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Take the next step in your career with Five Rivers and explore our current vacancies below, or learn more about our residential careers.
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Take the next step in your career with Five Rivers and explore our current vacancies below, or learn more about our residential careers.
We are looking for a Family Support Worker to join our education service in Doncaster. You will work with an experienced team in a culture where children are valued, respected, listened to, and involved in as many decisions as possible.
A Family Support Worker is a new, exciting, and important role involving various tasks. The worker works directly with children and young people, teaching staff, families, and other professionals to ensure quality outcomes for children and young people.
You will be involved in participation events with our children, coordinating group work and activities in a skilled, focused way as part of our agreed programme. You will also support the school in promoting the health and well-being of the area's children, young people, and their families.
We are looking for someone who will always think of the child, ensuring they are at the forefront of all decisions. Be able to work as a team and communicate with children and adults. Experience working in the fostering sector and/or with children/young people would be an advantage but not necessary. No formal social work/education qualifications are necessary. However, a Level 3 in child care requires understanding and empathy for the work required.
For this role, you need to be able to drive and have access to a car. You must also be flexible, as you may need to work occasional evenings and be committed to therapeutic training.
For full details about the role, please read the role profile in full. 202404_Role_Profile_Family Support Worker_EDU.pdf
About Five Rivers
Five Rivers Child Care is a Social Enterprise that has been turning children’s lives around since 1989.
Our independent schools offer a therapeutic framework that promotes academic success, emotional growth and personal development. Not all children respond to mainstream schools and require alternative environments to prosper in.
Hours
This full-time role involves 37.5 hours per week of flexible working.
Monday 08:30 – 5:00 pm
Tuesday – Friday 08:30 to 16:30pm
Why Five Rivers?
• 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
• 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)
• Refer a friend bonus scheme.
• Long service and recognition scheme
For more information, please get in touch with our recruitment team at [email protected] or 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 race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.
We are recruiting for a Fostering Business Support Coordinator to join our team in the West Country on maternity cover for 12 months.
The West Country Business Support Team works cohesively across the service. We are a friendly, hardworking team that enjoys working alongside our social workers and fostering support worker colleagues. You will be based in either the Exeter or Truro office.
Working for Five Rivers has many benefits arising from its commitment as a Social Enterprise to invest in the services it provides to Foster Carers, children, and staff.
Our Trauma Informed (ATIC) model integrates across our Fostering, Residential, Clinical, and Education services to achieve the best possible outcomes for young people.
Your job will include:
• Maintaining the CHARMS database to ensure compliance
• Answering telephone and email enquiries
• Processing regular checks for present foster carers and children
• Processing financial claims, liaising with the finance team
• Organising room bookings
• Attending monthly meetings and Taking minutes
• Ensuring Five Rivers policies and procedures are adhered to
• Any additional administrative task or projects maybe required by the business or fostering managers.
• To promote inclusion and participation of children and young people in the development of the foster service.
Hours
This is a full-time role covering Monday to Thursday, 9:00-17:00, Friday, 9:00-16:30
This is a Maternity Cover contract for 12 months.
You will receive:
• Formal induction and training in our paperless electronic recording and management system (CHARMS)
• Monthly supervision provided by the Office Manager
• Competitive annual leave allowance
• Career progression opportunities
• Pension scheme and access to employee assistance program
• Perkbox discount scheme membership
• Simplyhealth Membership
You will have:
• The desire to be a team player who wants to achieve the best possible outcomes for all our children and foster carers
• Experience of working in the fostering sector and/or children/young people in social care (preferable)
• Excellent Word and Excel skills plus knowledge of PowerPoint
• The ability to handle complex situations
• Proven organisation skills and time management
• A valid driving licence
• The right to work in the UK
20240129_Role Profile _ Fostering Business Support Coordinator v2.pdf
If you are interested, please do not delay your application.
For more information, please e-mail our recruitment team at [email protected] 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 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 want to hear from you if you are a creative and confident Communications or Public Relations professional with a genuine interest in making a difference in the lives of children in care.
We are looking for a Communications and PR Officer to join our friendly Salisbury-based team. You will be interested and enthusiastic about all aspects of communications and PR, have a knack for writing, and be willing to jump into any task with a positive, can-do attitude.
Reporting to our Communications and Partnerships Manager, you will be eager to support and learn from our close-knit team of eight. We’re a busy team, supporting many different children’s services across the country and your role will be varied, touching many different aspects of communications and public relations.
You will be integral in drafting and shaping our internal and external communications. You will understand popular social media platforms well and, ideally, bring experience of creating and publishing social media content. You will be interested in working with the media and scouting out press opportunities, as well as writing press releases, case studies, and features, with the support of your manager.
You may be a current or aspiring PR Executive with two years or more of experience in a similar role. We do not expect you to have done everything set out here—we are here to help and develop you.
Keen on this role but seen something you’re not sure about? Don’t rule yourself out – give us a call to talk it through. For an informal discussion, please contact Holly Windsor-Newton on 07709 714472
Application deadline: midnight on Sunday, 14 July
First stage (Teams/phone) interviews: Thursday, 19 July
Face to face interview: Thursday, 25 July
A flexible, blended approach to home and office working is in place for the team, but you must be willing and able to travel to our office in the Heart of Salisbury a minimum of twice a week with the rest of the Marketing & Communications team.
The working hours are Monday to Thursday: 09:00 – 17:00, Friday, 09:00-4:30
Why Five Rivers?
Role Profile: Communications and PR Job Description.pdf
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 is an Investor in People and Equal Opportunities employer Find out more here: https://bit.ly/3xt21u9
An exciting opportunity is available for an experienced Social Worker to join our service in the Midlands and South West, 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 Operations Manager for Service Development 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 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.
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.
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.
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.
You will also receive:
Role Profile: CRSW Role SW NOV23.pdf
For more information, or an informal discussion to find out more about this exciting role, please contact Jem Orman, Operations Manager on 07553351636
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
We are looking for a Supervising Social Worker to work in our West Country service based in our Plymouth office covering carers in Plymouth and other parts of Devon. This is a 12-month fixed term contract.
The role offers a hybrid working arrangement, with some work completed from home, face-to-face meetings with foster carers across Devon, and team meetings held in our Exeter or Plymouth offices. You would join a thriving and growing community of foster carers and a team of staff with a strong, welcoming, and child-centred ethos.
Five Rivers works from a Trauma-informed (ATIC) model, integrating our fostering, residential, clinical, and education services to achieve the best possible outcomes for young people. Teams are supported by a psychologist and a therapeutic practitioner, who are also foster support workers and business support coordinators. This, alongside manageable workloads, means social workers have the time and resources they need to provide high-quality support to their foster families.
To find out more about our fostering service https://five-rivers.org/fostering/
You will directly support our foster carers with realistic caseloads, which enables a higher level of supervision, Monitoring, and intervention. As a supervising social worker, you will be working within a trauma-informed practice model that is continually evolving; you will support recruitment events and complete Form F Assessments.
A supervising social worker needs to be a team player and want to achieve the best possible outcome for all our foster carers and children. You will need to be registered with Social Work England and have a formal social work qualification.
The role also requires you to have access to a car for completing visits and the right to work in the UK.
For the full role profile, please click below
20201013_Role Profile_ Supervising_Social_Worker.pdf
Why Five Rivers?
• Professional social work supervision provided by a manager.
• Group Clinical supervision provided by a qualified psychologist/clinician.
• 25 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays each year
• Access to high-quality training & career progression opportunities
• Market-related salary plus on-call allowance plus car allowance
• Pension scheme and access to employee assistance program
• Perk box discount scheme membership
• Enhanced Maternity leave package for mothers who have been with us for over one year.
• Simplyhealth Membership
Please complete your application form in full and return this to [email protected] or call 01722 435750 option 2
If you are shortlisted for the role, please be aware that you will be invited to a formal interview day, where you will have the opportunity to meet with our leadership team and young people.
Five Rivers Childcare 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 race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.
We are recruiting for a Residential Team Leader to join our Home in Leeds, West Yorkshire.
Our home is for five Children aged 7 – 12 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 as a minimum.
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
• 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)
• 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, [email protected] or call 01722 435750 option 2
We reserve the right to close this role earlier than 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 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 recruiting for a Residential Team Leader to join our Home in Weymouth, Dorset.
