Residential Vacancies

We are recruiting a Clinical Practitioner for our Five Rivers Residential service in Leeds, Yorkshire.

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Your role will focus on supporting and upskilling managers and support workers to embed and infuse attachment and trauma-informed care approaches into their practice. This is achieved through:
• Regular, scheduled integrated clinical assessment and formulation meetings for young people looked after within the home to provide a thorough understanding of the young person’s needs and therapeutic care planning to the network around the young person,
• Written assessment reports and integrative therapeutic support plans for each young person,
• Consultancy and specialist training in developmental trauma, attachment, and therapeutic parenting approaches for staff teams,
• Weekly Clinical Reflective Practice group for managers and residential care workers,
• Leadership and support for managers, to support the embedding of ATIC at all levels,

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The Residential team is enthusiastic and welcoming, and they work hard to embrace psychological thinking and reflective practice approaches in their work with children and young people. The Clinical Practitioner’s input is highly valued, and their opinions and formulations are actively integrated into practice.

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There is scope for evolving and expanding the clinical role within the team and we are proud to have a dynamic and creative approach to implementing meaningful change within our service.

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Role requirements:
• Clinical psychologists or counseling psychologists must be HCPC-registered (pending registration considered if you have a doctorate in clinical or counseling 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 neglect
• Experience completing clinical assessments
• Experience delivering training programmes
• Substantial experience in delivering psychological assessments for children, young people, and families, including the use of specialist assessment tools
• Experience in developing interventions and strategies to support the residential team in managing the day-to-day challenges that our young people experience and meeting their unmet developmental needs.

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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 that 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. ATIC is about using our research and knowledge of how children form bonds with their caregivers and working to meet children ‘where they are’ to recover from adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) gently and safely.

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Role Profile: ClinicalPractitioner Fountain House September 2023.pdf

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You will receive:
• Salary: £46,000 - to £50,000 (pro rata, depending on level of experience)
• 25 days’ holiday plus 8 bank holidays pro rata
• Company pension scheme
• Enhanced DBS check and update service
• SimplyHealth employee healthcare cashback scheme
• PerkBox online benefit program for employee perks and discounts
• Enhanced Maternity leave package for mothers who have been with us for over one year
• Employee referral scheme
• Employee assistance program
• Ongoing clinical and professional support and supervision from a highly experienced Assessment and Therapy Team:
• Extensive training and continued professional development opportunities, including access to an online CPD platform, Therapeutic Care training, Story Stem Assessment Training, and Clinical Trauma Specialist Certification
• Peer Buddy allocated at induction to support you through the probation period and beyond
• Monthly reflective practice space

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For more information about this role, please contact the recruitment team where we can arrange a confidential chat with our clinical team
Alternatively, you can e-mail our recruitment team at [email protected] or call 01722 435750 option 2.
Five Rivers Child Care is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Applicants must be willing to undergo appropriate child protection screening, including employment references and DBS check.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.

We are recruiting a Play/Art Therapist for our Five Rivers Residential service in Leeds, Yorkshire.

Your role will involve the delivery of play therapy techniques to children, predominantly primary school age, who are struggling with their mental health and emotional well-being. We are looking for applicants who have a proven track record of delivering play therapy with vulnerable children and who can provide support and advice to managers and support workers to help integrate attachment and trauma-informed play approaches into their practice. The play therapist will report to the residential clinician or the Senior Principal Psychologist.

​The Residential team is enthusiastic and welcoming, and they work hard to embrace psychological thinking and reflective practice approaches in their work with children and young people. The Play Therapist’s input is highly valued, and their opinions and formulations are actively integrated into practice.

​​There is scope for evolving and expanding play therapy within the team and we are proud to have a dynamic and creative approach to implementing meaningful change within our service.

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​Role requirements:

A qualification in Play Therapy or Arts Therapy (We require at least a Level 5 qualification or above).

• Current membership of an appropriate professional body (BACP, BAPT, BAAT, etc.).

• Master’s degree from a BAPT-accredited course in Play Therapy

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• Postgraduate and/or MA/MSc in Play Therapy from another provider.

• A minimum of one year’s post-qualification experience

• Essential: Must have experience relating to working with children and young people who have experienced trauma and neglect

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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 that 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. ATIC is about using our research and knowledge of how children form bonds with their caregivers and working to meet children ‘where they are’ to recover from adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) gently and safely.

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Role Profile: Play Art therapist JD new.pdf

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You will receive:
• Salary: up to £38,000 - (pro rata, depending on level of experience)
• 25 days’ holiday plus 8 bank holidays pro rata
• Company pension scheme
• Enhanced DBS check and update service
• SimplyHealth employee healthcare cashback scheme
• PerkBox online benefit program for employee perks and discounts
• Enhanced Maternity leave package for mothers who have been with us for over one year
• Employee referral scheme
• Employee assistance program
• Ongoing clinical and professional support and supervision from a highly experienced Assessment and Therapy Team:
• Extensive training and continued professional development opportunities, including access to an online CPD platform, Therapeutic Care training, and Story Stem Assessment Training,• Monthly reflective practice space

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For more information about this role, please contact the recruitment team where we can arrange a confidential chat with our clinical team

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​Alternatively, you can e-mail our recruitment team at [email protected] or call 01722 435750 option 2.

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

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​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.

Independent Form F Assessors - Nationwide

Five Rivers Child Care is a leading Social Enterprise that turns children’s lives around. 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.

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 ups 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 and 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 HCPC 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.

