Residential Vacancies

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Why Five Rivers?

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

Requirements

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Why join Five Rivers?

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

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

Hours

On average 39 hours a week for full-time.

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

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

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

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

#INDRES

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Hours

On average 39 hours a week for full-time,

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

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

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

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

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

We are looking for Higher Level Teaching Assistants (HLTA) to join our 1 Ace provision in 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?

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

Requirements

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

To view the role profile in full, please click apply

​20201020_Role_Profile_HLTA.pdf

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Why Five Rivers?

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

Requirements

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

To view the role profile in full, please click apply

20201020_Role_Profile_HLTA.pdf

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Hours

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

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

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

Why Five Rivers?

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

Requirements

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

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

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

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

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

We are recruiting for a Residential Team Leader to join our Homes in ​Taunton, Somerset.

Our homes cater for Children aged 7 – 17  on admission. You will work with an experienced team in a culture where children are respected, listened to, and involved in as many decisions as possible.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Why Five Rivers?

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

Requirements

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

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

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

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

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

Join our Children’s Home as a Deputy Manager. This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your career and turn children's lives around every day.

The Orchard based in Taunton, Somerset, is a home for up to Three Children aged 7 to 17 years, upon admission. Our children have experienced Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs)and a range of developmental traumas. As a deputy manager, you will be supporting the registered manager in the day to day running of the home and develop the team.

Using our Attachment and Trauma Informed Care (ATIC) model, you will lead a dedicated team in a culture where children are respected, heard and involved in their own lives. You will understand therapeutic parenting principles well and be committed to achieving outstanding outcomes.

Our children have often had many adults come in and out of their lives, adding to their trauma and feelings of rejection. Therefore, we are looking for a committed and dedicated Deputy Manager to join our Five Rivers family. You’ll be a natural at building a rapport with children, enjoy play & adventure and be someone full of empathy so you can understand and relate to the children you work with, providing them with a home full of love where they can grow, learn and thrive before moving on to a forever family.

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.

You will need to have at least two years of experience being in a leadership role working in a Children’s Residential Setting, hold your level 3 in Residential Childcare and if not already achieved, be willing to work towards your Level 5 leadership and management. You will also have a proven track record with Ofsted and an understanding of the legislative framework and SCCIF.

Due to the location of the Home, a Driving Licence is essential.

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. You receive an additional £50 per night for each sleep-in - if you completed eight sleep-ins per month, that's equivalent to £4800 p.a.

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

As the Deputy Manager you will be on Rota 80% of your time and 20% of your time will be spent doing admin duties.

Role Profile : Role Profile - Deputy Manager - April 2024.pdf

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

Please make sure to apply. You can apply directly, fill out an application form, or call Caroline, our HR Recruitment Partner, on 07545 661471 for a confidential chat.

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

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

We are looking for Higher Level Teaching Assistants (HLTA) to join our school in Doncaster, South Yorkshire. 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.

20201020_Role_Profile_HLTA.pdf​

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

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

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

Join our school, and together, we grow.

Hours

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

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

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

Why Five Rivers?

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

Requirements

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

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

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

Five Rivers is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of Children and Young People. Applicants must be willing to undergo appropriate child protection screening, including employment references and a DBS check.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.

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

#INDEDU

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Our Fostering service is committed to providing caring families to children who need them the most.

Due to expansion, we seek to appoint Independent Form F Assessors to support our Fostering teams across the UK.

We are particularly interested in speaking to experienced Form F Assessors in Hampshire/Wiltshire/Dorset areas.

You will support potential foster carers through the Form F process and panel process, undertake competence-based Form F Assessments, work closely with other members of the Five Rivers Child Care Family Placement Service, return the completed Form F Assessment report and all supporting documentation to the company, complete the Form F Assessment within a timescale of between 12 -14 weeks and be submitted to Five Rivers Child Care for quality assurance process.

Complete all amendments/follow-up requests once the Form F Assessment has been vetted by Five Rivers Child Care and before presentation to one of Five Rivers Child Care Fostering service panels. Present the family to the fostering service panel once all documentation has been signed off.

You will be paid up to £2,500 per assessment.

Essential Criteria:
• Recognised professional social work qualification. (DipSW or equivalent)
• Must have a current Social Work England registration
• Knowledge of childcare legislation and other relevant legislation/initiatives about foster care.
• Experience working within a fostering service
• Experience in undertaking competence-based Form F Assessments
• Willingness to work on a flexible basis, e.g. evenings and weekends.
• Ability to produce high-quality written assessment reports.
• Confidence and proficiency in presenting to Fostering Panels.
• Clean driving license and own transport.