Our home is for one child aged 7 – 12 on admission. 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. The home is easily commutable from towns such as Weymouth, Osmington, Dorchester, and Wareham.
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’re getting the most out of your career.
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
• 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)
• 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, [email protected] or call 01722 435750 option 2
we reserve the right to close this role earlier than 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 an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or ageWe are recruiting for a Residential Team Leader to join our Home in Taunton, Somerset.
Our home is for three Children aged 7 – 12 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 will pay for your qualification – Level 4 Diploma in Residential Child Care
• We are committed to your development – we hold a Gold Investors in People Award
• Simplyhealth 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)
• 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, [email protected] 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 an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of 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 one2one 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. 20200227_Role_Profile_Teacher_Outreach 1 ACE.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?
Requirements
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.
#INDEDU
We are looking for Higher Level Teaching Assistants (HLTA) to join our 1 Ace School 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?
Requirements
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.
Five Rivers is an Investor in People and Equal Opportunities employer.
#INDEDU
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 or a specialisms in English
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.
To view the role profile in full, please click apply. 20201020_Role_Profile_Teacher_.pdf
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 to Friday 08:30am -16:30pm
The role is full time over 5 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?
Requirements
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.
#INDEDU
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?
Requirements
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 is an Investor in People and Equal Opportunities employer.
Our education service is growing, and we are looking for Teachers to join our school in Rochdale. 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 experience in teaching.
English KS3 – KS5
Maths KS3 – KS5
Science KS3 – KS5
As a Teacher, 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 Profile20201020_Role_Profile_Teacher_.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
• Perk Box High Street Discounts
• 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
• 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.
Five Rivers is an Investor in People Gold
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.
Full Role Profile
20201020_Role_Profile_HLTA.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
• Perk Box High Street Discounts
• 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
• 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 is an Investor in People Gold
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.
We are particularly interested in speaking with teachers who have experience in teaching Maths and English GCSE level and a Science teacher
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.
To view the role profile in full, please click apply
20201020_Role_Profile_Teacher_1ACE.pdf
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 – 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.
Five Rivers is an Investor in People Gold accredited company and a proud member of Social Enterprise.
#INDEDU
We are looking for Higher Level Teaching Assistants (HLTA) to join ourschool without walls covering the Bristol and Bath areas. 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 Bristol
You will teach our children in the community in an outreach capacity across Bristol and Bath.
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 JH edit.pdf
1Ace https://five-rivers.org/education/schools/1ace/
Hours
Term Time: this goes in line with local authority.
Our full-time hours are 37.5 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?
Requirements
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 teachers to join our school without walls covering the Bristol and Bath areas, which is our 1 Ace Provision. You will work 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 with experience teaching.
English Key stages 2-4.
Maths Key Stage 2-4
As a 1 ACE Teacher, your day will be varied and exciting. 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 schools.
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. 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 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.
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
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 – 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.
#INDEDU
We are looking for Higher Level Teaching Assistants (HLTA) to join our 1 Ace provision in Orpington, Kent; you will work 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 can 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.
Hours
Term Time: This is 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 five days per week; however, if you would like the opportunity to work part-time or in compressed hours, we would be happy to speak to you about this.
Why Five Rivers?
Requirements
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.
Five Rivers is an Investor in People and Equal Opportunities employer. In 2021.
#INDEDU
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a full-time Supervising Social Worker to join our South West fostering service, your base will be at our office in Maisemore – Gloucestershire the role offers a hybrid way of working.
The ideal applicant will have experience of working with looked after children and foster carers, but this is not essential, as we offer an extensive training programme for all our staff. You will be joining an experienced team and will need to share our commitment to supporting our foster families who are passionate about turning children’s lives around.
You will have a manageable caseload and the support and resources to engage positively with foster carers and children.
This role is working on 5 days a week.
Five Rivers works from a Trauma-informed (ATIC) model with integration across our fostering, residential, clinical and education services to achieve the best possible outcomes for young people.
You will be responsible for:
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You will receive:
You will have:
For an informal chat please contact our recruitment team on 01722 435750 and press option 2 or e-mail [email protected]
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.
We are currently looking for qualified teachers to join our 1Ace Virtual School provision. These teachers should be experienced in teaching KS2-KS4 children and can deliver high-quality online English, Maths, and other national curriculum subjects. We would also like to hear from qualified teachers who can teach ESOL lessons to children.
As a full-time teacher, you will support our Children and young people through an online platform. We teach a wide range of pupils, including mainstream and pupils with SEN and SEMH needs. We would be interested in hearing about your specialisms.
Find more about our 1 Ace Virtual School here Virtual Learning | 1ACE Outreach Programme | Five Rivers (five-rivers.org)
Role Profile - 28.04.23 - RoleProfile- Online Teacher.pdf
Hours;
The hours are 37.5 per week Monday to Friday
The applicant must be flexible as you will be teaching children after normal school hours.
The role will be home-based, and you will be provided with all the necessary equipment; it is not essential that you have experience teaching online, as full training will be given.
We are committed to your learning and development, and you will be required to attend training and team meetings, whether face-to-face or virtually.
To be suitable for this role, all applicants must:
• Hold UK QTS in primary or secondary education.
• Have a minimum of two years of teaching experience.
• Commit to the training requirements for this role for which you will be paid for this.
• Hold or agree to an enhanced DBS and be on the DBS update service.
• Have access to the internet.
Working at Five Rivers
You will receive the following.
• Professional Regular supervision
• Company Pension Scheme
• Simplyhealth – Medical Cashback plan
• Perkbox - discounts in many high street shops, leisure facilities and restaurants.
• Long Service Awards
• Career Development, in-house and external training
• Employee Referral Scheme
INTERVIEW TASK
You will be asked to prepare a KS2, 3 or 4, 30-minute online lesson in your specialist subject for a specific year group. You will be asked to present your lesson preparation for 10 minutes during the interview.
For more information, please get in touch with recruitment by emailing [email protected] or call 01722 435 750 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.
Your Teaching career with Five Rivers Child Care starts here; we are looking for Teachers to join our school in Park House, Somerset, our 1 Ace Provision. You will work 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 experience in teaching
English Teacher
As a 1 ACE 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 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 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 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, a teaching site at a local equine facility, and 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!
To view the role profile in full, please click apply.
20201020_Role_Profile_Teacher_1ACE.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
Why Five Rivers?
Requirements
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.
Five Rivers is an Investor in People Gold accredited company and a proud member of Social Enterprise.
#INDEDU
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
• 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)
• 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, [email protected] 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 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 recruiting a Supervising Social Worker to join our fostering service based in Harold Wood, Romford, Essex, on a full-time basis. Our service covers London and the surrounding counties per our growth and development strategy.
Your base will be from the Harold Wood, Romford Office - rated good by Ofsted.
As a Supervising social worker, your role will be varied. You will work directly with our foster carers within a realistic caseload, which enables a high level of supervision, monitoring and intervention. This gives you the support and resources to engage positively with foster carers and children. We work within a trauma-informed practice model (ATIC) with integration across our fostering, residential, clinical and education services to achieve the best possible outcomes for young people. This model is continually evolving with updated research and practice development.
You will also be involved in recruitment events for prospective fostering families within our foster carer recruitment activities, completing Form F assessments and support participation events for our young people.
Work in collaboration with all colleagues and managers to achieve a high standard of service to foster carers and young people whilst meeting all Ofsted requirements.
Working for Five Rivers has many benefits arising from its commitment as a Social Enterprise to invest heavily in the services it provides to Foster Carers, children, and staff; we are proud holders of the Investors in People (IIP) award – Gold.
To view the role profile in full, please click 'apply' 20201013_Role Profile_ Supervising_Social_Worker.pdf
Working Hours
Monday to Thursday 9am -5pm
Friday 9am -16:30pm
You will also be participating in our out-of-hours duty line, supporting our foster carers on a rota basis.
Although we would like to see you in the office, we are able to support hybrid working when agreed with our service manager.
Why Five Rivers?
Working at Five Rivers, you will not only be turning children's lives around every day, you will also receive the following
You will receive:
You will have
Do not delay your application. For more information, please e-mail our recruitment team at [email protected] or call the recruitment team on 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 a Therapeutic Practitioner to join our Fostering Service in Essex.