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.

For more information, please contact Rec[email protected] or call 01722 435750 and press option 2

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

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

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

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

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

Part of the role involves some overnight stays in the home.  You will need to do between 2 and 3 of these ‘sleep-ins’ per week, 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 ot £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 licence and be over the age of 19.

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

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

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

• 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
• Perk Box – 100’s of high street and web-based discounts
• Ongoing training and support through our Learning & Development Team, with in-house and external trainers.
• We will pay for your Level 4 Diploma in Residential Child Care
• Employee Support programs including 24/7 GP service, counselling, and advice.
• Long Service award scheme.
• Enhanced Maternity Leave package for mothers with over one year’s service.
• Meals as part of a family when on shift
• Blue Light discount card eligibility.
• Refer a Friend bonus!.
• Foster Carer Referral bonus!

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

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

Talk to our recruitment team today and make a difference in children’s lives by calling 01722 435750 option 2 or email us at [email protected]

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

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

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Your teaching career with Five Rivers Child Care starts here. We are looking for Higher Level Teaching Assistants (HLTA) to join our 1 Ace Provision /school in Ilford, London, you will be working with an experienced team and in a culture where children are respected, listened to, and involved in as many decisions as possible.

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

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

You will be working 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’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, and that’s one of the key reasons we were named Employer of the Year at the National Children and Young People Awards 2021.

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
Five Rivers Child Care is a Social Enterprise that has been turning children’s lives around since 1989.
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 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 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
• Perk box 100’s of high street discounts
• Enhanced company pension scheme (4% employer contribution)
• Employee Support Programmes
• 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
• We are committed to your development – we hold a Gold Investors in People Award

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

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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.

To view the role profile in full, please click apply

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

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

Five Rivers is an Investor in People and Equal Opportunities employer. In 2021 we were named Employer of the Year award at the National Children and Young People Awards. Why? Find out here: https://bit.ly/3xt21u9

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We are looking for Higher Level Teaching Assistants (HLTA) to join our school in Rochdale. 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. You will be based in our Ofsted registered school but may also support 1 ACE provision locally.

1ACE (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 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, and that’s one of the key reasons we were named Employer of the Year at the National Children and Young People Awards 2021.

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
Five Rivers Child Care is a Social Enterprise that has been turning children’s lives around since 1989.
We offer a range of supportive, safe environments for children and young people whose 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 Willow View School – Rochdale
Willow View School is a small independent SEMH school for pupils aged 6-18. We will be registered for 22 children with a range of needs including ADHD, autism, developmental trauma, sensory processing difficulties, dyslexia, and attachment difficulties amongst other varying needs. We build our curriculum offer around each pupil, tailoring a bespoke package that is individualised according to each of our children’s needs and interests. This often consists of academic subjects, well-being, physical activity, social skills, and independence.

Our school has two buildings on one site, one being an old farmhouse which is grade II listed. Willow view will cater for very small class groups of pupils, promoting social engagement. We also have an outreach alternative provision attached to the school for pupils who are not yet ready to access education in a classroom setting. These pupils are taught in community settings such as youth and community centres and have 1:1 or 2:1 staffing. They also have a personalised curriculum and timetable, adapted to suit their needs and interests.

We have a small and friendly staff team of teachers and HLTA’s who have a range of qualifications and experience working within the SEMH and SEN field. Our staff are trauma-informed and have a great understanding of our pupils and their challenges before coming to us. Our therapist attends our site weekly, providing direct therapy to our pupils that require it, offering consultations and reflective practice to the staff team, and facilitating some of our training.

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 -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
• Perk box 100’s of high street discounts
• Enhanced company pension scheme (4% employer contribution)
• Employee Support Programmes
• 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
• We are committed to your development – we hold a Gold Investors in People Award

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

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.

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

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

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

Five Rivers is an Investor in People and Equal Opportunities employer. In 2021 we were named Employer of the Year award at the National Children and Young People Awards. Why? Find out here: https://bit.ly/3xt21u9

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

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

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

• 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 ot £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 licence and be over the age of 19.

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

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

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

• 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
• Perk Box – 100’s of high street and web-based discounts
• Ongoing training and support through our Learning & Development Team, with in-house and external trainers.
• We will pay for your Level 4 Diploma in Residential Child Care
• Employee Support programs including 24/7 GP service, counselling, and advice.
• Long Service award scheme.
• Enhanced Maternity Leave package for mothers with over one year’s service.
• Meals as part of a family when on shift
• Blue Light discount card eligibility.
• Refer a Friend bonus!.
• Foster Carer Referral bonus!

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

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

Talk to our recruitment team today and make a difference in children’s lives by calling 01722 435750 option 2 or email us at [email protected]

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

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

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We have an exciting opportunity to join our team of Residential Care Workers who are dedicated to helping to turn the lives of children round. We have a number of small homes in and around Salisbury that provide care to both boys and girls aged 6 – 12 on admission. The homes are easily commutable from towns such as Fordingbridge, Salisbury, Wilton, Amesbury, Romsey, and Andover.

These children need your help to learn how to trust again after they have been let down by adults in their life. If you can commit to some regular time each week, we can offer you a varied and interesting time, whilst also following a planned structure, so you and the children know what to expect.

You will an integral part of the support for our children in learning healthy routines, provide them with learning opportunities like developing life skills, listening to them read or help with. You will be working with an experienced and dedicated team and in a culture where children are respected, listened to, and involved in as many decisions as possible. You will support the team in creating a home where these children can thrive, showing them their value by providing them with nurturing experiences, maintaining the environment, and providing home cooked food. You can support the children with a sense of achievement by working with the team to ensure records of their journey are kept up to date.