For more information, please contact Recruitment@five-rivers.org or call 01722 435750 and press option 2

To view the role profile in full, please click apply. 20201013_Role Profile_ Form_F_Assessor.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 their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.

Start a new career at Five Rivers Child Care, we are looking for a Fostering Support Worker to join our team in Bristol, part of the South West Service, you will be working with an experienced team and in a culture where children are valued, respected, and listened to and involved in as many decisions as possible.

A Fostering Support Worker is an exciting and important role involving a range of tasks working directly with children and young people, Foster Carers, and other professionals to ensure quality outcomes for children/young people.

You will be involved in participation events with our children, where you will be coordinating group work and activities in a skilled focused way as part of our agreed programme, supporting the hybrid working team in preparing the children and young people for their foster care placements and promoting the health and wellbeing of the children and young people.

You will support our families throughout the South West region (Bristol / North Somerset / Gloucester / Forest of Dean / Swindon / Oxford)

We are looking for someone is child focussed, ensuring they are at the forefront of all decisions. Someone who can work as part of a team and have excellent communication with children and adults. Additionally, experience of 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 an understanding of and empathy for the work required is necessary.

You will need to be able to drive for this role and have access to a car. Flexibility is essential in this role, you will regularly be required to work outside of 9-5 hours.

About Five Rivers

Five Rivers Child Care is a Social Enterprise who have been turning children’s lives around since 1989.
We’re committed to ensuring that foster carers are recruited, supported, developed, and rewarded for the crucial role they take on when they become part of the Five Rivers fostering family.

Hours
This is a Full Time Role of 37 hours per week

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
• Blue Light Card
• Ongoing training and support from in house and external trainers
• Employee Support Programmes
• Enhanced company pension scheme (4% employer contribution)
• Refer a friend bonus scheme
• Long service and recognition scheme
• Opportunities to develop within this role

Requirements
• Good written and IT skills.
• Able to communicate with children, colleagues, and external customers.
• Able to actively listen to others.
• Valid Driving Licence
• Have the Right to Work in the UK
• Therapeutic direct work with children, young people and carers preferred but not essential as training given

Role Profile : 20200122_Role_Profile_Fostering_Support_Worker.docx

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Part of the role involves some overnight stays in the home. You will need to do between 2 and 3 of these ‘sleep-ins’ per week, so the salary advertised includes the payment for an average of 8 sleep-ins per month. For each sleep-in, you receive an additional £50 per night - 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 in achieving your Level 4 Qualification. Ideally, you will have a full driving licence and be over 19.

Why join Five Rivers?

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

We are recruiting a passionate, motivated, knowledgeable, and experienced Registered Manager to lead and further develop our team at Osmington House.

Osmington House is outside of Weymouth. It is a Solo Placement home for one Child aged 6 – 11 on admission who has experienced Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) and a range of developmental traumas. As a registered manager, you will be responsible for the home's day-to-day running and the development of the established team.

Using our Attachment and Trauma-Informed Care (ATIC) model, you will lead a dedicated team in a culture where children are respected, heard, and involved in their own lives. You will understand therapeutic parenting principles well and be committed to achieving outstanding outcomes.

We are looking for a committed and dedicated Registered Manager to join our Five Rivers family. You’ll be a natural at building a rapport with children, enjoy play & adventure and be someone full of empathy so you can understand and relate to the children you work with, providing them with a home full of love where they can grow, learn and thrive before moving on to a forever family. We are not a forever home; we are a mid-term home where children stay for at least two years – enabling them to work through their previous traumas, learn to label, understand, and express their emotions and gain the confidence to explore the world around them.

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

You will need to have at least three years of experience in management roles in a children’s residential setting, hold or be willing to work towards level 5 in leadership and management, and have a minimum level 3 residential childcare qualification. You should also have a proven track record with Ofsted and a sound understanding of the legislative framework surrounding residential childcare.

