Vacancies

Working on a as and when required basis, we are looking for Sessional Residential Child Care Workers to come and join our family friendly teams in Salisbury to help care for children who have had exceptionally difficult starts in life. 

Our homes are much like your own and offer a safe, nurturing and therapeutic environment for the young people in our care. The culture in our homes is one of positivity, energy, optimism and motivation. You will not only be responsible for the basic care and protection of our children but also serve as a positive role model, inspiring the children in all aspects of their life. You will build an appropriate relationship and show resilient with focus to motive the need for education and enjoy community-based activties.

Essential Criteria:

• Must have a Full UK driving licence
• Must have a passion to work with children
• QCF Level 3 Children & Young people or Health & Social Care is desirable, if you do not have this qualification, we will put you through it
• Flexibility and understanding is a must, as we are open all year round

Job Description:

•       You will be committed to the provision of high standards of care at all times
•       Have a willingness to work with a wide range of presenting needs of the children
•       Maintain effective care practice to ensure the children are cared for in a safe, nurturing environment with a therapeutic underpinning
•       Be a good role model, able to demonstrate effective practice and appropriate relationships
•       Be confident in supporting colleagues in responding to the varied, unique and collective needs of the children
•       You will be required to follow clear direction and guidance, work part of a team to function at the highest possible level
•       You will support the home in attaining its legislative requirements (Children’s Homes Regulations 2015, Ofsted, etc)
•       The post requires the ability to be resilient, to be solution focused, to motivate, to be understanding and insightful of the children and to be part of their successful outcomes
•       You will support the children in educational settings and in community-based activities
•       The post requires flexibility and creative approaches to working, therefore requires the post holder to be able to commit to undertaking a flexible work pattern to attend to the needs of the home, team and children

Who are we?

Founded in 1989, Five Rivers Child Care is a social enterprise committed to turning children’s lives around. We provide a range of services to looked-after children including fostering, residential care, education and assessment and therapy. 

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.

Five Rivers is an Investor in People and Equal Opportunities employer

Our Children's home is a 3 bedded home for children aged 7 to 12 years. The home is located just outside Taunton, Somerset and is set in the countryside with idyllic views and large garden grounds.

The role of a Sessional Residential childcare worker is one which requires resilience, empathy, patience, and ability in which to engage our young people in their day to day routines. You will build and develop trusting relationships with our young people that will in turn provide a secure base for them to thrive. You will support our young people in all aspects of their lives, such as in their schooling, engaging in new and varied activities, achieving their own aspirations and wishes.

As a childcare worker you will also support your colleagues in household tasks such as cooking, cleaning and ensuring our young people’s electronic records are all up to date. This role is incredibly rewarding and allows you to work alongside some amazing young people. How many people can say they get to go kayaking, mountain biking, watch a film at the cinema, take a trip to a theme park or go on holiday with our young people in their working day?

The role can be challenging at times, our young people have often experienced a great deal of loss and adversity in their lives. As a result of these adverse childhood experiences our young people are likely to have Social, Emotional and mental health (SEMH) difficulties. However, with the training we provide and continued support within The Orchard team you will be equipped with the skills and confidence in which to manage challenges and make our young people feel safe, listened to and not judged.  

Our young people would 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 make a career out of this rewarding role and not give up at the first hurdle

Essential Criteria:

• Must have a Full UK driving licence
• Must have a passion to work with children
• QCF Level 3 Children & Young people or Health & Social Care is desirable, if you do not have this qualification
• Flexibility and understanding is a must, as we are open all year round

Who are we?

Founded in 1989, Five Rivers Child Care is a social enterprise committed to turning children’s lives around. We provide a range of services to looked-after children including fostering, residential care, education and assessment and therapy.

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.