Our leadership teams will invest in your progression as a professional in the child-care sector. Not only do we source and deliver up to date training opportunities. We also prioritise and discuss your personal development goals to ensure you’re getting the most out of your career. Our online learning platform allows you to keep up to date, even if you are part time. We know how important it is that we look after you, so you can look after the children who need you, and that’s one of the key reasons we were named Employer of the Year at the National Children and Young People Awards 2021.

The role can be challenging at times, as our children have often experienced a great deal of loss and adversity in their lives. As a result, our young people are likely to have attachment difficulties. However, with the training we provide and continued support from the clinicians assigned to each home, you will be equipped with the skills and confidence you need to manage these challenges.

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 grow a career out of this rewarding role or just provide regular and ongoing support to children and not give up at the first hurdle. You’ll be a natural at building a rapport with children and someone who is full of empathy, so you can understand and relate to the young people you work with.

When it comes to our residential staff, we don’t settle for second best. Previous experience in a care setting would be advantageous, and QCF Level 3/4 in Children and Young people is desirable but not essential. The right attitude, dedication, personal qualities, and levels of resilience are just as important (we will support you to complete the relevant qualifications). What really matters is that you share our vision and determination to turn children’s lives around.

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

Why Five Rivers?
• 30 days (22 days plus 8 bank holidays) annual leave allowance
• £50 per Sleep in Allowance (on top of the annual salary)
• On-going training and learning through our Learning & Development Team
• We will pay for your qualification – Level 4 Diploma in Residential Child Care
• We are committed to your development – we hold a Gold Investors in People Award
• 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)
• Eating as part of the family when on shift
• 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.
• Ability to work individually and as part of a team.
• Be calm in situations of crisis and follow the lead of a shift leader.
• QCF Level 3/4 in Children and Young people is desirable. If you do not have either of these qualifications, we will give you this training.
• Be committed to ongoing professional development and achieve the Level 4 diploma in Children and Young people.

If you have experience working with children 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

Five Rivers is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of Children and Young People. Applicants must be willing to undergo appropriate child protection screening, including employment references and a DBS check.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.
Five Rivers is an Investor in People and Equal Opportunities employer. In 2021 we were named Employer of the Year award at the National Children and Young People Awards. Why? Find out here: https://bit.ly/3xt21u9

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a full-time Supervising Social Worker /Senior Practitioner to join our South West fostering service, your base will be at our office in Maisemore – Gloucestershire the role offers a hybrid way of working.

The ideal applicant will have experience of working with looked after children and foster carers, but this is not essential, as we offer an extensive training programme for all our staff. You will be joining an experienced team and will need to share our commitment to supporting our foster families who are passionate about turning children’s lives around.

You will have a manageable caseload and the support and resources to engage positively with foster carers and children.

This role is working on 4 days a week.

​Five Rivers works from a Trauma-informed (ATIC) model with integration across our fostering, residential, clinical and education services to achieve the best possible outcomes for young people.

You will be responsible for:

• 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.
• Assist in carer recruitment activities.
• Complete Form F Assessments following the relevant training.
• Be part of our Children’s and Young People’s Participation 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.
• Taking part in our out-of-hours support to foster carers on a rota basis from home.
• Taking part in our daily duty service on a rota basis from the office.
  
  

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You will receive:

• Market-related salary plus on-call allowance plus car allowance.
• 25 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays each year.
• Pension scheme and access to the employee assistance programme.
• Enhanced Maternity leave package for mothers who have been with us for over one year.
• Perk box discount scheme membership.
• Simply Health Membership.
• Blue Light Card eligibility.
• Refer a Friend bonus.
• Formal induction and training in our paperless electronic recording and management system (CHARMs).
• Professional social work supervision provided by a manager.
• Integrate with our clinical, education and residential service provision.
• Take the lead in a specified service e.g., Parent and child, carer support groups.
• Learning opportunities to meet the requirements of your CPD for Social Work England.

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 working in the fostering sector and/or with children/young people in social care.
• A formal social work qualification.
• Be registered as a social worker with Social Work England.
• Have a valid driving licence.
• The right to work in the UK.
  
  

For an informal chat please contact our recruitment team on 01722 435750 and press option 2 or e-mail [email protected]

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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.

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

​Our fantastic Thornaby Fostering service is looking for a Team Manager, based in our office in Stockton on Tees. You will have the opportunity to grow and develop your skills in this role, we are interested in speaking with current Team Managers, Senior or Advanced Practitioners for this opportunity.

​As a Team Manager, you will work closely with our service manager to help shape, influence, and implement the future growth of this service from Darlington to Tyneside and the surrounding areas.

​You will be supporting the service manager by managing a team, so someone with strong leadership qualities and a passion for improving outcomes for children is desirable for this role, you must be registered with Social Work England and either hold a Management or Leadership qualification or be prepared to undertake training on this.

​At our Thornaby Service, there are some requirements to travel for Panels, Support Groups, Training Events and the Fostering Service operations Group Management Group meetings.

