can support and follow therapeutic practice.

You will have the opportunity to complete Form F Assessments, participate in our Children & Young People’s participation and strategy events, and support our foster carers on a rota basis in our out-of-hours service.

Our leadership team will invest in your progression as a professional in the childcare sector. Not only do we source and deliver up-to-date training opportunities, but we also prioritise and discuss your personal development goals to ensure you’re getting the most out of your career. We know how important it is that we look after you, so you can look after the foster carers and children who need you.

Our young people may have had many adults come in and out of their lives, often adding to their trauma. Therefore, we are looking for committed and dedicated people who want to continue their careers with a therapeutically based organisation and leading independent fostering agency.

You will have access to formal CHARMS training as well as access to our peer and group clinical supervision provided by a qualified psychologist. You will have opportunities to integrate with our clinical, educational and residential services. We also like to promote from within so you will have access to career progression opportunities.

About Five Rivers
Foster Careline is a subsidiary of Five Rivers Child Care we are a Social Enterprise who have been turning children’s lives around since 1989.

We’re committed to ensuring that foster carers are recruited, supported, developed, and rewarded for the crucial role they take on when they become part of the Five Rivers fostering family.

Our Team at Foster Careline
We are a team of 12, and our team is growing. We have a dedicated and professional team with years of expertise working with CIC and Local Authorities. In addition to our permanent members of staff, we also have independent workers and panel members. We offer a fostering and foster care services over a vast geographical area within the North West Region, with families both North and South of the Central Lancashire area.

Hours
Our full-time hours are 37 hours per week, Monday to Thursday 9am -17:00pm and Fridays 9am – 16:30pm
The role is full-time over 5 days per week.

Why Foster Careline?
• 25 days plus 8 bank holidays annual leave allowance
• £4500 Car Allowance (on top of the annual salary)
• On-going training and learning through our Learning & Development Team
• We are committed to your development – we hold a Gold Investors in People Award
• Simply Health Medical Cash Back Scheme
• Blue Light Card
• Ongoing training and support from in-house and external trainers
• Employee Support Programmes
• Enhanced company pension scheme (4% employer contribution)
• Refer a friend bonus scheme
• Long service and recognition scheme

Requirements
• Good written and IT skills.
• Able to communicate with children, colleagues, and external customers.
• Able to actively listen to others.
• Formal Social Work Qualification
• Valid Driving Licence
• Have the Right to Work in the UK

If you have experience working within Fostering or simply have the passion to make a difference, we would love to hear from you!

Please do not delay in applying. Apply directly and fill out an application form or call the recruitment team on 01722 435750 (option 2) for more information.

To view the role profile in full, please click 'apply' 20201013_Role Profile_ Supervising_Social_Worker.docx

Five Rivers is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of Children and Young People. Applicants must be willing to undergo appropriate child protection screening, including employment references and a DBS check.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.

We are recruiting for a Fostering Engagement Social Worker to be part of our existing services based in Exeter and Truro which are currently actively looking to recruit new Foster Carers to help grow our Fostering Service and develop a recruitment plan to expand our national footprint. The area for this role requires travel across Devon, Cornwall and the South Somerset area.

The post holder will require creativity, flexibility, and the ability to travel within the service area to plan and deliver recruitment events to expand our Foster Carer Family and capacity to provide high-quality foster placements for children.

This is a forward-facing role working in communities, seeking opportunities to engage with prospective candidates who may wish to become approved Foster Carers. You will have experience working within Fostering Sector, either with an IFA or in the Local Authority. You will need the skills and knowledge to complete initial home visits through to Form F assessment and presentation at an independent panel.

You will work with and be supervised by the National Carer Recruitment Manager, and the local foster service manager will also support you in meeting our aspirations to grow our service.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with the drive and ambition to provide more high-quality foster placements for children in the area where we know there is a shortfall of foster families and children who need their care.

We offer opportunities for your progression and further training within the organisation; we are proud to have our ethos accredited with a Gold Investors in People award. You will receive regular supervision and support.

Hours
The role is 37.5 hours per week; you must be flexible to support our families and recruitment events across the service area. This could include evenings and weekends.

We will discuss this further with you at the interview.

Why Five Rivers?
• Formal induction and training in our paperless electronic recording and management system (CHARMs)
• Market-related salary plus car allowance
• Professional social work supervision provided by a manager
• Competitive annual leave allowance
• Career progression opportunities
• Pension scheme and access to employee assistance program
• Blue Light Card

Upon application, we will arrange for you to speak with your potential line manager to discuss this role in detail.

Please complete your application form in full and return this to Recruitment@five-rivers.org

If you are shortlisted for the role, please be aware that you will be invited to a formal interview day, where we will ask you to prepare a presentation.

Five Rivers Child Care is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of Children and Young People. Applicants must be willing to undergo appropriate child protection screening, including employment references and DBS check.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.

We are looking for Teaching Assistants to join our school in Doncaster. You will work with an experienced team in a culture where children are respected, listened to, and involved in as many decisions as possible.

As a TA, your day will be varied and interesting. You will support our teachers by assisting in the classrooms and the community for children who cannot attend school. You will follow a flexible structure and support our children and young people to unlock their passion for learning.

You will work within a Trauma-informed practice model where we can support and follow a therapeutic practice.

Our leadership team will invest in your professional development in the Education sector. We source and deliver up-to-date training opportunities and prioritise and discuss your personal development goals to ensure you get the most out of your career.