In this role you will offer therapeutic support our Fostering services based in Harold Wood and Benfleet. Your primary task will be to support our foster carers and team around the child with oversight from the Clinical Psychologist, and the Service/Team Manager.
This will include working with foster carers and colleagues from a therapeutically informed perspective to support their understanding of the impact of trauma and adversity. You will also work with the team to agree on and implement strategies to support children and young people in reaching their full potential.
As a Fostering Therapeutic Practitioner, you will work alongside the team clinician and the management team to embed Attachment and Trauma-Informed Care (ATIC) approaches.
We welcome applications from both full and part-time colleagues to apply for this role. If full-time time, your role will be split between current duties and the Therapeutic Practitioner role.
Salary: £40,622 to £43,520 full-time equivalent.
You will be based in your local Fostering Office as follows.
Service Days
3 Days
London ( Harold Wood and QFC)
2 days London & East (Harold Wood)
1 Day Quality Foster Care (Benfleet)
Role Requirements:
• Essential: Experience in providing intervention to families and/or young people in a therapeutic and trauma-informed environment
• Desirable: Social Work Degree; CQSW; Dip SW or equivalent, including Social Work registration with Social Work England
• Desirable: Working towards or have completed a formally recognised Therapeutic and Trauma-informed training/qualification.
Responsibilities and Duties:
• Offer short-term structured interventions to foster carers around therapeutic fostering practices under the supervision of the Assessment and therapy Clinician as needed.
• Chair internal meetings relating to placement stability and significant events following a meeting template (amber and red flag meeting)
• Attend external multidisciplinary meetings alongside foster carers and supervising social workers e.g. CLA reviews, meetings with schools, stability meetings
• Co-ordinate and deliver therapeutic support groups for foster carers.
• Co-facilitate foster carer training with the Assessment & Therapy clinician.
• Facilitate psycho-education sessions for foster carers (1:1 or small groups)
• Provide reports on interventions carried out with foster carers.
Role Profile - 20230515_Role Profile_ Therapeutic Social Work Practitioner.pdf
You will receive:
For more information about the role, please get in touch with our Recruitment Team by emailing [email protected] or calling 01722 435750 option 2
Five Rivers Childcare 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 a Supervising Social Worker to join our fostering service based in Bromsgrove, Worcestershire, on a full-time basis. Our service essentially covers the west midlands, including Bromsgrove, Birmingham, Nuneaton, Rugby, Coventry, Wolverhampton, Leicestershire and the surrounding areas per our growth and development strategy.
Your base will be from the Bromsgrove Office - rated good by Ofsted.
As a Supervising social worker, your role will be varied; you will work directly with our foster carers within a realistic caseload, which enables a high level of supervision, monitoring and intervention. This gives you the support and resources to engage positively with foster carers and children. We work within a trauma-informed practice model (ATIC) with integration across our fostering, residential, clinical and education services to achieve the best possible outcomes for young people. This model is continually evolving with updated research and practice development.
You will also be involved in recruitment events for prospective fostering families within our foster carer recruitment activities, completing Form F assessments and support participation events for our young people.
Work in collaboration with all colleagues and managers to achieve a high standard of service to foster carers and young people whilst meeting all Ofsted requirements.
Working for Five Rivers has many benefits arising from its commitment as a Social Enterprise to invest heavily in the services it provides to Foster Carers, children, and staff; we are proud holders of the Investors in People (IIP) award – Gold.
To view the role profile in full, please click 'apply' 20201013_Role Profile_ Supervising_Social_Worker.pdf
Working Hours
Monday to Thursday 9am -5pm
Friday 9am -16:30pm
You will also be participating in our out-of-hours duty line, supporting our foster carers on a rota basis.
Although we would like to see you in the office, we are able to support hybrid working when agreed with our service manager.
Why Five Rivers?
Working at Five Rivers, you will not only be turning children's lives around every day, you will also receive the following
You will receive:
You will have
Do not delay your application. For more information, please e-mail our recruitment team at [email protected] or call the recruitment team on 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.
Five Rivers Child Care is one of the UK’s most experienced practitioners in turning around lives of vulnerable children and young people through our nationwide fostering, residential and education services
We are looking for an enthusiastic Administrator to join our HR team on a full-time or part time basis. Working closely with our HR Business Partners, you’ll be part of a friendly team where you will act as the first point of contact to support the day-to-day HR activities and cover the full employee lifecycle (onboarding of new starters, probations, sickness, leavers, compliance checks, Length of Service awards, exit interviews)
You will need to have an excellent eye for detail and be able to prioritise your workload. You will ideally have experience in a fast-paced HR environment handling a variety of queries, or strong interest in HR and experience of working in a busy office environment where you have had to process information quickly and accurately.
A flexible, blended approach to home and office working is in place for the team, but you must be willing and able to travel to our office in the Heart of Salisbury a minimum of twice a week with the rest of the HR team.
The full time working hours are Monday to Thursday: 09:00 – 17:00, Friday, 09:00- 16:30.
If you are interested in part time- just indicate it on your application form ( we will need a minimum of 22.5 hours per week)
Why Five Rivers?
For the full criteria of the role please read the role profile below:
Role Profile
Role Profile_HR Administrator June 2024 .pdf
to find out more information about the role please contact Recruitment 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 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 Supervising Social Worker to work in our North service based in our Doncaster office covering carers in Doncaster and other parts Yorkshire. This is a 12-month fixed term contract.
The role offers a hybrid working arrangement, with some work completed from home, face-to-face meetings with foster carers across Yorkshire. You would join a thriving and growing community of foster carers and a team of staff with a strong, welcoming, and child-centred ethos.
Five Rivers works from a Trauma-informed (ATIC) model, integrating our fostering, residential, clinical, and education services to achieve the best possible outcomes for young people. Teams are supported by a psychologist and a therapeutic practitioner, who are also foster support workers and business support coordinators. This, alongside manageable workloads, means social workers have the time and resources they need to provide high-quality support to their foster families.
To find out more about our fostering service https://five-rivers.org/fostering/
You will directly support our foster carers with realistic caseloads, which enables a higher level of supervision, Monitoring, and intervention. As a supervising social worker, you will be working within a trauma-informed practice model that is continually evolving; you will support recruitment events and complete Form F Assessments.
A supervising social worker needs to be a team player and want to achieve the best possible outcome for all our foster carers and children. You will need to be registered with Social Work England and have a formal social work qualification.
The role also requires you to have access to a car for completing visits and the right to work in the UK.
For the full role profile, please click below
20201013_Role Profile_ Supervising_Social_Worker.pdf
Why Five Rivers?
• Professional social work supervision provided by a manager.
• Group Clinical supervision provided by a qualified psychologist/clinician.
• 25 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays each year
• Access to high-quality training & career progression opportunities
• Market-related salary plus on-call allowance plus car allowance
• Pension scheme and access to employee assistance program
• Perk box discount scheme membership
• Enhanced Maternity leave package for mothers who have been with us for over one year.
• Simplyhealth Membership
Please complete your application form in full and return this to [email protected] or call 01722 435750 option 2
If you are shortlisted for the role, please be aware that you will be invited to a formal interview day, where you will have the opportunity to meet with our leadership team and young people.
Five Rivers Childcare 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 race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.
We are looking for Higher Level Teaching Assistants (HLTA) to join our school without walls covering the Taunton and Somerset areas. 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 schools.
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.
1 Ace Taunton
You will be teaching our children in the community in an outreach capacity and may also be based part of the time in our school in Taunton.
You will be teaching across Somerset.
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 Taunton 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
Why Five Rivers?
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.
We are recruiting for a Fostering Support Worker to join our fostering service in the Midlands on a Part-Time Basis. You will be part of the Chesterfield Service and work predominantly within the Midlands region. You will be part of a fast-growing team working with the Team Manager, Supervising Social Workers/Senior Practitioners and Clinical Team to develop the service further.
Due to our continuing service development, we are seeking to appoint a part-time foster support worker to provide support to our supervising social workers and foster carers throughout the Midlands region. This exciting and important role requires a range of tasks, working directly with children and young people, Foster Carers, and other professionals to ensure quality outcomes for children and young people.