Five Rivers is an Investor in People and Equal Opportunities employer

Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent

Hours per week: 39 Hours a week – working on a 3 week rota system

Holiday Allowance: 30 days holiday which includes bank holidays

Benefits: £36 per sleep in

Please note: In an event of a high level of applications, we reserve the right to close this role earlier than stated

We are looking for Residential Child Care Team Leader  to come and join our family friendly team in and around the Salisbury area

Essential Criteria:

• Must have a Full UK driving licence
• Must have a passion to work with children
• NVQ Level 3 Children & Young people or Health & Social Care is essential
• Flexibility and understanding is a must, as we are open all year round
• Must have an expert understanmding of safeguarding and child protection procedures
• Must have at least 2 years experience in shift leading 

Job Description:

•       You will be committed to the provision of high standards of care at all times
•       Have a willingness to work with a wide range of presenting needs of the children
•       Maintain effective care practice to ensure the children are cared for in a safe, nurturing environment with a therapeutic underpinning
•       Be a good role model, able to demonstrate effective practice and appropriate relationships
•       Be confident in supporting colleagues in responding to the varied, unique and collective needs of the children
•       You will be required to follow clear direction and guidance, work part of a team to function at the highest possible level
•       You will support the home in attaining its legislative requirements (Children’s Homes Regulations 2015, Ofsted, etc)
•       The post requires the ability to be resilient, to be solution focused, to motivate, to be understanding and insightful of the children and to be part of their successful outcomes
•       You will support the children in educational settings and in community-based activities
•       The post requires flexibility and creative approaches to working, therefore requires the post holder to be able to commit to undertaking a flexible work pattern to attend to the needs of the home, team and children

Who are we?

Founded in 1989, Five Rivers Child Care is a social enterprise committed to turning children’s lives around. We provide a range of services to looked-after children including fostering, residential care, education and assessment and therapy.

Employee benefits

We know how demanding and challenging our work can be. We value our staff and want to recognise and reward you for the work you to. Some of your rewards and benefits include:

•       A generous annual leave allowance
•       On-going training and learning through our L&D Team
•       Company Pension scheme
•       Simply Health Cashback Scheme
•       Employee discount scheme
•       Employee assistance programme
•       Long service and recognition scheme

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.

Five Rivers is an Investor in People and Equal Opportunities employer

Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent

Hours per week: 39 Hours a week – working on a 3 week rota system

Holiday Allowance: 30 days holiday which includes bank holidays

Benefits: £36 per sleep in

Please note: In an event of a high level of applications, we reserve the right to close this role earlier than stated

We are looking for Residential Child Care Team Leader  to come and join our family friendly team in and around the Leeds area.

Our home is much like your own and offers a safe, nurturing and therapeutic environment for the young people in our care. The culture in our home is one of positivity, energy, optimism and motivation. The service provided at Fountain House in Leeds is rated “Outstanding” by Ofsted and has been specifically designed to meet the needs of children aged between 7 and 11. Fountain House benefits from the addition of a DofE registered school onsite, offering Key Stage 2 and preparation for a smooth transition to Key Stage 3 in a mainstream setting.

We are looking for positive people who are resilient and not easily shocked as you will be required to be consistent, support, love and guide our children unconditionally while being faced with some high-level challenging behaviour including physical and verbal aggression. You will not only be responsible for the basic care and protection of our children but also serve as a positive role model, inspiring the children in all aspects of their life. You will build an appropriate relationship and show resilience with focus to motivate the need for education and enjoy community-based activities.

Essential Criteria:

• Must have a Full UK driving licence
• Must have a passion to work with children
• QCF Level 3 Children & Young people or Health & Social Care is essential
• Flexibility and understanding is a must, as we are open all year round
• Must have an expert understanmding of safeguarding and child protection procedures
• Must have at least 2 years experience in shift leading 

Job Description:

•       You will be committed to the provision of high standards of care at all times
•       Have a willingness to work with a wide range of presenting needs of the children
•       Maintain effective care practice to ensure the children are cared for in a safe, nurturing environment with a therapeutic underpinning
•       Be a good role model, able to demonstrate effective practice and appropriate relationships
•       Be confident in supporting colleagues in responding to the varied, unique and collective needs of the children
•       You will be required to follow clear direction and guidance, work part of a team to function at the highest possible level
•       You will support the home in attaining its legislative requirements (Children’s Homes Regulations 2015, Ofsted, etc)
•       The post requires the ability to be resilient, to be solution focused, to motivate, to be understanding and insightful of the children and to be part of their successful outcomes
•       You will support the children in educational settings and in community-based activities
•       The post requires flexibility and creative approaches to working, therefore requires the post holder to be able to commit to undertaking a flexible work pattern to attend to the needs of the home, team and children

Who are we?