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

Why not check out our home

Osmington House | Five Rivers' Residential Children's Home (five-rivers.org)

Role Profile Role Profile - Registered Managers - November 2023.pdf

Hours

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

Why Five Rivers?
• 30 days (22 days plus eight bank holidays) annual leave allowance
• On-going training and learning booked through our Learning & Development Team
• Simply Health Medical Cash Back Scheme
• Blue Light Card
• Employee Support Programmes
• Enhanced company pension scheme (4% employer contribution)
• Refer a friend bonus scheme
• Long service and recognition scheme

To be a registered manager in our home, you will need
• A Level 5 or Equivalent in Residential Childcare: Leadership & Management.
• Minimum of 3 years of management experience in a Residential Children’s Home
• A Good Knowledge of the SCCIF and the Children’s Home Regulations (2015)
• A Proven Ofsted track record
• To be a leader in Trauma Informed Practice

Please complete the application form or contact Caroline our Recruitment partner on 07545 661471 for a confidential chat

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

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

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Supervising Social Worker to join Five Rivers Child Care a leading Social Enterprise supporting children and young people with a range of services, which includes 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’ to help children and young people who have experienced adversity to achieve their full potential.

This is for a Maternity Cover until June 2026.

The successful applicant will be working for the South and South-East Service, which has been rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted (January 2022). The region covers Wiltshire, Hampshire, Dorset, Isle of Wight and has successfully expanded its footprint into East and West Sussex in line with our growth and development strategy.

We are looking for a Supervising Social Worker who can work on their own initiative alongside the Service Manager and Team Manager supporting Foster Carers whilst also helping with the planning and delivery of recruitment events across the region.

The post holder will require creativity, flexibility, and the ability to travel within mostly the Hampshire or Wiltshire area, but at times other areas of the region also. The role offers a hybrid way of working with work undertaken both at our office located in Salisbury and at home, as well as attending face to face meetings with Foster Carers.

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 have experience of working within the Fostering Sector, either with an IFA or in the Local Authority. You will need the skills and knowledge to enable the completion of initial home visits through to Form F Assessment and presentation at an independent panel.

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

You will be responsible for:
• Direct support of foster carers within a realistic caseload which enables a high level of supervision, monitoring, and intervention.
• Working within a Trauma Informed Practice Model, which is continually evolving in line with research and practice developments.
• Assist in undertaking initial visits to prospective foster carers and join carer recruitment activities.
• Complete Form F Assessments
• Be part of our Children and Young People Participations strategy and events
• 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.

You will receive: -
• Formal induction and training in our paperless electronic recording and management system (CHARMs)
• Professional social work supervision provided by a manager.
• Reflective Practice opportunities lead by our qualified clinician.
• Opportunities to integrate with our clinical, education and residential service provision.
• Competitive annual leave allowance
• Career progression opportunities
• Market related salary plus car allowance
• Pension scheme and access to employee assistance program.
• Blue Light Card eligibility
• Simply Health Membership

You will have:-
• The desire to be a team player who wants to achieve 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
• 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.

Role Profile - 20240821_Role Profile_ Supervising_Social_Worker.pdf

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

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 full-time Residential Care Worker to join our children’s homes based in Burnley, East Lancashire.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

We are particularly interested in speaking with teachers who have experience in Science Key stages 3-4.

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

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

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

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

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

About Five Rivers

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

Our Team at Park House – 1 Ace Somerset

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

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

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

We are looking forward to you joining our team!

Hours

Term Time, this goes in line with the local authority

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

We are recruiting a Business Support Coordinator to join our fostering service in Oldham, within our Safehouses Fostering partner Agency – Part of the Five Rivers Group.

The administrative teams work cohesively across all services. 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 role's administrative duties include answering general queries and fostering-related business by phone and email, processing regular checks for current foster carers and children, managing diary 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.

For full details about the role, please read the role profile below 20240129_Role Profile _ Fostering Business Support Coordinator v2.pdf

Hours
The Hours for this role are 22.5 hours per week and are Office Based
Days will be confirmed with you if you are successful

Why Safehouses Fostering?
Working for Safehouses Fostering and 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:
• Formal induction and training in our paperless electronic recording and management system (CHARMS)
• Monthly supervision provided by the Business Support Manager
• Competitive annual leave allowance
• Career progression opportunities
• Pension scheme and access to employee assistance program
• Blue Light Card
• Simplyhealth Membership
• Long Service Reward Scheme
• Employee and Foster Carer Referral Scheme
• Enhanced Maternity Package for Mothers who have been with s for over one year

For more information, please e-mail our recruitment team at recruitment@five-rivers.org or call 01722 435750, option 2

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

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

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

We are looking for Higher Level Teaching Assistants (HLTA) to join our​school 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?​

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

Requirements​

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

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

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

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

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

Your Teaching career with Five Rivers Child Care starts here. We are looking for 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
• 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.

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 and Maths.