As a fostering support worker, your responsibilities will include:
You will work directly with our children and young people in a skilled and focused way as part of an agreed programme of work. You will coordinate groups for trips and participation events and collaborate with our foster carers to give our children and young people a voice.
Within the Agency we have a shared culture in terms of Business Growth. The Midlands Chesterfield office continues to grow and develop. As such you will be part of this exciting journey in terms of continued growth which includes our Recruitment Plan for new foster carers to join the Team.
You will need to be thinking of the child, ensuring they are at the forefront of all decisions. Must be able to work as a team member to achieve the best outcomes for the children and be able to communicate with children and adults. Experience working in the fostering sector and/or with children/young people would be an advantage but not necessary. No formal social work qualifications are necessary, but understanding and empathy for the work required is necessary and on-going training and development will be provided.
Desired skills and requirements:
• Experience of working directly with children and young people
• Commitment to engaging in therapeutic training
• Full UK driving license and access to a car
• Commitment to working flexible hours
• Occasional evenings and weekends where this is agreed with line manager
Hours
22 hours per weekdays will be confirmed to you
Benefits:
To read the full role profile please click apply
Role Profile: 20200122_Role_Profile_Fostering_Support_Worker.docx
For more information, please contact our recruitment team at [email protected] 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 a Business Support Coordinator to join our fostering service in the West Country; you will be based either in our Exeter or Truro Office on a part time basis.
The Truro, Plymouth, and Exeter administrative teams work cohesively across the service. We are a friendly, hardworking team who enjoy working alongside our social workers and fostering support worker colleagues.
Our Trauma-Informed (ATIC) model integrates our Fostering, Residential, Clinical, and Education services to achieve the best possible outcomes for young people.
The administrative duties for the role include answering general queries and fostering-related business by phone and email, processing regular checks for current foster carers and children, diary management and room bookings, taking minutes in meetings, and liaising with head office finance teams.
You will also be responsible for
• Maintaining the CHARMS database to ensure compliance
• Ensuring Five Rivers policies and procedures are adhered to
• The business or fostering managers may require additional administrative tasks or projects.
• To promote inclusion and participation of children and young people in the development of the foster service.
As a Business Support Coordinator, you must have excellent knowledge and working practice in Word, Excel and PowerPoint, as well as proven organisation and time management skills.
You will need to hold a Full Driving Licence and have access to a vehicle as you may be asked to travel between offices, and you must have the right to work in the UK
For full details about the role, please read the role profile below
20240129_Role Profile _ Fostering Business Support Coordinator v2.pdf
Hours
The Hours are 22 hours per week and are Office Based
Our normal office hours are Monday to Thursday 9am -5pm, Friday 9am – 16:30pm
Days will be confirmed with you if you are successful
Why Five Rivers?
Working for Five Rivers has many benefits arising from its commitment as a Social Enterprise to invest in the services it provides to Foster Carers, children, and staff.
You will receive:
For more information, please e-mail our recruitment team at [email protected] 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 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.
#INDFOS
We are recruiting for a Fostering Support Worker to join our fostering service in the West Country. You will be part of the Exeter Service and work predominantly within the Devon region. You will be part of a fast-growing team working with the Team Manager, Supervising Social Workers/Senior Practitioners and Clinical Team to develop the service further.
Due to our continuing service development, we are seeking to appoint a foster support worker to provide support to our supervising social workers and foster carers throughout the West Country region. This exciting and important role requires a range of tasks, working directly with children and young people, Foster Carers, and other professionals to ensure quality outcomes for children and young people.
As a fostering support worker, your responsibilities will include:
You will work directly with our children and young people in a skilled and focused way as part of an agreed programme of work. You will coordinate groups for trips and participation events and collaborate with our foster carers to give our children and young people a voice.
Within the agency we have a shared culture in terms of Business Growth. The Exeter office continues to grow and develop. As such you will be part of this exciting journey in terms of continued growth which includes our Recruitment Plan for new foster carers to join the Team.
You will need to be thinking of the child, ensuring they are at the forefront of all decisions. Must be able to work as a team member to achieve the best outcomes for the children and be able to communicate with children and adults. Experience working in the fostering sector and/or with children/young people would be an advantage but not necessary. No formal social work qualifications are necessary, but understanding and empathy for the work required is necessary and on-going training and development will be provided.
Desired skills and requirements:
• Experience of working directly with children and young people
• Commitment to engaging in therapeutic training
• Full UK driving license and access to a car
• Commitment to working flexible hours
• Occasional evenings and weekends where this is agreed with line manager
Hours
This is a Full-Time role covering 37 hours a week with some flexibility required to working some weekends
Benefits:
To read the full role profile please click apply
Role Profile: 20200122_Role_Profile_Fostering_Support_Worker.docx
For more information, please contact our recruitment team at [email protected] 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 homes in Salisbury. 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:
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 of £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 Qualification. 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 lifetime.
Looking after you is important, so we offer benefits to provide you with a range of support.
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.
We are recruiting for our residential children’s home in Weymouth, Dorset. 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:
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 holiday!
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 lifetime.
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.
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 [email protected]
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
#INDRES
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
• Perk Box – 100’s of high street and web-based discounts
• 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 discount card eligibility
• 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 [email protected].
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.
#INDRES
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 7-12 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:
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.
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 [email protected]
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 recruiting Sessional /Bank Residential Support Workers for our new home in Plymouth, Devon. Our home for ages 16+ in a supported living setting
As a Sessional Residential Support worker, you will teach and guide our young people to prepare for independent living, participate in and plan activities to support them with school and college work and support our young people who may have experienced Adverse Childhood Experiences and trauma using our trauma-informed practices, which are embedded within our culture.
The Five Rivers leadership team will invest in your progression as a professional in the childcare 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 are looking for committed and dedicated Senior Residential Support Workers. You’ll be a natural at building a rapport with young people and full of empathy, so you can understand and relate to the young people you work with.
In this role, you need to be emotionally aware and resilient to be able to support the young people and the staff team you will be working with
To become a Sessional Residential Support Worker, you must hold a minimum Level 3 or Equivalent in Residential Child Care.
Hours
Within this role, you can be flexible and let us know when you are available for shifts to support our young people.
The home is open 365 days a year, 7 days a week, so we can accommodate your hours; you will receive an additional £50 per sleep-in.
Working alone with young people will also be expected in this home.
A driver’s licence is essential for this role.
You must commit to the training Five Rivers provides for this home, as well as the monthly team meetings and reflective space.
You will receive.
• Company pension scheme
• £50 per sleep in
• Employee Support Programme
• Ongoing Training, Including all core subjects and Proactive Approaches
Role Profile - 202402_Senior Support Worker_SL.pdf
To learn more about the role, please contact our recruitment team, who will be happy to discuss any queries you may have. You can contact us by: Emailing – [email protected] or by Calling 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 race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.
Our fantastic Midlands Fostering service is looking for a Team Manager based in our office in Bromsgrove; you will have the opportunity to grow and develop your skills in this role; we are interested in speaking with current Team Managers, Senior or Advanced Practitioners for this opportunity.
As a Team Manager, you will work closely with our service manager to help shape, influence, and implement the future growth of this service within Bromsgrove and surrounding areas.
You will be supporting the service manager by managing a team, so 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 Bromsgrove Service, there are some travel requirements for Panels, Support Groups, Training Events, and the Fostering Service operations Group Management Group meetings.
This is an exciting but demanding opportunity for someone to continue building on an established fostering team. To achieve what we expect of the service in the future, this will require someone with vision, energy, and strong leadership and management skills.
To read the full role profile please click here 20201013_Role Profile_ Fostering_Team_Manager.pdf
Hours:
This is a full-time role covering 37 hours, 5 days per week. Some flexibility can include working from home when agreed upon 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
• £4,500 Car Allowance
• Enhanced Maternity leave package for mothers who have been with us for over 1 year.
• Company Pension Scheme
• Perk Box – offering £100’s of discounts throughout High-street.
• Simplyhealth – Medical Cash Back Plan
• Free Parking on Site
• Refer a Friend Bonus
• 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 [email protected].
We are also happy to arrange an informal chat with our service manager so that you can 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.
We are recruiting for a Residential Team Leader to join our Home in Leeds, West Yorkshire.