Founded in 1989, Five Rivers Child Care is a social enterprise committed to turning children’s lives around. We provide a range of services to looked-after children including fostering, residential care, education and assessment and therapy.

Employee benefits

We know how demanding and challenging our work can be. We value our staff and want to recognise and reward you for the work you to. Some of your rewards and benefits include:

•       A generous annual leave allowance
•       On-going training and learning through our L&D Team
•       Company Pension scheme
•       Simply Health Cashback Scheme
•       Employee discount scheme
•       Employee assistance programme
•       Long service and recognition scheme

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.

Five Rivers is an Investor in People and Equal Opportunities employer

Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent

Hours per week: 39 Hours a week – working on a 3 week rota system

Holiday Allowance: 30 days holiday which includes bank holidays

Benefits: £36 per sleep in

Please note: In an event of a high level of applications, we reserve the right to close this role earlier than stated

We are looking for Residential Child Care Team Leader  to come and join our family friendly team in Orpington.

Our aim is to ensure our children are safe, well parented and raised in a happy home where they can flourish and learn and to give them back the childhood they deserve. We create positive memories through laughter, fun and love to help reduce the challenging behaviours through teaching better ways to cope and our practitioners are experienced in working with children who have been traumatised by their past and understand the impact that parental rejection has on emotional developmental and needs. 

Essential Criteria:

• Must have a Full UK driving licence
• Must have a passion to work with children
• QCF Level 3 Children & Young people or Health & Social Care is essential
• Flexibility and understanding is a must, as we are open all year round
• Must have an expert understanmding of safeguarding and child protection procedures
• Must have at least 2 years experience in shift leading 

Job Description:

•       You will be committed to the provision of high standards of care at all times
•       Have a willingness to work with a wide range of presenting needs of the children
•       Maintain effective care practice to ensure the children are cared for in a safe, nurturing environment with a therapeutic underpinning
•       Be a good role model, able to demonstrate effective practice and appropriate relationships
•       Be confident in supporting colleagues in responding to the varied, unique and collective needs of the children
•       You will be required to follow clear direction and guidance, work part of a team to function at the highest possible level
•       You will support the home in attaining its legislative requirements (Children’s Homes Regulations 2015, Ofsted, etc)
•       The post requires the ability to be resilient, to be solution focused, to motivate, to be understanding and insightful of the children and to be part of their successful outcomes
•       You will support the children in educational settings and in community-based activities
•       The post requires flexibility and creative approaches to working, therefore requires the post holder to be able to commit to undertaking a flexible work pattern to attend to the needs of the home, team and children

Who are we?

Founded in 1989, Five Rivers Child Care is a social enterprise committed to turning children’s lives around. We provide a range of services to looked-after children including fostering, residential care, education and assessment and therapy.

Employee benefits

We know how demanding and challenging our work can be. We value our staff and want to recognise and reward you for the work you to. Some of your rewards and benefits include:

•       A generous annual leave allowance
•       On-going training and learning through our L&D Team
•       Company Pension scheme
•       Simply Health Cashback Scheme
•       Employee discount scheme
•       Employee assistance programme
•       Long service and recognition scheme

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.

Five Rivers is an Investor in People and Equal Opportunities employer

Five Rivers Child Care first welcomed girls and boys into their residential care homes in 1989. Our high-quality residential environments around the country provide a sense of calm, care and belonging to our children/Young people. 

Each child has a unique therapeutic, clinical and educational need. At Five Rivers Child Care we don’t subscribe to ‘one model fits all’, we create a bespoke, integrated package for each child which pulls on the full range of services and resources and specialisms which is applied in a joined-up and tailored way.

We are looking for Residential Support Workers to come and join our family at our homes in the heart of Salisbury and to the north of Salisbury. Here you will assist the children/young person in understanding their own emotions and articulating their feelings, building a culture of mutual respect within the home by offering a rationale for their actions, and by apologising when mistakes are made. We do this by developing our teams understanding of psychological dynamics through training and regular clinical consolations with a psychologist, who will explore practice within he home

We are looking for positive people who are willing to open their hearts, emotionally invest and prioritise our children’s needs. You will need to be able to adaptable in all you do whilst showing respect to the children/young people and your colleagues. Your integrity plays a big part in this role and along with support from others we will teach and train you to be excellent in all you do

The position(s) are full time (39 hours a week) where you will be expected to have a flexible and understanding that we are open all year round, you will be expected to go on holiday with the children and work over Christmas to make their memories special

Requirements

• Must have a Full UK Driving license.
• Be aged 19 or over  
• Good written and IT skills.
• Able to communicate with children, colleagues and external customers. 
• Able to actively listen to others.
• Ability to work individulaly and as part of a team.
• Be calm in situations of crisis and follow the lead of a shift leader .
• Must have a passion for working with children.
• QCF Level 3 in Children and Young people is desirable. If you do not have this qualification, we will put you through this.
• Be committed to ongoing professional development and achieve the Level 3 diploma in Children and Young people.