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

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

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

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

Why Five Rivers?
• Market-Related Salary plus on-call allowance
• 25 days of holiday per year plus 8 bank holidays
• £4,500 Car Allowance
• Enhanced Maternity leave package for mothers who have been with us for over 1 year.
• Company Pension Scheme
• Perk Box – offering £100’s of discounts throughout High-street.
• Simply Health – Medical Cash Back Plan
• Free Parking on Site
• Refer a Friend Bonus
• Refer a Foster Carer Bonus for potential carers, not in your area.
• Employee assistance programs
• Professional Supervision by your manager
• Formal induction and training in our paperless electronic recording and management system (CHARMs)
• Individual and group Clinical reflective space provided by a qualified psychologist/clinician.
• Opportunities to integrate with our clinical, education and residential services.

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

​Do not delay your application. For more information, please contact our recruitment team by calling 01722 435750 option 2 or by emailing [email protected]

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

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

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

Your Teaching career with Five Rivers Child Care starts here, we are looking for a English 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 teaching English Key stages 2-4.

​​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. We know how important it is that we look after you, so you can look after the children who need you, and that’s one of the key reasons we were named Employer of the Year at the National Children and Young People Awards 2021. ​

​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!

To view the role profile in full, please click apply  20200227_Role_Profile_Teacher_Outreach 1 ACE.pdf

Hours​

Term Time, this goes in line with the local authority

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

Why Five Rivers?​

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

Requirements​

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

​

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

​​

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

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

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

​Five Rivers is an Investor in People Gold accredited company and a proud member of Social Enterprise.

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

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

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

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

​Our leadership team will invest in your progression as a professional in the Education sector. Not only do we source and deliver up-to-date training opportunities, but we also prioritise and discuss your personal development goals to ensure you’re getting the most out of your career. We know how important it is that we look after you, so you can look after the children who need you, and that’s one of the key reasons we were named Employer of the Year at the National Children and Young People Awards 2021. ​

​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!

To view the role profile in full, 20201020_Role_Profile_Teacher_1ACE.pdfplease click apply

​Hours​

Term Time, this goes in line with the local authority

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

Why Five Rivers?​

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

Requirements​

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

​

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

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

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

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

​Five Rivers is an Investor in People Gold accredited company and a proud member of Social Enterprise.

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Your Teaching career with Five Rivers Child Care starts here, we are looking for a PHSE 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 PHSE Key stages 2-4.

​​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. We know how important it is that we look after you, so you can look after the children who need you, and that’s one of the key reasons we were named Employer of the Year at the National Children and Young People Awards 2021. ​

​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!

To view the role profile in full, 20201020_Role_Profile_Teacher_1ACE.pdfplease click apply

​Hours​

Term Time, this goes in line with the local authority

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

Why Five Rivers?​

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

Requirements​

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

​

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

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

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

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

​Five Rivers is an Investor in People Gold accredited company and a proud member of Social Enterprise.

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

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

Our Supervising Social Worker’s days are varied and interesting, you will be able to follow a flexible structure whilst supporting our foster carers, holding realistic caseloads and be able to provide 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, be part of our Children & Young people’s participation and strategy events and be part of our out of hours service where you will support our foster carers on a rota basis.

​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, and that’s one of the key reasons we were named Employer of the Year at the National Children and Young People Awards 2021. ​

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 career with a therapeutically based organisation and leading independent fostering agency.

​For newly qualified social workers you will have access to the ASYE programme, 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, education 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 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 fostering and foster care services in Liverpool, Lancashire and surrounding areas, including Southport, Preston, Blackpool, St. Annes, Morecambe, Lancaster, Wigan, Chorley, and Warrington. Also, in the Merseyside area including Runcorn, Widnes, Wirral, Knowsley, and St. Helens

​Hours​

Our full-time hours are 37 hours per week, Monday to Thursday 9am -17:00pm and Fridays 9am – 16:30pm

You will be expected to be in our office as a minimum of 1 day per week

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​
• Perk Box High Street Discounts​
• Ongoing training and support from in house and external trainers​
• Employee Support Programmes      ​
• Enhanced company pension scheme (4% employer contribution) ​
• Refer a friend bonus scheme​
• Long service and recognition scheme

​​Requirements​

• 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.​

​Five Rivers is a Gold- accredited Investor in People. In 2021 we were named Employer of the Year award at the National Children and Young People Awards. Why? Find out here: https://bit.ly/3xt21u9​​​

Your Teaching career with Five Rivers Child Care starts here. We are looking for a Teacher to join our school in Rochdale. 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 secondary teachers who have English or Maths as a specialism or primary teachers who have experience with the transition to secondary.

As a Teacher at Five Rivers Child Care, 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.

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, and that’s one of the key reasons we were named Employer of the Year at the National Children and Young People Awards 2021.

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 dedicated people who want to continue their career with a therapeutically based organisation, Ofsted registered schools and leading alternative education provision (1 ACE).

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

About Five Rivers
Five Rivers Child Care is a Social Enterprise that has been turning children’s lives around since 1989.
We offer a range of supportive, safe environments for children and young people who 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 Willow View - Rochdale

​Willow View School is a small independent SEMH school for pupils aged 6-18 located in Rochdale, Greater Manchester. The school is registered to offer education to 30 pupils with a range of needs including ADHD, autism, developmental trauma, anxiety, sensory processing difficulties, dyslexia and attachment difficulties, amongst other varying needs. Willow View School caters to individual needs within very small class groups of pupils, promoting social engagement.

​At Willow View School, we look to develop well-rounded, confident and responsible individuals who aspire to achieve their full potential. We will do this by providing a welcoming, happy, safe and supportive learning environment in which everyone is equal, and all achievements are celebrated.