​​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?​

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

Requirements​

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

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

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

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

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

We are recruiting for Children’s home Registered Manager to Lead our team at Avon House, a home for up to six Children aged 6 – 12 on admission based in the heart of Salisbury. You will be an experienced Registered Manager working in an environment and culture where children are respected, listened to, and involved in as many decisions as possible.​

​​As the Registered Manager, you will lead, manage, and develop a team of Residential Child Care Workers who help and support our children who have experienced Adverse Childhood Experiences and trauma, using our trauma-informed practices, which are embedded within our culture

​Our leadership team will invest in your progression as a professional in the child care sector. 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 a committed and dedicated Registered Manager. You’ll be a natural at building a rapport with children and someone full of empathy, so you can understand and relate to the young people you work with. ​

​You will need to have at least 2 years’ experience of being a Registered Manager working in a Children’s Residential Setting within the last five years, hold or be working towards your level 5 in leadership and management, and have a minimum of Level 3 in Children and Young Peoples Work Force, have a proven track record with Ofsted, Legislative Framework.

​​About Five Rivers

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

Hours​

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

​Why Five Rivers?

• ​30 days (22 days plus 8 bank holidays) annual leave allowance
• On-going training and learning through our Learning & Development Team​
• We are committed to your development – we hold a Gold Investors in People Award​
• Simply Health Medical Cash Back Scheme​
• 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​
• Blue Light card  

​

Role Profile

Find out about our service

Residential Children's Homes | Five Rivers Child Care (five-rivers.org)​

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​​Please do not delay in applying. Apply directly and fill out an application form or call Caroline, our HR Recruitment Partner on 07545 661471 a confidential Chat

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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.​

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

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

We are happy to speak with teachers covering all subjects.

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

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

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

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

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

Full Role Profile 20201020_Role_Profile_Teacher_1ACE.pdf

To view our school, please click the link below

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

Hours

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

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

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

Why Five Rivers?

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

Requirements

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

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

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

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

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

We are looking for a Supervising Social Worker to work in our West Country service based in our Exeter  office covering carers in Exeter and other parts of Devon and West Somerset.

The role offers a hybrid working arrangement, with some work completed from home, face-to-face meetings with foster carers across Devon and West Somerset. 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

20240821_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
• Blue Light card
• 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
• Enhanced Maternity leave package for mothers who have been with us for over one year.
• Simply Health Membership

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

If you are shortlisted for the role, please be aware that you will be invited to a formal interview day, where 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 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
• Blue Light card
• Ongoing training and support from in-house and external trainers
• Employee Support Programmes
• Enhanced company pension scheme (4% employer contribution)
• Refer a friend bonus scheme
• Long service and recognition scheme

Requirements

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

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

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

We reserve the right to close 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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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 08:30 - 17:00, Tuesday to Thursday 08:30 -16:30, Friday 8:30 - 16:00.

Why Five Rivers?

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

Requirements

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

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

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

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

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

We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Business Support Coordinator within our Foster Careline Service.

As a Senior Business Support Coordinator, you will provide administrative support to the Fostering Managers and foster team members.

You will continue to look after the administrative duties that arise in the office. You will also be required to take minutes from meetings, write reports, and respond to general inquiries. This is a busy and demanding role where it will allow you to show your skills of multi-tasking, using your initiative and confidence in a way to approach tasks independently.

Travel between office locations is an essential requirement for this role as and when required to do so. This is a full-time role and is based the Foster Careline office.

Your job will include:
• Maintaining the CHARMS database to ensure compliance
• Answering telephone and email enquiries
• Processing regular checks on potential and existing foster carers/ children
• Liaising with Local Authorities in accordance with processes and regulations
• Processing financial claims, liaising with the finance team
• Attending weekly/ monthly meetings and taking minutes
• Foster Carer Panel - pre- and post-panel administration, panel agenda, communicating with Panel Members, attending panel to record the minutes, either in-person or virtual
• Undertake the CHARMS Superuser role, attending meetings and training
• Health and safety, working with the facilities team to ensure safety in the workplace
• 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.

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
• Blue Light Card
• Simply Health 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

Role Profile - Role Profile _ Fostering Senior Business Support Coordinator v3.pdf

For more information, please e-mail our recruitment team at recruitment@five-rivers.org or call 01722 435750 option 2

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

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

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

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

Currently we are looking for an experienced Primary - Early Years Specialist who would be excited about taking on a class of our youngest pupils. This would be as cover for maternity in the first instance.