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.

Five Rivers is an Investor in People and Equal Opportunities employer

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Our aim is to ensure our children are safe, well parented and raised in a happy home where they can flourish and learn and give them back the childhood they deserve. We create positive memories through laughter, fun and love to help reduce the challenging behaviours through teaching better ways to cope and our practitioners are experienced in working with children who have been traumatised by their past and understand the impact that parental rejection has on emotional developmental and needs.

We are looking for positive people who are resilient and not easily shocked as you will be required to be consistent and support, love and guide our children unconditionally while being faced with some high-level challenging behaviour including physical and verbal aggression. You will need to be able to bounce back from tough times with optimism and understanding and to keep smiling whatever the weather.

We are looking for people who are strong minded, capable, have a secure understanding of what makes a positive parent. You will need to be open minded and not afraid to get involved. You will need to be easy going, relaxed, have a “Can do” attitude, smiley and happy. We need someone who can learn quickly, is willing to go above and beyond, is fun and outgoing but above all is warm, loving, caring and forgiving.

We need people who are willing to open their hearts, emotionally invest and prioritise our children’s needs because the achievements and experiences of our children are genuinely important to them. If this is, you and you want to help give something back to our children along with having a challenging and rewarding career then please apply here.

• Must have a Full UK Driving license
• Must have a passion for working with children
• NVQ Level 3 in Children and Young people or in Health and Social Care is desirable. If you do not have either of these qualifications, we will put you through this
• Flexibility and understanding that we are open all year round, you will be expected to go on holiday with the children and work over Christmas to make their memories special

Working hours: 39 hours a week (overtime is sometimes available when there isn’t a full team of staff)

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.

Five Rivers is an Investor in People and Equal Opportunities employer

Due to expansion we are seeking to appoint Independent Form F Assessors to provide support to our Fostering team at our Exeter and Truro offices, working throughout the following areas: Devon, Cornwall and Plymouth.

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 prior to 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.

Essential Criteria:

• Recognised professional social work qualification. (DipSW or equivalent)
• Must have HCPC registration
• Knowledge of childcare legislation and other relevant legislation/initiatives pertaining to foster care.
• Experience of working within a fostering service
• Experience of 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 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

Due to expansion we are seeking to appoint a Senior Practitioner/Supervising Social Worker to provide support to our Foster Carers throughout the London and East area. Reporting into our Romford Office rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted, your role will be one of importance to the carers and children.

Our school offers a balance of academic studies, physical and outdoor education, vocational studies and personal development programmes. Our children are taught in small groups or on a one to one basis, using bite size learning based on personal interests and community issues to help engage the children and help extend their concentration.  

We are looking for a SEMH Primary Teacher to join our friendly team at our Education location in Salisbury. In this role you would be expected to ensure all children and young people within our care are secure and receiving the best possible educational provision and outcomes.

Working alongside the Headteacher you will demonstrate a clear understanding of the challenges of delivering consistent, quality learning opportunities to students with higher and complex needs. The successful candidate will hold QTS as well as being able to evidence considerable experience in the following:

• Working with children with Social, Emotional, Behavioural and additional needs.
• Researching, planning, preparing and delivering outstanding lessons.
• Developing and delivering flexible and purposeful, individualised curriculums.
• Line management of Learning Support staff.
• Robust baseline, assessing and tracking of both traditional and non-traditional curriculums and learning programmes.
• Working with internal colleagues, critical friends, parents and clinicians as well as the network of external colleagues in Local Authority SEN teams
• High levels of self-reflection, motivation to improve own practice and a solution focussed, positive approach to operational challenges.