​We believe that a happy child is a successful one. We are committed to providing a positive, safe and stimulating environment for children to learn, where all feel valued. We intend that all children should enjoy their learning, achieve their potential and become independent lifelong learners. ​

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 -16:30 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
• Perk Box High Street Discounts
• Company Pension
• Ongoing training and support from in-house and external trainers
• Employee Support Programmes
• Enhanced maternity package for mothers who have been with us for over one year
• On-going training and learning through our Learning & Development Team
• Company pension scheme
• Refer a Friend bonus scheme.
• Refer a Foster Care Bonus
• Long service and recognition scheme

​Requirements

• Good written and IT skills.
• Able to communicate with children, colleagues, and external customers.
• Able to actively listen to others.
• NQTS or QTS registration
• Valid Driving Licence
• 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, fill out an application form, or call the recruitment team on 01722 435750 (option 2) for more information.

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

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

​Five Rivers is an Investor in People and Equal Opportunities employer. In 2021 we were named Employer of the Year award at the National Children and Young People Awards. Why? Find out here: https://bit.ly/3xt21u9

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

We are particularly interested in speaking with teachers who have experience in teaching English Key stages 2-4.

​​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. We know how important it is that we look after you, so you can look after the children who need you, and that’s one of the key reasons we were named Employer of the Year at the National Children and Young People Awards 2021. ​

​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  20200227_Role_Profile_Teacher_Outreach 1 ACE.pdf

Hours​

Term Time, this goes in line with the local authority

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

Why Five Rivers?​

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

Requirements​

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

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

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

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

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

​Five Rivers is an Investor in People Gold accredited company and a proud member of Social Enterprise.

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Your Teaching career with Five Rivers Child Care starts here. We are looking for a Science Teacher to join our school  Endeavour House, 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 particularly interested in speaking with teachers who have experience in teaching Science Key stages 2-4.

​​As one of our 1 ACE (Another Chance Education) Teachers, ​your day will be varied and interesting; you will  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  is our alternative education provision, which works with children and young people who struggle in their formal or specialised education settings and for whom 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, and that’s one of the key reasons we were named Employer of the Year at the National Children and Young People Awards 2021. ​

​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  20200227_Role_Profile_Teacher_Outreach 1 ACE.pdf

Hours​

Term Time, this goes in line with the local authority

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

Why Five Rivers?​

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

Requirements​

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

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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!

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

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

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

​Five Rivers is an Investor in People Gold accredited company and a proud member of Social Enterprise.

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We are recruiting for our residential children’s home in Taunton. We are a social enterprise that provides caring, bespoke residential homes for young people aged 5-18 who have had a difficult start to life.

You will join a team of compassionate, child-focused adults whose mission is to give the best experiences to our children and young people. You will also be supported as part of a bigger team with our integrated services including our Clinical and education colleagues.

We specialise in trauma-informed care following our therapeutic model to help their lives around.

You will need to have experience in shift leading and working with children and young people in a residential setting, you will be supporting our team of residential support staff by regular supervision and key work with our young people. 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 Team Leader, 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

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 and have your Level 3 qualification in Children & young people’s workforce or equivalent.

We will support you to achieve your Level 5 Qualifications. Ideally, you will have a full driving licence and be over the age of 19.

Why join Five Rivers?

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

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

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

• 30 days (22 days plus 8 bank holidays) annual leave (plus a holiday purchase scheme)
• 3-week rolling rota given 6 weeks in advance.
• £50 per sleep-in payment on top of your salary
• Simplyhealth – medical cash-back plan
• Perk Box – 100’s of high street and web-based discounts
• Ongoing training and support through our Learning & Development Team, with in-house and external trainers
• We will pay for your Level 4 Diploma in Residential Child Care
• Employee Support programs including 24/7 GP service, counselling, and advice.
• Long Service award scheme
• Enhanced Maternity Leave package for mothers with over 1 years’ service
• Meals as part of a family when on shift
• Blue Light discount card eligibility
• Refer a Friend bonus
• Foster Carer Referral bonus

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

Talk to our recruitment team today and make a difference in children’s lives by calling 01722 435750 option 2 or email us at [email protected]

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

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

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We are recruiting a Team Leader to join our residential children’s home in Salisbury. We are a social enterprise that provides caring, bespoke residential homes for young people aged 7-18 who have had a difficult start to life.

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

You will need to have experience in shift leading and working with children and young people in a residential setting, you will be supporting our team of residential support staff by regular supervision and key work with our young people. 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 Team Leader, 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

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 and have your Level 3 qualification in Children & young people’s workforce or equivalent.

We will support you to achieve your Level 5 Qualifications. Ideally, you will have a full driving licence and be over the age of 19.

Why join Five Rivers?

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

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

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

• 30 days (22 days plus 8 bank holidays) annual leave (plus a holiday purchase scheme)
• 3-week rolling rota given 6 weeks in advance.
• £50 per sleep-in payment on top of your salary
• Simplyhealth – medical cash-back plan
• Perk Box – 100’s of high street and web-based discounts
• Ongoing training and support through our Learning & Development Team, with in-house and external trainers
• We will pay for your Level 4 Diploma in Residential Child Care
• Employee Support programs including 24/7 GP service, counselling, and advice.
• Long Service award scheme
• Enhanced Maternity Leave package for mothers with over 1 years’ service
• Meals as part of a family when on shift
• Blue Light discount card eligibility
• Refer a Friend bonus!
• Foster Carer Referral bonus!