Our home is for five Children aged 7 – 12 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 as a minimum.
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
• 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)
• 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, [email protected] or call 01722 435750 option 2
We reserve the right to close this role earlier than 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 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 recruiting for a Residential Team Leader to join our Home in Weymouth, Dorset.
Our home is for one child aged 7 – 12 on admission. 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. The home is easily commutable from towns such as Weymouth, Osmington, Dorchester, and Wareham.
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’re getting the most out of your career.
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
• 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)
• 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, [email protected] or call 01722 435750 option 2
we reserve the right to close this role earlier than 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 an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or ageWe are recruiting for a Residential Team Leader to join our Home in Taunton, Somerset.
Our home is for three Children aged 7 – 12 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 will pay for your qualification – Level 4 Diploma in Residential Child Care
• We are committed to your development – we hold a Gold Investors in People Award
• Simplyhealth 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)
• 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, [email protected] 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 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 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
• 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)
• 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, [email protected] 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 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 recruiting for our residential children’s homes in Salisbury. 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:
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 of £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 Qualification. 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 lifetime.
Looking after you is important, so we offer benefits to provide you with a range of support.
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.
We are recruiting for our residential children’s home in Weymouth, Dorset. 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:
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 holiday!
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 lifetime.
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.
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 [email protected]
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
#INDRES
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
• Perk Box – 100’s of high street and web-based discounts
• 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 discount card eligibility
• 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 [email protected].
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.
#INDRES
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 7-12 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:
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.
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 [email protected]
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 recruiting Sessional /Bank Residential Support Workers for our new home in Plymouth, Devon. Our home for ages 16+ in a supported living setting
As a Sessional Residential Support worker, you will teach and guide our young people to prepare for independent living, participate in and plan activities to support them with school and college work and support our young people who may have experienced Adverse Childhood Experiences and trauma using our trauma-informed practices, which are embedded within our culture.
The Five Rivers leadership team will invest in your progression as a professional in the childcare 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 are looking for committed and dedicated Senior Residential Support Workers. You’ll be a natural at building a rapport with young people and full of empathy, so you can understand and relate to the young people you work with.
In this role, you need to be emotionally aware and resilient to be able to support the young people and the staff team you will be working with
To become a Sessional Residential Support Worker, you must hold a minimum Level 3 or Equivalent in Residential Child Care.
Hours
Within this role, you can be flexible and let us know when you are available for shifts to support our young people.
The home is open 365 days a year, 7 days a week, so we can accommodate your hours; you will receive an additional £50 per sleep-in.
Working alone with young people will also be expected in this home.
A driver’s licence is essential for this role.
You must commit to the training Five Rivers provides for this home, as well as the monthly team meetings and reflective space.
You will receive.
• Company pension scheme
• £50 per sleep in
• Employee Support Programme
• Ongoing Training, Including all core subjects and Proactive Approaches
Role Profile - 202402_Senior Support Worker_SL.pdf
To learn more about the role, please contact our recruitment team, who will be happy to discuss any queries you may have. You can contact us by: Emailing – [email protected] or by Calling 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 race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.
We are looking for a Family Support Worker to join our education service in Doncaster. You will work with an experienced team in a culture where children are valued, respected, listened to, and involved in as many decisions as possible.
A Family Support Worker is a new, exciting, and important role involving various tasks. The worker works directly with children and young people, teaching staff, families, and other professionals to ensure quality outcomes for children and young people.
You will be involved in participation events with our children, coordinating group work and activities in a skilled, focused way as part of our agreed programme. You will also support the school in promoting the health and well-being of the area's children, young people, and their families.
We are looking for someone who will always think of the child, ensuring they are at the forefront of all decisions. Be able to work as a team and communicate with children and adults. Experience working in the fostering sector and/or with children/young people would be an advantage but not necessary. No formal social work/education qualifications are necessary. However, a Level 3 in child care requires understanding and empathy for the work required.
For this role, you need to be able to drive and have access to a car. You must also be flexible, as you may need to work occasional evenings and be committed to therapeutic training.
For full details about the role, please read the role profile in full. 202404_Role_Profile_Family Support Worker_EDU.pdf
About Five Rivers
Five Rivers Child Care is a Social Enterprise that has been turning children’s lives around since 1989.
Our independent schools offer a therapeutic framework that promotes academic success, emotional growth and personal development. Not all children respond to mainstream schools and require alternative environments to prosper in.
Hours
This full-time role involves 37.5 hours per week of flexible working.
Monday 08:30 – 5:00 pm
Tuesday – Friday 08:30 to 16:30pm
Why Five Rivers?
• 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
• 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)
• Refer a friend bonus scheme.
• Long service and recognition scheme
For more information, please get in touch with our recruitment team at [email protected] or 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 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 one2one 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. 20200227_Role_Profile_Teacher_Outreach 1 ACE.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?
Requirements
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.
#INDEDU
We are looking for Higher Level Teaching Assistants (HLTA) to join our 1 Ace School 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?
Requirements
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.
Five Rivers is an Investor in People and Equal Opportunities employer.
#INDEDU
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 or a specialisms in English
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.
To view the role profile in full, please click apply. 20201020_Role_Profile_Teacher_.pdf
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 to Friday 08:30am -16:30pm
The role is full time over 5 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?
Requirements
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.
#INDEDU
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?
Requirements
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 is an Investor in People and Equal Opportunities employer.
Our education service is growing, and we are looking for Teachers to join our school in Rochdale. 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 experience in teaching.
English KS3 – KS5
Maths KS3 – KS5
Science KS3 – KS5
As a Teacher, 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 Profile20201020_Role_Profile_Teacher_.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
• Perk Box High Street Discounts
• 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
• 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.
Five Rivers is an Investor in People Gold
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.
Full Role Profile
20201020_Role_Profile_HLTA.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
• Perk Box High Street Discounts
• 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
• 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 is an Investor in People Gold
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.
We are particularly interested in speaking with teachers who have experience in teaching Maths and English GCSE level and a Science teacher
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.
To view the role profile in full, please click apply
20201020_Role_Profile_Teacher_1ACE.pdf
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 – 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.
Five Rivers is an Investor in People Gold accredited company and a proud member of Social Enterprise.
#INDEDU
We are looking for Higher Level Teaching Assistants (HLTA) to join ourschool without walls covering the Bristol and Bath areas. 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 Bristol
You will teach our children in the community in an outreach capacity across Bristol and Bath.
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 JH edit.pdf
1Ace https://five-rivers.org/education/schools/1ace/
Hours
Term Time: this goes in line with local authority.
Our full-time hours are 37.5 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?
Requirements
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 teachers to join our school without walls covering the Bristol and Bath areas, which is our 1 Ace Provision. You will work 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 with experience teaching.
English Key stages 2-4.
Maths Key Stage 2-4
As a 1 ACE Teacher, your day will be varied and exciting. 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 schools.
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. 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 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.
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
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 – 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.
#INDEDU
We are looking for Higher Level Teaching Assistants (HLTA) to join our 1 Ace provision in Orpington, Kent; you will work 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 can 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.
Hours
Term Time: This is 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 five days per week; however, if you would like the opportunity to work part-time or in compressed hours, we would be happy to speak to you about this.
Why Five Rivers?
Requirements
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.
Five Rivers is an Investor in People and Equal Opportunities employer. In 2021.
#INDEDU
We are currently looking for qualified teachers to join our 1Ace Virtual School provision. These teachers should be experienced in teaching KS2-KS4 children and can deliver high-quality online English, Maths, and other national curriculum subjects. We would also like to hear from qualified teachers who can teach ESOL lessons to children.
As a full-time teacher, you will support our Children and young people through an online platform. We teach a wide range of pupils, including mainstream and pupils with SEN and SEMH needs. We would be interested in hearing about your specialisms.
Find more about our 1 Ace Virtual School here Virtual Learning | 1ACE Outreach Programme | Five Rivers (five-rivers.org)
Role Profile - 28.04.23 - RoleProfile- Online Teacher.pdf
Hours;
The hours are 37.5 per week Monday to Friday
The applicant must be flexible as you will be teaching children after normal school hours.
The role will be home-based, and you will be provided with all the necessary equipment; it is not essential that you have experience teaching online, as full training will be given.