Our young people may have had many adults come in and out of their lives, often adding to their trauma. Therefore, we seek dedicated people who want to continue their careers with a therapeutically based organisation and leading alternative education provision.

Hours
Term Time: This aligns with the local authority.
Our full-time hours are 37.5 hours per week.
The role is full-time, over five days per week.

Why Five Rivers?
o Simply Health Medical Cash Back Scheme
o Blue Light Card
o Company Pension
o Ongoing training and support from in-house and external trainers
o Employee Support Programmes
o Enhanced maternity package for mothers who have been with us for over one year.
o On-going training and learning through our Learning & Development Team
o Refer a Friend bonus scheme.
o Refer a Foster Carer Bonus
o Long service and recognition scheme

Requirements
o Good written and IT skills.
o Able to communicate with children, colleagues, and external customers.
o Able to actively listen to others.
o Valid Driving Licence – this is essential for this role
o Have the Right to Work in the UK

If you have experience working within a specialist education provision or are passionate about making a difference, we would love to hear from you!

Please make sure to apply. Apply directly, fill out an application form, or call the recruitment team on 01722 435750 (option 2) for more information.

Five Rivers is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of Children and Young People. Applicants must be willing to undergo appropriate child protection screening, including employment references and a DBS check.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.
Five Rivers is an Investor in People and Equal Opportunities employer.

We are recruiting a full-time Senior Therapeutic Care Worker to join our children’s homes based in East Lancashire.

Life Change Care offers a therapeutic environment for young people aged 10-17 upon admission, in a home which can accommodate up to 4 young people. We follow our trauma-informed emotional regulation (TIER) practice model, which is embedded in all our homes, and we are proud to be part of the Five Rivers Family.

As a Senior Therapeutic Care Worker, you will be part of a team that provides a supportive and nurturing environment, promoting independence, safety, and well-being. You will support our young people by addressing their day-to-day needs, participating in activities, and celebrating milestones. You will be part of an established team that provides the care and support needed to transform children’s lives.

You will have experience working within a residential setting, particularly with young people with emotional difficulties or challenging behaviour and have a passion for working with children and young people.

You will support the Registered and Deputy Manager of the home by leading the team and regularly supervising, coaching, and key-working with our young people and staff.

For the Full Role profile please contact the recruitment team   

Key Criteria
• You must hold your Level 3 /4 diploma in residential childcare
• At least 2 years’ experience in a residential childcare setting
• Full Driving UK Driving Licence (desirable)
• Due to the age of our young people, you must be over the age of 21 to apply for this role

Hours
37.5 hours per week on a rota basis, this includes weekend, evenings and sleep ins
Sleep-ins: you will be expected to complete at least two sleep-ins per week.

Why Life Change Care?
• 28 Days annual leave per year including bank holidays
• Company Pension Scheme
• Employee wellbeing services
• Blue Light Card
• Professional Supervision
• Ongoing Training and Development
• Long Service
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Refer a Friend Bonus
• Refer a Foster Carer Bonus

Please do not delay in applying for the role; please complete the application form in full; for more information, please get in touch with our recruitment team on 01722 435750 option 2 or email recruitment@five-rivers.org

LCC Ltd, a subsidiary of Five Rivers, is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of Children and Young People. Applicants must be willing to undergo appropriate child protection screening, including employment references and a DBS check.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.

An exciting opportunity is available to join our service in the South & South East as a Fostering Engagement Social Worker, to help develop our Fostering Service in the region in recruiting and assessing new Foster Carers and to support their professional development in their role.

The post holder will require creativity, flexibility, and the ability to travel within the service area to plan and deliver recruitment events to expand our Foster Carer capacity to provide high-quality foster placements for children.

You will work with and be supervised by the National Carer Recruitment Manager and the local Fostering Service Manager who will also support you to meet the aspirations we have to grow our service footprint across the region.

You will have experience of either
• Working within a Fostering environment either with an IFA or in the Local Authority and a proven track record of completing Initial Home Visits for prospective applicants, and Form F Assessments within agreed timescales and presenting these at panel (Qualified Social Worker)

There are no case-holding responsibilities in this role.

You will need to be able to evidence you have a flexible, creative, and dynamic approach to researching and facilitating a range of recruitment opportunities.

This is a great opportunity for someone who has the drive and ambition to provide more high-quality foster placements for children where we know that there is a shortfall of foster families and children who are in need of their care.

This role is primarily to arrange and host recruitment events across the region and requires a high level of engagement with the public to raise awareness of Fostering with a Leading Independent Fostering Agency. A dynamic and confident personality is essential as well as the ability to process information and encourage interested people to apply to become a Foster Carer.

Five Rivers Child Care is a leading Social Enterprise supporting children and young people with a range of services which include foster homes located across England. By joining us, you will be part of a team wholly committed to our mission of ‘Turning children’s lives around’ and help children and young people who have experienced adversity to achieve their full potential.

You will also receive:
• Formal induction and training in our paperless electronic recording and management system (CHARMs)
• Market related salary plus car allowance
• Regular supervision provided by a manager
• Competitive annual leave allowance
• Career progression opportunities
• Pension scheme and access to employee assistance program
• Blue Light card
• Simplyhealth Medical Cash Back plan

For more information, or an informal discussion to find out more about this exciting role, please contact our recruitment team on recruitment@five-rivers.org or call 01722 435750 – option 2.

Five Rivers Child Care is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of Children and Young People. Applicants must be willing to undergo appropriate child protection screening, including employment references and a DBS check.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age