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

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 [email protected]

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

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

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Your Teaching career with Five Rivers Child Care starts here. We are looking for a Science Teacher to join our school in Doncaster. 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 with experience teaching Science Key stages 2-4.

​​​​As a Science 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. We know how important it is that we look after you, so you can look after the children who need you, and that’s one of the key reasons we were named Employer of the Year at the National Children and Young People Awards 2021. ​

​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 Field Gate School in Doncaster

​Field Gate School in Fishlakes, Doncaster, is set 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-rounded individuals, we can often be out in the local community, or further afield allowing the pupils the best learning experiences possible. Our team have a range of qualifications and experience which allows us to cater for the pupil’s needs and wants.

​To view the role profile in full, please click apply 20200227_Role_Profile_Teacher_Outreach 1 ACE.pdf

​​Hours

​Term Time, this goes in line with the local authority

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

​Why Five Rivers?​

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

Requirements

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

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

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

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

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

​Five Rivers is an Investor in People Gold accredited company and a proud member of Social Enterprise.​

Your Teaching career with Five Rivers Child Care starts here. We are looking for Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join our school in Leeds. You will work with an experienced team in a culture where children are respected, listened to, and involved in as many decisions as possible.

As a HLTA, your day will be varied and exciting. You will be able to support our teachers by assisting in the classrooms or out in the community whilst following a flexible structure and helping our children and young people to unlock their passion for learning. You will be based in our Ofsted registered school but may also support our 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’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, and that’s one of the key reasons we were named Employer of the Year at the National Children and Young People Awards 2021.

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.

About Five Rivers

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

We offer a range of supportive, safe environments for children and young people whose 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.

Our Team at Fountain House School - Leeds

Fountain House School is a small, intimate, calm, and well-organised learning environment that creates a safe, nurturing atmosphere where pupils can learn, work and play. It is the education arm of a tripod-integrated service Five Rivers Childcare provides, including residential, clinical, and education.

We are based in Leeds, and our children are aged between 8-17 with SEMH needs; our school provides a broad-based curriculum that supports the growth and development of the whole child.

The Fountain House family is warm and welcoming, with a small team of vibrant, energetic, and happy staff passionate about delivering good quality education in a bespoke, therapeutic, and trauma-informed manner to our children. If you are enthusiastic, emotional, and fun-loving, seeking to join a dynamic and exciting team, look no further…Fountain House School is the place for you.

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

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)
• 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.
• 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 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 race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.

Five Rivers is an Investor in People and Equal Opportunities employer. In 2021 we were named Employer of the Year award at the National Children and Young People Awards. Why? Find out here: https://bit.ly/3xt21u9

We are recruiting for a part-time (3 days per week) Fostering Clinical Practitioner, ideally located in the North East/North Yorkshire area, to support Five Rivers Fostering services in Newcastle, Stockton and Doncaster. Some requirement to travel to offices (minimum once per month). All travel costs will be covered.

​Your primary task will be supporting the professional system working around the children. ​ Your role will focus on supporting and upskilling managers, social workers, support workers and foster carers to embed and infuse attachment and trauma-informed care approaches into their practice. This is achieved through the delivery of an established clinical model. You will be part of a wider Assessment & Therapy Multi-Disciplinary Team working nationally across Fostering and Residential Services.

​This role is suitable for a clinician who would like to apply their therapeutic knowledge systemically across a service.

​Role requirements:

• Essential: HCPC-registered psychologist (Education, Counselling or Clinical) OR UKCP registered Psychotherapist
• ​Essential: Experience in delivering evidence-based therapeutic support directly or systemically in a family or children’s services context – e.g. schools, local authority, CAMHS, services for Looked after children
• Desirable: Experience of delivering training programmes

​Role Profile: Role Profile - Fostering Clinician July 2023.docx

​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

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For more information about this role, please contact the recruitment team, where we can arrange a confidential chat with our Senior Principal Psychologist

Alternatively, e-mail our recruitment team at [email protected] or call 01722 435750 option 2.​

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

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

We are particularly interested in speaking with teachers who have experience in teaching ​Maths Key stages 2-4.

​​​As a Maths 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. We know how important it is that we look after you, so you can look after the children who need you, and that’s one of the key reasons we were named Employer of the Year at the National Children and Young People Awards 2021. ​

​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 Field Gate School in Doncaster
Field Gate School in Fishlakes, Doncaster, is set 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-rounded individuals, we can often be out in the local community, or further afield allowing the pupils the best learning experiences possible. Our team have a range of qualifications and experience which allows us to cater for the pupil’s needs and wants.

To view the role profile in full, please click apply 20200227_Role_Profile_Teacher_Outreach 1 ACE.pdf

​Hours

Term Time: in line with the local authority

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

Why Five Rivers?​

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

Requirements

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

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

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

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

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

​Five Rivers is an Investor in People Gold accredited company and a proud member of Social Enterprise.​

Independent Form F Assessors - Bromsgrove

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Five Rivers Child Care is a leading Social Enterprise that turns children’s lives around. 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.

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We are particularly interested in those who can cover the Staffordshire, Birmingham, Worcester and Rugby area.

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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.

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Complete all amendments/follow ups 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 and present the family to the fostering service panel once all documentation has been signed off.

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

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Essential Criteria:
• Recognised professional social work qualification. (DipSW or equivalent)
• Must have HCPC 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.

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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.

For more information, please contact Rec[email protected] or call 01722 435750 and press option 2

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

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We are recruiting a Play/Art Therapist for our Five Rivers Residential service in Orpington, Kent.