The post requires the practitioner to have a sound knowledge of child development and the Early Years Foundation Stage, excellent communication skills, a commitment to inclusive practice and can work within a multi-disciplinary team. You will also contribute to an integrated model of care and school development plan, whist supporting the pupils, recognising and responding to their individual needs

The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate a thorough understanding of differentiation and be flexible to work with and take responsibility for a small group of KS2 and lower KS3 learners. In return, we will offer to the right candidate the opportunity to join a developing and improving establishment that is in an exciting period of transition and growth. You will receive training in Pro-active Approaches techniques as well as commitment to and support of your own professional development aspirations.

If you are successful you will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS Disclosure check prior to their employment and then on a 3-yearly update. Five Rivers requires full and satisfactory employment references covering 3 years. We require all new employees to bring proof of their identity and proof of right to work in the UK 

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.

Five Rivers is an Investor in People and Equal Opportunities employer

Due to expansion we are seeking to appoint Independent Form F Assessors to provide support to our Fostering team at our Bromsgrove office, working throughout the following areas: Bromsgrove, West Midlands

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 prior to 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.

Essential Criteria:

• Recognised professional social work qualification. (DipSW or equivalent)
• Must have HCPC registration
• Knowledge of childcare legislation and other relevant legislation/initiatives pertaining to foster care.
• Experience of working within a fostering service
• Experience of 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. 

Interviews will be held at our Chesterfield Office

Interview dates: 19 March 2020 or 23 March 2020 

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.

Five Rivers is an Investor in People and Equal Opportunities employer

 Five Rivers Child Care is a leading Social Enterprise who turns children’s lives around. Our Education service is committed to providing warm and consistent environments where pupils develop positive behaviour, whether an in-house facility or our outreach service in the community, all our education services provide the same level of individual planning and learning for each child.

Our 1ACE (Another Chance Education) provision is for those who have had limited success in formal education, or who have struggled in specialist settings. Our teachers and support workers are specialist trained to work in developing the child. Our holistic approach boosts confidence, self-esteem and helps our young people to develop skills to be a successful learner. A therapeutic informed approach is used to recognise and reduce barriers to learning and create a personalised curriculum.

We are looking for Higher Level Teaching Assistants (HLTA) to join our friendly teams at our Outreach provisions in Salisbury or Greater Manchester on a 12 month FTC (with the view to going permanent). In this role you would be expected to ensure all children and young people within our care are secure and receiving the best possible educational provision and outcomes.

Working alongside the Headteacher and other Teachers you will support with learning activities, help plan lessons, prepare teaching materials and resources. You will give clear and effective teaching to secure pupil progress whilst assessing the development, progress and attainment of pupils. You’re also contribute to an integrated model of care and 1ACE outreach developmental plan whist supporting the pupils, recognising and responding to their individual needs

We are looking for someone who has a good understanding of the national curriculum framework and differentiation. Ideally, we would like you to have gained an education standard of up to degree level, whilst showing evidence of vocational education or experience relevant to this post

If you are successful you will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS Disclosure check prior to their employment and then on a 3-yearly update. Five Rivers requires full and satisfactory employment references covering 3 years. We require all new employees to bring proof of their identity and proof of right to work in the UK 

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.

Five Rivers is an Investor in People and Equal Opportunities employer

Five Rivers Child Care is a leading Social Enterprise who turns children’s lives around. Our Education service is committed to providing warm and consistent environments where pupils develop positive behaviour, whether an in-house facility or our outreach service in the community, all our education services provide the same level of individual planning and learning for each child.

Our 1ACE (Another Chance Education) provision is for those who have had limited success in formal education, or who have struggled in specialist settings. Our teachers and support workers are specialist trained to work in developing the child. Our holistic approach boosts confidence, self-esteem and helps our young people to develop skills to be a successful learner. A therapeutic informed approach is used to recognise and reduce barriers to learning and create a personalised curriculum.

We are looking for a SEMH/SEN Teachers to join our friendly team at our 1ACE provisions in Salisbury or Greater Manchester initial for a 12-month contract (with the view to go permanent). In this role you would be expected to ensure all children and young people within our care are secure and receiving the best possible educational provision and outcomes.