We are committed to your learning and development, and you will be required to attend training and team meetings, whether face-to-face or virtually.
To be suitable for this role, all applicants must:
• Hold UK QTS in primary or secondary education.
• Have a minimum of two years of teaching experience.
• Commit to the training requirements for this role for which you will be paid for this.
• Hold or agree to an enhanced DBS and be on the DBS update service.
• Have access to the internet.
Working at Five Rivers
You will receive the following.
• Professional Regular supervision
• Company Pension Scheme
• Simplyhealth – Medical Cashback plan
• Perkbox - discounts in many high street shops, leisure facilities and restaurants.
• Long Service Awards
• Career Development, in-house and external training
• Employee Referral Scheme
INTERVIEW TASK
You will be asked to prepare a KS2, 3 or 4, 30-minute online lesson in your specialist subject for a specific year group. You will be asked to present your lesson preparation for 10 minutes during the interview.
For more information, please get in touch with recruitment by emailing [email protected] or call 01722 435 750 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.
Your Teaching career with Five Rivers Child Care starts here; we are looking for Teachers to join our school in Park House, Somerset, our 1 Ace Provision. You will work 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 experience in teaching
English Teacher
As a 1 ACE 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 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 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 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, a teaching site at a local equine facility, and 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!
To view the role profile in full, please click apply.
20201020_Role_Profile_Teacher_1ACE.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
Why Five Rivers?
Requirements
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.
Five Rivers is an Investor in People Gold accredited company and a proud member of Social Enterprise.
#INDEDU
We are looking for Higher Level Teaching Assistants (HLTA) to join our school without walls covering the Taunton and Somerset areas. 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 schools.
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.
1 Ace Taunton
You will be teaching our children in the community in an outreach capacity and may also be based part of the time in our school in Taunton.
You will be teaching across Somerset.
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 Taunton 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
Why Five Rivers?
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.
We are recruiting for a Fostering Business Support Coordinator to join our team in the West Country on maternity cover for 12 months.
The West Country Business Support Team works cohesively across the service. We are a friendly, hardworking team that enjoys working alongside our social workers and fostering support worker colleagues. You will be based in either the Exeter or Truro office.
Working for Five Rivers has many benefits arising from its commitment as a Social Enterprise to invest in the services it provides to Foster Carers, children, and staff.
Our Trauma Informed (ATIC) model integrates across our Fostering, Residential, Clinical, and Education services to achieve the best possible outcomes for young people.
Your job will include:
• Maintaining the CHARMS database to ensure compliance
• Answering telephone and email enquiries
• Processing regular checks for present foster carers and children
• Processing financial claims, liaising with the finance team
• Organising room bookings
• Attending monthly meetings and Taking minutes
• Ensuring Five Rivers policies and procedures are adhered to
• Any additional administrative task or projects maybe required by the business or fostering managers.
• To promote inclusion and participation of children and young people in the development of the foster service.
Hours
This is a full-time role covering Monday to Thursday, 9:00-17:00, Friday, 9:00-16:30
This is a Maternity Cover contract for 12 months.
You will receive:
• Formal induction and training in our paperless electronic recording and management system (CHARMS)
• Monthly supervision provided by the Office Manager
• Competitive annual leave allowance
• Career progression opportunities
• Pension scheme and access to employee assistance program
• Perkbox discount scheme membership
• Simplyhealth Membership
You will have:
• The desire to be a team player who wants to achieve the best possible outcomes for all our children and foster carers
• Experience of working in the fostering sector and/or children/young people in social care (preferable)
• Excellent Word and Excel skills plus knowledge of PowerPoint
• The ability to handle complex situations
• Proven organisation skills and time management
• A valid driving licence
• The right to work in the UK
20240129_Role Profile _ Fostering Business Support Coordinator v2.pdf
If you are interested, please do not delay your application.
For more information, please e-mail our recruitment team at [email protected] 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 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.
An exciting opportunity is available for an experienced Social Worker to join our service in the Midlands and South West, 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 Operations Manager for Service Development 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 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.
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.
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.
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.
You will also receive:
Role Profile: CRSW Role SW NOV23.pdf
For more information, or an informal discussion to find out more about this exciting role, please contact Jem Orman, Operations Manager on 07553351636
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
We are looking for a Supervising Social Worker to work in our West Country service based in our Plymouth office covering carers in Plymouth and other parts of Devon. This is a 12-month fixed term contract.
The role offers a hybrid working arrangement, with some work completed from home, face-to-face meetings with foster carers across Devon, and team meetings held in our Exeter or Plymouth offices. You would join a thriving and growing community of foster carers and a team of staff with a strong, welcoming, and child-centred ethos.
Five Rivers works from a Trauma-informed (ATIC) model, integrating our fostering, residential, clinical, and education services to achieve the best possible outcomes for young people. Teams are supported by a psychologist and a therapeutic practitioner, who are also foster support workers and business support coordinators. This, alongside manageable workloads, means social workers have the time and resources they need to provide high-quality support to their foster families.
To find out more about our fostering service https://five-rivers.org/fostering/
You will directly support our foster carers with realistic caseloads, which enables a higher level of supervision, Monitoring, and intervention. As a supervising social worker, you will be working within a trauma-informed practice model that is continually evolving; you will support recruitment events and complete Form F Assessments.
A supervising social worker needs to be a team player and want to achieve the best possible outcome for all our foster carers and children. You will need to be registered with Social Work England and have a formal social work qualification.
The role also requires you to have access to a car for completing visits and the right to work in the UK.
For the full role profile, please click below
20201013_Role Profile_ Supervising_Social_Worker.pdf
Why Five Rivers?
• Professional social work supervision provided by a manager.
• Group Clinical supervision provided by a qualified psychologist/clinician.
• 25 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays each year
• Access to high-quality training & career progression opportunities
• Market-related salary plus on-call allowance plus car allowance
• Pension scheme and access to employee assistance program
• Perk box discount scheme membership
• Enhanced Maternity leave package for mothers who have been with us for over one year.
• Simplyhealth Membership
Please complete your application form in full and return this to [email protected] or call 01722 435750 option 2
If you are shortlisted for the role, please be aware that you will be invited to a formal interview day, where you will have the opportunity to meet with our leadership team and young people.
Five Rivers Childcare 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 race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a full-time Supervising Social Worker to join our South West fostering service, your base will be at our office in Maisemore – Gloucestershire the role offers a hybrid way of working.
The ideal applicant will have experience of working with looked after children and foster carers, but this is not essential, as we offer an extensive training programme for all our staff. You will be joining an experienced team and will need to share our commitment to supporting our foster families who are passionate about turning children’s lives around.
You will have a manageable caseload and the support and resources to engage positively with foster carers and children.
This role is working on 5 days a week.
Five Rivers works from a Trauma-informed (ATIC) model with integration across our fostering, residential, clinical and education services to achieve the best possible outcomes for young people.
You will be responsible for:
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You will receive:
You will have:
For an informal chat please contact our recruitment team on 01722 435750 and press option 2 or e-mail [email protected]
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.
We are recruiting a Supervising Social Worker to join our fostering service based in Harold Wood, Romford, Essex, on a full-time basis. Our service covers London and the surrounding counties per our growth and development strategy.
Your base will be from the Harold Wood, Romford Office - rated good by Ofsted.
As a Supervising social worker, your role will be varied. You will work directly with our foster carers within a realistic caseload, which enables a high level of supervision, monitoring and intervention. This gives you the support and resources to engage positively with foster carers and children. We work within a trauma-informed practice model (ATIC) with integration across our fostering, residential, clinical and education services to achieve the best possible outcomes for young people. This model is continually evolving with updated research and practice development.
You will also be involved in recruitment events for prospective fostering families within our foster carer recruitment activities, completing Form F assessments and support participation events for our young people.
Work in collaboration with all colleagues and managers to achieve a high standard of service to foster carers and young people whilst meeting all Ofsted requirements.
Working for Five Rivers has many benefits arising from its commitment as a Social Enterprise to invest heavily in the services it provides to Foster Carers, children, and staff; we are proud holders of the Investors in People (IIP) award – Gold.