​​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?​

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

Requirements​

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

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

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

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

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

We are recruiting a Business Support Coordinator to join our fostering service in Ellesmere Port, within our Foster Careline partner Agency – Part of the Five Rivers Group.

The administrative teams work cohesively across all services. 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 role's administrative duties include answering general queries and fostering-related business by phone and email, processing regular checks for current foster carers and children, managing diary 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.

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 15 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 Foster Careline?
Working for Foster Careline and 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:
• Formal induction and training in our paperless electronic recording and management system (CHARMS)
• Monthly supervision provided by the Business Support Manager
• Competitive annual leave allowance
• Career progression opportunities
• Pension scheme and access to employee assistance program
• Blue Light Card
• Simplyhealth Membership
• Long Service Reward Scheme
• Employee and Foster Carer Referral Scheme
• Enhanced Maternity Package for Mothers who have been with s for over one year

For more information, please e-mail our recruitment team at recruitment@five-rivers.org or call 01722 435750, option 2

Five Rivers Child Care is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of Children and Young People. Applicants must be willing to undergo appropriate child protection screening, including employment references and 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 a Social Enterprise committed to transforming the lives of children and young people, by reinvesting in children’s futures.

We are recruiting Independent Panel Members for our Safehouses Fostering Office based in Oldham.

You will be required to prepare for and be present on the Panel meeting. Successful candidates will be responsible, in collaboration with the other Panel members, for making recommendations about applicants’ suitability to foster and the continued approval of existing foster carers. You will demonstrate the skills of drawing upon you own personal and professional knowledge and experience. You must uphold our policies and procedures to ensure equality, inclusion and anti-discriminatory practice. The suitable candidates must be able to work as a team member to achieve the best outcomes for the children, prioritising their individual needs and safety.

Experience of working with children/young people would be an advantage but optional, representation from other sectors such as health and Police is advantageous. No formal social work qualifications are necessary, but understanding and empathy for the work required are essential.

If you are interested in these posts and have the necessary skills and experience, please do not hesitate to apply by completing our online application form.

As a Panel Member, you will receive £225 per panel. Meetings take place monthly at the Safehouses office, candidates will be required to travel to the meeting venue as required.

For more information, please contact Recruitment@five-rivers.org

Five Rivers Child Care is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of Children and Young People. Applicants must be willing to undergo appropriate child protection screening, including employment references and 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 recruiting a children’s home Registered Manager to lead our team at Pennine View, our home for up to four children and young people aged 10 to 18 years. You will be an experienced Registered Manager working in an environment and culture where children are respected, listened to, and involved in as many decisions as possible.

As the Registered Manager, you will lead, manage, and develop a team of Therapeutic Support workers who help and support our children who have experienced Adverse Childhood Experiences and trauma using our trauma-informed practices, which are embedded within our culture. Pennine View also offers empathic and supportive care for LGBTQIA+ children

Our leadership team will invest in your progression as a professional in the child care 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 are looking for a committed and dedicated Registered Manager. You’ll be a natural at building a rapport with children and someone full of empathy, so you can understand and relate to the young people you work with.

You will need to have at least 2 years’ experience of being a Registered Manager working in a Children’s Residential Setting within the last five years, hold or be working towards your Level 5 in leadership and management, and have a minimum of Level 3 in Children and Young Peoples Work Force, have a proven track record with Ofsted, Legislative Framework.

Life Change Care is proud to be part of the Five Rivers Family

Hours: On average 37.5 hours a week – some flexibility will be needed to ensure the smooth running of the home

Why Life Change?
• 28 days plus 8 bank holidays annual leave allowance
• Full Occupancy Bonus of £400 per month
• On-going training and learning through our Learning & Development Team
• We are committed to your development – we hold a Gold Investors in People Award
• Ongoing training and support from in-house and external trainers
• Employee Support Programmes
• Enhanced company pension scheme
• Refer a friend bonus scheme
• Blue Light card

Role Profile – available on request

Find out about our service
Our Homes | Life Change Care

Please do not delay in applying. Apply directly and fill out an application form or call our office on 01722 495766 or 07545 661471 for a confidential chat with our Recruitment Partner.

Life Change Care, a subsidiary of 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 North service based in our Doncaster office covering carers in Doncaster, ​Skegness and its surrounding areas.

The role offers a hybrid working arrangement, with some work completed from home, face-to-face meetings with foster carers across Lincolnshire. 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 Recruitment@five-rivers.org 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.