Working alongside the Headteacher you will demonstrate a clear understanding of the challenges of delivering consistent, quality learning opportunities to students with higher and complex needs. The successful candidate will hold QTS as well as being able to evidence considerable experience in the following:

• Working with children with Social, Emotional, Behavioural and additional needs.
• Researching, planning, preparing and delivering outstanding lessons.
• Developing and delivering flexible and purposeful, individualised curriculums.
• Line management of Learning Support staff
• Robust baseline, assessing and tracking of both traditional and non-traditional curriculums and learning programmes.
• Working with internal colleagues, critical friends, parents and clinicians as well as the network of external colleagues in Local Authority SEN teams
• High levels of self-reflection, motivation to improve own practice and a solution focussed, positive approach to operational challenges.

We are looking for teachers who has 5+ years’ experience in mainstream schools, working with ASD and SEN children, have worked with young people organising and running events/camps/play schemes for large groups of children from pre-school to adults. Ideally, we would like you to have experience of delivering education in an alternative education setting as well as mainstream school. 

You will work in community settings where we will require you to create positive and engaging learning environments, there may be need to support in our local Five Rivers Hub Schools, depending on pupil demands to the service

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

If you are successful you will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS Disclosure check prior to their employment and then on a 3-yearly update. Five Rivers requires full and satisfactory employment references covering 3 years. We require all new employees to bring proof of their identity and proof of right to work in the UK 

1ACE Leaflet: https://fiveriverschildcareltd.peoplehr.net/Handlers/RichTextEditorImageDownload.ashx?file=/20200306_1ACE.docx 

Job Description: https://fiveriverschildcareltd.peoplehr.net/Handlers/RichTextEditorImageDownload.ashx?file=/20200227_Role_Profile_Teacher_Outreach 1 ACE.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 DBS check.

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

Five Rivers is an Investor in People and Equal Opportunities employer

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

Due to expansion an excellent opportunity is available for a Regional Participation Advisor to join our Midlands and North Team and Partner Agencies on a part-time basis (18.5 hours a week), to be based in any of our Midlands, North our Partner Agency offices.

With experience of working in a Fostering setting with substantial experience of working with children and young people for a minimum of 5 years, you will be able to build effective relationships and secure improved outcomes for the children. You will have excellent practices in supporting and participating in meaningful influencing decision making when it comes to the children and young people, whilst working with effective professionals from a diverse range of organisations. Able to work on your own initiative using the policies and procedures put into practice, you will have the ability to empower and engage with children and young people, to help them voice and contribute to decisions which will in the long term be a positive change for their future.

Applicants should ideally have a sound knowledge of a range of legislation that supports human rights of children and young people along with knowledge of participation and engagement theories which are relevant to the role. A good working knowledge of child protection policies and process along with a good understanding of issues that can affect children and young people and the barriers to their effective participation and engagement.

The role comes with a salary of between £19,000 - £23,500 (Pro-rata), car allowance,  holiday allowance of 25 days plus bank holidays, company pension scheme, healthcare scheme, discounts in many high street stores and restaurants, In-house training , management academy, employee referral scheme and employee assistance programme.

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.

Due to expansion we are seeking to appoint a Supervising Social Worker to provide support to our Foster Carers throughout the Truro area. Reporting into our Truro Office rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted, your role will be one of importance to the carers and children.

Responsibilities include:

• Contribute to and participate in local carer recruitment activities.
• Assist in undertaking initial visits, as required.
• Carry out stringent assessment and completion of Form F to a high standard, presenting reports to panel.
• Supervise and support allocated foster carers, and their placements, completing all necessary recording and reporting documentation.
• Actively promote, develop and deliver training programmes which support the development of our foster carers.
• Promote the agency externally ensuring that the agency’s policies to offer a professional, high-quality fostering service.
• Work in liaison with all Regional colleagues to achieve a high standard of service which meets all Ofsted requirements and delivers improvements and enhanced standards.
• Contribute to the Regional Business Plan regarding carer recruitment, carer retention and placement growth, in line with all targets and KPI’s.

We are looking for someone who will always be thinking of the child, ensuring they are at the forefront of all decisions. Must be able to work as a team member to achieve best outcomes for the children, able to communicate with children and adults. Experience of working in the fostering sector and/or children/young people is essential. A formal social work qualification/s is necessary along with a HCPC registration.