To view the role profile in full, please click 'apply' 20201013_Role Profile_ Supervising_Social_Worker.pdf
Working Hours
Monday to Thursday 9am -5pm
Friday 9am -16:30pm
You will also be participating in our out-of-hours duty line, supporting our foster carers on a rota basis.
Although we would like to see you in the office, we are able to support hybrid working when agreed with our service manager.
Why Five Rivers?
Working at Five Rivers, you will not only be turning children's lives around every day, you will also receive the following
You will receive:
You will have
Do not delay your application. For more information, please e-mail our recruitment team at [email protected] or call the recruitment team on 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 a Therapeutic Practitioner to join our Fostering Service in Essex.
In this role you will offer therapeutic support our Fostering services based in Harold Wood and Benfleet. Your primary task will be to support our foster carers and team around the child with oversight from the Clinical Psychologist, and the Service/Team Manager.
This will include working with foster carers and colleagues from a therapeutically informed perspective to support their understanding of the impact of trauma and adversity. You will also work with the team to agree on and implement strategies to support children and young people in reaching their full potential.
As a Fostering Therapeutic Practitioner, you will work alongside the team clinician and the management team to embed Attachment and Trauma-Informed Care (ATIC) approaches.
We welcome applications from both full and part-time colleagues to apply for this role. If full-time time, your role will be split between current duties and the Therapeutic Practitioner role.
Salary: £40,622 to £43,520 full-time equivalent.
You will be based in your local Fostering Office as follows.
Service Days
3 Days
London ( Harold Wood and QFC)
2 days London & East (Harold Wood)
1 Day Quality Foster Care (Benfleet)
Role Requirements:
• Essential: Experience in providing intervention to families and/or young people in a therapeutic and trauma-informed environment
• Desirable: Social Work Degree; CQSW; Dip SW or equivalent, including Social Work registration with Social Work England
• Desirable: Working towards or have completed a formally recognised Therapeutic and Trauma-informed training/qualification.
Responsibilities and Duties:
• Offer short-term structured interventions to foster carers around therapeutic fostering practices under the supervision of the Assessment and therapy Clinician as needed.
• Chair internal meetings relating to placement stability and significant events following a meeting template (amber and red flag meeting)
• Attend external multidisciplinary meetings alongside foster carers and supervising social workers e.g. CLA reviews, meetings with schools, stability meetings
• Co-ordinate and deliver therapeutic support groups for foster carers.
• Co-facilitate foster carer training with the Assessment & Therapy clinician.
• Facilitate psycho-education sessions for foster carers (1:1 or small groups)
• Provide reports on interventions carried out with foster carers.
Role Profile - 20230515_Role Profile_ Therapeutic Social Work Practitioner.pdf
You will receive:
For more information about the role, please get in touch with our Recruitment Team by emailing [email protected] or calling 01722 435750 option 2
Five Rivers Childcare 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 a Supervising Social Worker to join our fostering service based in Bromsgrove, Worcestershire, on a full-time basis. Our service essentially covers the west midlands, including Bromsgrove, Birmingham, Nuneaton, Rugby, Coventry, Wolverhampton, Leicestershire and the surrounding areas per our growth and development strategy.
Your base will be from the Bromsgrove Office - rated good by Ofsted.
As a Supervising social worker, your role will be varied; you will work directly with our foster carers within a realistic caseload, which enables a high level of supervision, monitoring and intervention. This gives you the support and resources to engage positively with foster carers and children. We work within a trauma-informed practice model (ATIC) with integration across our fostering, residential, clinical and education services to achieve the best possible outcomes for young people. This model is continually evolving with updated research and practice development.
You will also be involved in recruitment events for prospective fostering families within our foster carer recruitment activities, completing Form F assessments and support participation events for our young people.
Work in collaboration with all colleagues and managers to achieve a high standard of service to foster carers and young people whilst meeting all Ofsted requirements.
Working for Five Rivers has many benefits arising from its commitment as a Social Enterprise to invest heavily in the services it provides to Foster Carers, children, and staff; we are proud holders of the Investors in People (IIP) award – Gold.
To view the role profile in full, please click 'apply' 20201013_Role Profile_ Supervising_Social_Worker.pdf
Working Hours
Monday to Thursday 9am -5pm
Friday 9am -16:30pm
You will also be participating in our out-of-hours duty line, supporting our foster carers on a rota basis.
Although we would like to see you in the office, we are able to support hybrid working when agreed with our service manager.
Why Five Rivers?
Working at Five Rivers, you will not only be turning children's lives around every day, you will also receive the following
You will receive:
You will have
Do not delay your application. For more information, please e-mail our recruitment team at [email protected] or call the recruitment team on 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 looking for a Supervising Social Worker to work in our North service based in our Doncaster office covering carers in Doncaster and other parts Yorkshire. This is a 12-month fixed term contract.
The role offers a hybrid working arrangement, with some work completed from home, face-to-face meetings with foster carers across Yorkshire. You would join a thriving and growing community of foster carers and a team of staff with a strong, welcoming, and child-centred ethos.
Five Rivers works from a Trauma-informed (ATIC) model, integrating our fostering, residential, clinical, and education services to achieve the best possible outcomes for young people. Teams are supported by a psychologist and a therapeutic practitioner, who are also foster support workers and business support coordinators. This, alongside manageable workloads, means social workers have the time and resources they need to provide high-quality support to their foster families.
To find out more about our fostering service https://five-rivers.org/fostering/
You will directly support our foster carers with realistic caseloads, which enables a higher level of supervision, Monitoring, and intervention. As a supervising social worker, you will be working within a trauma-informed practice model that is continually evolving; you will support recruitment events and complete Form F Assessments.
A supervising social worker needs to be a team player and want to achieve the best possible outcome for all our foster carers and children. You will need to be registered with Social Work England and have a formal social work qualification.
The role also requires you to have access to a car for completing visits and the right to work in the UK.
For the full role profile, please click below
20201013_Role Profile_ Supervising_Social_Worker.pdf
Why Five Rivers?
• Professional social work supervision provided by a manager.
• Group Clinical supervision provided by a qualified psychologist/clinician.
• 25 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays each year
• Access to high-quality training & career progression opportunities
• Market-related salary plus on-call allowance plus car allowance
• Pension scheme and access to employee assistance program
• Perk box discount scheme membership
• Enhanced Maternity leave package for mothers who have been with us for over one year.
• Simplyhealth Membership
Please complete your application form in full and return this to [email protected] or call 01722 435750 option 2
If you are shortlisted for the role, please be aware that you will be invited to a formal interview day, where you will have the opportunity to meet with our leadership team and young people.
Five Rivers Childcare 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 race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.
We are recruiting for a Fostering Support Worker to join our fostering service in the Midlands on a Part-Time Basis. You will be part of the Chesterfield Service and work predominantly within the Midlands region. You will be part of a fast-growing team working with the Team Manager, Supervising Social Workers/Senior Practitioners and Clinical Team to develop the service further.
Due to our continuing service development, we are seeking to appoint a part-time foster support worker to provide support to our supervising social workers and foster carers throughout the Midlands region. This exciting and important role requires a range of tasks, working directly with children and young people, Foster Carers, and other professionals to ensure quality outcomes for children and young people.
As a fostering support worker, your responsibilities will include:
You will work directly with our children and young people in a skilled and focused way as part of an agreed programme of work. You will coordinate groups for trips and participation events and collaborate with our foster carers to give our children and young people a voice.
Within the Agency we have a shared culture in terms of Business Growth. The Midlands Chesterfield office continues to grow and develop. As such you will be part of this exciting journey in terms of continued growth which includes our Recruitment Plan for new foster carers to join the Team.
You will need to be thinking of the child, ensuring they are at the forefront of all decisions. Must be able to work as a team member to achieve the best outcomes for the children and be able to communicate with children and adults. Experience working in the fostering sector and/or with children/young people would be an advantage but not necessary. No formal social work qualifications are necessary, but understanding and empathy for the work required is necessary and on-going training and development will be provided.
Desired skills and requirements:
• Experience of working directly with children and young people
• Commitment to engaging in therapeutic training
• Full UK driving license and access to a car
• Commitment to working flexible hours
• Occasional evenings and weekends where this is agreed with line manager
Hours
22 hours per weekdays will be confirmed to you
Benefits:
To read the full role profile please click apply
Role Profile: 20200122_Role_Profile_Fostering_Support_Worker.docx
For more information, please contact our recruitment team at [email protected] 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 a Business Support Coordinator to join our fostering service in the West Country; you will be based either in our Exeter or Truro Office on a part time basis.