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Your role will involve delivery of play therapy techniques to children, predominantly primary school age, who are struggling with their mental health and emotional wellbeing. We are looking for applicants who have a proven track record of delivering play therapy with vulnerable children and who can provide support and advice to managers and support workers to help integrate attachment and trauma-informed play approaches into their practice. The play therapist will report to the residential clinician or the Senior Principal Psychologist.

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The Residential team is enthusiastic and welcoming, and they work hard to embrace psychological thinking and reflective practice approaches in their work with children and young people. The Play Therapist’s input is highly valued, and their opinions and formulations are actively integrated into practice.

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There is scope for evolving and expanding play therapy within the team and we are proud to have a dynamic and creative approach to implementing meaningful change within our service.

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Hours:

This role a on a part time basis covering 11 hours per week.

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Role requirements:

A qualification in Play Therapy or Arts Therapy (We require at least a Level 5 qualification or above).

• Current membership of an appropriate professional body (BACP, BAPT, BAAT, etc.).

• Master’s degree from a BAPT accredited course in Play Therapy

Or

• Post graduate and/or MA/MSc in Play Therapy from another provider.

• A minimum of one year’s post qualification experience

• Essential: must have experience relating to working with children and young people who have experienced trauma and neglect


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.

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Five Rivers is continuing to develop services that 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. ATIC is about using our research and knowledge of how children form bonds with their caregivers and working to meet children ‘where they are’ to recover from adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) gently and safely.

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Role Profile: Play Art therapist JD new.pdf

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You will receive:
• Salary: up to £38,000 - (pro rata, depending on level of experience)
• 25 days’ holiday plus 8 bank holidays pro rata
• Company pension scheme
• Enhanced DBS check and update service
• SimplyHealth employee healthcare cashback scheme
• PerkBox online benefit programme for employee perks and discounts
• Enhanced Maternity leave package for mothers who have been with us for over one year
• Employee referral scheme
• Employee assistance programme
• Ongoing clinical and professional support and supervision from a highly experienced Assessment and Therapy Team:
• Extensive training and continued professional development opportunities, including access to an online CPD platform, Therapeutic Care training and Story Stem Assessment Training,• Monthly reflective practice space

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For more information about this role, please contact the recruitment team where we can arrange a confidential chat with our clinical team
Alternatively, you can e-mail our recruitment team at [email protected] or call 01722 435750 option 2.
Five Rivers Child Care is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Applicants must be willing to undergo appropriate child protection screening, including employment references and DBS check.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.

Your Teaching career with Five Rivers Child Care starts here. We are looking for Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join our school in Orpington. You will work with an experienced team in a culture where children are respected, listened to, and involved in as many decisions as possible.

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As a HLTA, your day will be varied and exciting. You will be able to support our teachers by assisting in the classrooms or out in the community whilst following a flexible structure and helping our children and young people to unlock their passion for learning. You will be based in our Ofsted registered school but may also support our 1 ACE provision locally.

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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.

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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, and that’s one of the key reasons we were named Employer of the Year at the National Children and Young People Awards 2021.

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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.

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

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We offer a range of supportive, safe environments for children and young people whose 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.

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Our Team at Clannad House School - Orpington

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Clannad House school is a small, intimate, calm, and well-organised learning environment that creates a safe nurturing atmosphere in which pupils can learn, work, and play. It is the education arm of a tripod-integrated service provided by Five Rivers Childcare which includes residential, clinical, and education.

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We are based in Orpington, Southeast London and our children are aged between 8-17 with SEMH needs, our school provides a broad-based curriculum that supports the growth and development of the whole child.

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The Clannad family is a warm and welcoming one, with a small team of vibrant, energetic, and happy staff who are passionate about delivering good quality education in a bespoke, therapeutic, and trauma-informed manner to our children.

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If you are an enthusiastic, passionate, and fun-loving person who seeks to join a dynamic and exciting team, look no further…Clannad school is the place for you.

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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

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Why Five Rivers?
o On-going training and learning through our Learning & Development Team
o We are committed to your development – we hold a Gold Investors in People Award
o Simply Health Medical Cash Back Scheme
o Perk Box High Street Discounts
o Ongoing training and support from in-house and external trainers
o Employee Support Programmes
o Enhanced company pension scheme (4% employer contribution)
o Refer a friend bonus scheme
o Long service and recognition scheme

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

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

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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.

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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 race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.

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Five Rivers is an Investor in People and Equal Opportunities employer. In 2021 we were named Employer of the Year award at the National Children and Young People Awards. Why? Find out here: https://bit.ly/3xt21u9

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.

Based on the outskirts of Taunton, The Orchard is  a home for up to four children aged 5-12 on admission. We are looking for  an experienced Deputy Manager and can offer you an environment and culture where children are respected, listened to, and involved in as many decisions as possible. The home is easily commutable from towns such as Taunton, Bridgewater, Ilminster and Langport.

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

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

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

You will need to have at least two years’ 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. For each sleep-in you receive an additional £50 per night - if you completed eight sleep-ins per month, that's equivalent ot £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

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
• Perk Box – 100’s of high street and web-based discounts
• Ongoing training and support through our Learning & Development Team, with in-house and external trainers.
• Employee Support programs, including 24/7 GP service, counselling, and advice.
• Long Service award scheme.
• Enhanced Maternity Leave package for mothers with over one year’s service.
• Meals as part of a family when on shift
• Blue Light discount card eligibility.
• Refer a Friend bonus
• Foster Carer Referral bonus

Please make sure to apply. You can apply directly and 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.