This is a part-time position (30 hrs per week), which could include weekends and after school hours. A full UK driving licence is required for this role. You will be expected to be part of the on-call rota and report to our office in Truro when required

Benefits include company pension scheme, health plan, sick pay, Perkbox scheme offering discounts in shops, restaurants, websites, employee referral scheme and employee assistance programme.

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

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

Five Rivers Child Care is a leading Social Enterprise who turns children’s lives around. Our Education service is committed to providing warm and consistent environments where pupils develop positive behaviour, whether an in-house facility or our outreach service in the community, all our education services provide the same level of individual planning and learning for each child.

Our 1ACE (Another Chance Education) provision is for those who have had limited success in formal education, or who have struggled in specialist settings. Our teachers and support workers are specialist trained to work in developing the child. Our holistic approach boosts confidence, self-esteem and helps our young people to develop skills to be a successful learner. A therapeutic informed approach is used to recognise and reduce barriers to learning and create a personalised curriculum.

Five Rivers Child Care is a leading Social Enterprise who are dedicated to turning children’s lives around. Supported by our founder we have developed our national network of integrated care services (fostering, residential care and education) to meet the needs of looked after children

Five Rivers Child Care is continuing to develop services, which will deliver the highest positive impact to children and young people to recover from the impact of trauma, abuse and neglect. We have developed a model called Attachment & Trauma Informed Care (ATIC) which is embraced across our residential and education environments.

We are seeking to appoint a Clinical/Counselling Psychologist or a Child and Adolescent Psychotherapist on a Part-time basis (1 day a week), to provide support and training to our Supervising Social Workers, Foster Carers and Teachers throughout the Somerset area. 

normal'>A qualification which allows for professional registration with an appropriate professional body (HCPC, UKCP, BACP) and have a title of either Clinical Psychologist, Counselling Psychologist or Psychotherapist (Child or Child & Adolescent)

• Have an evidenced experience in working with children and young people who are looked after and supporting the team around the child

If you feel this is the role for you, please apply and we will be in touch

If you are successful you will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS Disclosure check prior to their employment and then on a 3-yearly update. Five Rivers requires full and satisfactory employment references covering 3 years. We require all new employees to bring proof of their identity and proof of right to work in the UK 

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.

Five Rivers is an Investor in People and Equal Opportunities employer

Five Rivers Child Care is continuing to develop services, which will deliver the highest positive impact to children and young people to recover from the impact of trauma, abuse and neglect. We have developed a model called Attachment & Trauma Informed Care (ATIC) which is embraced across our residential and education environments.

We are seeking to appoint a Clinical/Counselling Psychologist or a Child and Adolescent Psychotherapist on a Part-time basis (1 day a week), to provide support and training to our Supervising Social Workers, Foster Carers and Teachers throughout the Bromsgrove area.  

• A qualification which allows for professional registration with an appropriate professional body (HCPC, UKCP, BACP) and have a title of either Clinical Psychologist, Counselling Psychologist or Psychotherapist (Child or Child & Adolesce
• Have an evidenced experience in working with children and young people who are looked after and supporting the team around the child

If you feel this is the role for you, please apply and we will be in touch

If you are successful you will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS Disclosure check prior to their employment and then on a 3-yearly update. Five Rivers requires full and satisfactory employment references covering 3 years. We require all new employees to bring proof of their identity and proof of right to work in the UK 

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.

Five Rivers is an Investor in People and Equal Opportunities employer

**FOUNTAIN HOUSE RATED "OUTSTANDING" BY OFSTED - FEBRUARY 2018!!**

Our homes are much like your own and offer a safe, nurturing and therapeutic environment for the young people in our care. The culture in our homes is one of positivity, energy, optimism and motivation. You will not only be responsible for the basic care and protection of our children but also serve as a positive role model, inspiring the children in all aspects of their life. You will build an appropriate relationship and show resilient with focus to motive the need for education and enjoy community-based actives.

The service provided at Fountain House in Leeds is rated “Outstanding” by Ofsted and has been specifically designed to meet the needs of children aged between 7 and 11. Fountain House benefits from the addition of a DfE registered school onsite, offering Key Stage 2 and preparation for a smooth transition to Key Stage 3 in a mainstream setting.