The Truro, Plymouth, and Exeter administrative teams work cohesively across the service. We are a friendly, hardworking team who enjoy working alongside our social workers and fostering support worker colleagues.
Our Trauma-Informed (ATIC) model integrates our Fostering, Residential, Clinical, and Education services to achieve the best possible outcomes for young people.
The administrative duties for the role include answering general queries and fostering-related business by phone and email, processing regular checks for current foster carers and children, diary management and room bookings, taking minutes in meetings, and liaising with head office finance teams.
You will also be responsible for
• Maintaining the CHARMS database to ensure compliance
• Ensuring Five Rivers policies and procedures are adhered to
• The business or fostering managers may require additional administrative tasks or projects.
• To promote inclusion and participation of children and young people in the development of the foster service.
As a Business Support Coordinator, you must have excellent knowledge and working practice in Word, Excel and PowerPoint, as well as proven organisation and time management skills.
You will need to hold a Full Driving Licence and have access to a vehicle as you may be asked to travel between offices, and you must have the right to work in the UK
For full details about the role, please read the role profile below
20240129_Role Profile _ Fostering Business Support Coordinator v2.pdf
Hours
The Hours are 22 hours per week and are Office Based
Our normal office hours are Monday to Thursday 9am -5pm, Friday 9am – 16:30pm
Days will be confirmed with you if you are successful
Why Five Rivers?
Working for Five Rivers has many benefits arising from its commitment as a Social Enterprise to invest in the services it provides to Foster Carers, children, and staff.
You will receive:
For more information, please e-mail our recruitment team at [email protected] 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 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.
#INDFOS
We are recruiting for a Fostering Support Worker to join our fostering service in the West Country. You will be part of the Exeter Service and work predominantly within the Devon region. You will be part of a fast-growing team working with the Team Manager, Supervising Social Workers/Senior Practitioners and Clinical Team to develop the service further.
Due to our continuing service development, we are seeking to appoint a foster support worker to provide support to our supervising social workers and foster carers throughout the West Country region. This exciting and important role requires a range of tasks, working directly with children and young people, Foster Carers, and other professionals to ensure quality outcomes for children and young people.
As a fostering support worker, your responsibilities will include:
You will work directly with our children and young people in a skilled and focused way as part of an agreed programme of work. You will coordinate groups for trips and participation events and collaborate with our foster carers to give our children and young people a voice.
Within the agency we have a shared culture in terms of Business Growth. The Exeter office continues to grow and develop. As such you will be part of this exciting journey in terms of continued growth which includes our Recruitment Plan for new foster carers to join the Team.
You will need to be thinking of the child, ensuring they are at the forefront of all decisions. Must be able to work as a team member to achieve the best outcomes for the children and be able to communicate with children and adults. Experience working in the fostering sector and/or with children/young people would be an advantage but not necessary. No formal social work qualifications are necessary, but understanding and empathy for the work required is necessary and on-going training and development will be provided.
Desired skills and requirements:
• Experience of working directly with children and young people
• Commitment to engaging in therapeutic training
• Full UK driving license and access to a car
• Commitment to working flexible hours
• Occasional evenings and weekends where this is agreed with line manager
Hours
This is a Full-Time role covering 37 hours a week with some flexibility required to working some weekends
Benefits:
To read the full role profile please click apply
Role Profile: 20200122_Role_Profile_Fostering_Support_Worker.docx
For more information, please contact our recruitment team at [email protected] 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 fantastic Midlands Fostering service is looking for a Team Manager based in our office in Bromsgrove; you will have the opportunity to grow and develop your skills in this role; we are interested in speaking with current Team Managers, Senior or Advanced Practitioners for this opportunity.
As a Team Manager, you will work closely with our service manager to help shape, influence, and implement the future growth of this service within Bromsgrove and surrounding areas.
You will be supporting the service manager by managing a team, so 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 Bromsgrove Service, there are some travel requirements for Panels, Support Groups, Training Events, and the Fostering Service operations Group Management Group meetings.
This is an exciting but demanding opportunity for someone to continue building on an established fostering team. To achieve what we expect of the service in the future, this will require someone with vision, energy, and strong leadership and management skills.
To read the full role profile please click here 20201013_Role Profile_ Fostering_Team_Manager.pdf
Hours:
This is a full-time role covering 37 hours, 5 days per week. Some flexibility can include working from home when agreed upon 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
• £4,500 Car Allowance
• Enhanced Maternity leave package for mothers who have been with us for over 1 year.
• Company Pension Scheme
• Perk Box – offering £100’s of discounts throughout High-street.
• Simplyhealth – Medical Cash Back Plan
• Free Parking on Site
• Refer a Friend Bonus
• 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 [email protected].
We are also happy to arrange an informal chat with our service manager so that you can 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.
We don’t currently have any vacancies in Assessment & Therapy department
We want to hear from you if you are a creative and confident Communications or Public Relations professional with a genuine interest in making a difference in the lives of children in care.
We are looking for a Communications and PR Officer to join our friendly Salisbury-based team. You will be interested and enthusiastic about all aspects of communications and PR, have a knack for writing, and be willing to jump into any task with a positive, can-do attitude.
Reporting to our Communications and Partnerships Manager, you will be eager to support and learn from our close-knit team of eight. We’re a busy team, supporting many different children’s services across the country and your role will be varied, touching many different aspects of communications and public relations.
You will be integral in drafting and shaping our internal and external communications. You will understand popular social media platforms well and, ideally, bring experience of creating and publishing social media content. You will be interested in working with the media and scouting out press opportunities, as well as writing press releases, case studies, and features, with the support of your manager.
You may be a current or aspiring PR Executive with two years or more of experience in a similar role. We do not expect you to have done everything set out here—we are here to help and develop you.
Keen on this role but seen something you’re not sure about? Don’t rule yourself out – give us a call to talk it through. For an informal discussion, please contact Holly Windsor-Newton on 07709 714472
Application deadline: midnight on Sunday, 14 July
First stage (Teams/phone) interviews: Thursday, 19 July
Face to face interview: Thursday, 25 July
A flexible, blended approach to home and office working is in place for the team, but you must be willing and able to travel to our office in the Heart of Salisbury a minimum of twice a week with the rest of the Marketing & Communications team.
The working hours are Monday to Thursday: 09:00 – 17:00, Friday, 09:00-4:30
Why Five Rivers?
Role Profile: Communications and PR Job Description.pdf
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 is an Investor in People and Equal Opportunities employer Find out more here: https://bit.ly/3xt21u9
Five Rivers Child Care is one of the UK’s most experienced practitioners in turning around lives of vulnerable children and young people through our nationwide fostering, residential and education services
We are looking for an enthusiastic Administrator to join our HR team on a full-time or part time basis. Working closely with our HR Business Partners, you’ll be part of a friendly team where you will act as the first point of contact to support the day-to-day HR activities and cover the full employee lifecycle (onboarding of new starters, probations, sickness, leavers, compliance checks, Length of Service awards, exit interviews)
You will need to have an excellent eye for detail and be able to prioritise your workload. You will ideally have experience in a fast-paced HR environment handling a variety of queries, or strong interest in HR and experience of working in a busy office environment where you have had to process information quickly and accurately.
A flexible, blended approach to home and office working is in place for the team, but you must be willing and able to travel to our office in the Heart of Salisbury a minimum of twice a week with the rest of the HR team.
The full time working hours are Monday to Thursday: 09:00 – 17:00, Friday, 09:00- 16:30.
If you are interested in part time- just indicate it on your application form ( we will need a minimum of 22.5 hours per week)
Why Five Rivers?
For the full criteria of the role please read the role profile below:
Role Profile
Role Profile_HR Administrator June 2024 .pdf
to find out more information about the role please contact Recruitment 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 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’re always on the look out for people to join our growing talent pool. To join, or express an interest in working with us in the future, complete the form below and we will get in touch when vacancies arise.
Do you feel you have the energy and true commitment to make a positive difference to a child’s or young person’s life?
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