Five Rivers is an Investor in People and Equal Opportunities employer. In 2021, we were named Employer of the Year award at the National Children and Young People Awards. Why? Find out here: https://bit.ly/3xt21u9

Develop your career as a Children’s home Deputy Manager at Ebble House. Our home is for up to four children aged 6 – 12 on admission. You will be an experienced Deputy Manager working in an environment and culture where children are respected, listened to, and involved in as many decisions as possible.​The home is easily commutable from towns such as Fordingbridge, Salisbury, Wilton, Amesbury, Romsey and Andover.

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

​Our leadership team will invest in your progression as a professional in the child care sector. Not only do we source and deliver up to date training opportunities, but we also prioritise and discuss your personal development goals to ensure you’re getting the most out of your career. We know how important it is that we look after you, so you can look after the children who need you, and that’s one of the key reasons we were named Employer of the Year at the National Children and Young People Awards 2021. ​

​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 Deputy Manager. You’ll be a natural at building a rapport with children and someone who is full of empathy, so you can understand and relate to the young people you work with. ​

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 ot £4800 p.a.

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

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

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

​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.​

​​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​
Perk Box High Street Discounts​
Ongoing training and support from in house and external trainers​
Employee Support Programmes
Enhanced company pension scheme (4% employer contribution) ​
Refer a friend bonus scheme​
Long service and recognition scheme​

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

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

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

Five Rivers is an Investor in People and Equal Opportunities employer. In 2021 we were named Employer of the Year award at the National Children and Young People Awards. Why? Find out here: https://bit.ly/3xt21u9

Join our small, friendly Learning and Development team, who are looking for a Coordinator to administer our Learning Management System (LMS) operation and learner data reporting. We will ensure that you are involved in a broad range of L&D activities and continue developing your own career.

This is an interesting role where you can demonstrate your excellent administration skills together with your ability to collate and report on data from the LMS and within Excel.

We will look to you to ensure the efficient administration, maintenance and reporting of our Learning Management System (iLearn) and collation of performance reports of our training information and data for all staff across the organisation.

We will give you ongoing training and development to be the subject matter expert in the Learning System, along with benefits such as Simplyhealth - Medical Cashback Scheme and Perk Box - online shopping discounts.  

A blended approach to home and office working is permanently in place for the team, but candidates must be able/willing to travel and work in our Head Office on agreed days, which is situated in the heart of Salisbury.

The working hours are Monday to Thursday: 09:00 –17:00, Friday 09:00-16:30

Key Responsibilities

• Accurate and timely reporting of all our learner training information in the learning management system to ensure full compliance. This includes a full and thorough understanding of the administration and maintenance of the system

• Maintain the central learning management system by the administration and input all the required information, ensuring that it is always up to date
• Support the L&D Manager in producing and providing monthly Training information
• Maintains and sets up reports as directed by the L&D Manager and is responsible for maintaining the information
• Assist the L&D Manager in developing and identifying learning and development opportunities, making the best use of the learning management system

• Working with the L&D Co-ordinator – Events to ensure that all training course information is uploaded and maintained in the system
• Communicate and support all Learners in the use of the system across the business and provide training to users on the best use of the system

Key Skills needed

• Ability to set up systems spreadsheets and competently undertake the monitoring and analysis of information
• Competent and proficient in Microsoft Office packages especially Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing and to explain and support learners using understandable terminology to non-IT personnel. 
• Excellent organisational and time management skills, operating within tight deadlines and managing several work activities simultaneously.  
• Ability to prioritise and re-prioritise work with minimum notice. 
• Ability to manage own workload to achieve set targets and deadlines.
• Ability to establish and maintain professional working relationships with all stakeholders.

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

Desirable

• Have customer service experience.
• Able to build relationships with internal and external customers, stakeholders and external agencies.

Why Five Rivers?

•  33 days (25 days plus 8 bank holidays) annual leave
•  On-going training and learning through our Learning & Development Team
•  Simplyhealth - Medical Cash Back Scheme
•  Perk Box - High Street discounts
•  Training and development courses to support your role
•  Employee Support Programmes  
•  Company Pension Scheme
•  Refer a Friend Bonus Scheme
•  Long service and recognition scheme

For more information about the role, please get in touch with our Recruitment Partner, Caroline on 07545 661471 

for the full role profile click apply 220221204_Role Profile LD Coordinator_Compliance and reporting_Aug22.pdf

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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 DBS check.

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

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

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

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

• 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 ot £4800 p.a.

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

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

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

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

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

• 30 days (22 days plus 8 bank holidays) of annual leave (plus a holiday purchase scheme)
• 3-week rolling rota given 6 weeks in advance.
• £50 per sleep-in payment on top of your salary
• Simplyhealth – medical cash-back plan
• Perk Box – 100’s of high street and web-based discounts
• Ongoing training and support through our Learning & Development Team, with in-house and external trainers.
• We will pay for your Level 4 Diploma in Residential Child Care
• Employee Support programs including 24/7 GP service, counselling, and advice.
• Long Service award scheme.
• Enhanced Maternity Leave package for mothers with over one year’s service.
• Meals as part of a family when on shift
• Blue Light discount card eligibility.
• Refer a Friend bonus!.
• Foster Carer Referral bonus!

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

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

Talk to our recruitment team today and make a real difference in children’s lives by calling 01722 435750 option 2, or email us at [email protected]

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