We are looking for positive people who are resilient and not easily shocked as you will be required to be consistent and support, love and guide our children unconditionally while being faced with some high-level challenging behaviour including physical and verbal aggression. You will need to be able to bounce back from tough times with optimism and understanding and to keep smiling whatever the weather. Be strong minded, capable, have a secure understanding of what makes a positive parent, open minded and not afraid to get involved. We need someone who can learn quickly, is willing to go above and beyond, is fun and outgoing but above all is warm, loving, caring and forgiving.

Requirements

• Must have a Full UK Driving license.
• Good written and IT skills.
• Able to communicate with children, colleagues and external customers. 
• Able to actively listen to others.
• Ability to work individulaly and as part of a team.
• Be calm in situations of crisis and follow the lead of a shift leader .
• Must have a passion for working with children.
• QCF Level 3 in Children and Young people is desirable. If you do not have either of these qualifications, we will put you through this.
• Be committed to ongoing professional development and achieve the Level 3 diploma in Children and Young people.

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.

Five Rivers is an Investor in People and Equal Opportunities employer

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Hello, my name is Steed and I am the registered manager of The Orchard a 3 bedded home for children aged 7 to 12 years. The home is located just outside Taunton, Somerset and is set in the countryside with idyllic views and large garden grounds.

The role of a Residential Child Care Worker is one which requires resilience, empathy, patience, and ability in which to engage our young people in their day to day routines. You will build and develop trusting relationships with our young people that will in turn provide a secure base for them to thrive. 

You will support our young people in all aspects of their lives, such as in their schooling, engaging in new and varied activities, achieving their own aspirations and wishes. As a Child Care Worker you will also support your colleagues in household tasks such as cooking, cleaning and ensuring our young people’s electronic records are all up to date.   

This role is incredibly rewarding and allows you to work alongside some amazing young people. How many people can say they get to go kayaking, mountain biking, watch a film at the cinema, take a trip to a theme park or go on holiday with our young people in their working day?

The role can be challenging at times, our young people have often experienced a great deal of loss and adversity in their lives. As a result of these adverse childhood experiences our young people are likely to have Social, Emotional and mental health (SEMH) difficulties. However, with the training we provide and continued support within The Orchard team you will be equipped with the skills and confidence in which to manage challenges and make our young people feel safe, listened to and not judged.  

Our young people would 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 make a career out of this rewarding role and not give up at the first hurdle.

The Rota: 

Average 39 Hours a week based on a 3-week rolling Rota over 52 weeks of the year.

=        Week 1 – Tuesday, Friday & Sunday

=        Week 2 – Wednesday & Saturday 

=        Week 3 – Monday & Thursday

=        Every other Tuesday – Team and clinical supervision (4 hours)

On average you will work 10 shifts per month.

Shifts are 24.5 hours long, which is broken down as 16 hours working shift, 8-hours sleeping in & a 30-minute Handover.

Holiday Allowance: 30 days, inclusive of bank holidays. (This increases during service)

Essential Criteria:

• Must have a Full UK driving licence
• Consider yourself as a resilient and reliable individual who can remain calm in difficult and challenging situations.
• Previous experience of working with young people in a SEMH (social, emotional and mental health) setting.
• QCF Level 3 Children & Young people workforce
• The Orchard operates 365 days a year and so you must be prepared to work bank Holidays

Who are we?

Founded in 1989, Five Rivers Child Care is a social enterprise committed to turning children’s lives around. We provide a range of services to looked-after children including fostering, residential care, education and assessment and therapy. We have several residential homes, with The Orchard being the only home based in Somerset. 

We are a social enterprise which means we re-invest a percentage of our surplus with the sole aim of achieving the best outcomes for the children in our care. This includes a significant investment in our research and training programmes, practice development teams and human resources.

Employee benefits

Not only will you have the privilege of working alongside some incredible young people and colleagues, but we know how demanding and challenging our work can be so some of your rewards and benefits will include:

•       Free meals when on shift
•       Fully paid induction training
•       Work towards professional qualifications
•       A generous annual leave allowance
•       3 week rolling ROTA allowing you to plan ahead
•       In house employee recognition scheme
•       Refer a friend bonus scheme
•       On-going training and learning through our L&D Team
•       Company Pension scheme
•       Simply Health Cashback Scheme
•       Employee discount scheme
•       Employee assistance programme
•       Long service and recognition scheme 

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.

Five Rivers is an Investor in People and Equal Opportunities employer

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