Lancashire County Council
Residential Child Care Worker | Central Lancashire
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Residential Child Care Worker | Central Lancashire
Residential Child Care Worker Salary: £28,142–£32,061 Per Annum | Permanent | Full-Time (37 Hours a Week) | Central Lancashire (Chorley, Preston & Lytham)
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Who We Are
Our expanding Children's Residential Service is shaping a brighter future for children and young people aged 11–17. Through new residential homes and developments, we’re seeking dedicated Residential Child Care Workers who share our mission:
- Exceptional care: We believe every child deserves tailored support, rooted in trust and lifelong relationships.
- Inspiration through creativity: We foster fun, activities (indoor & outdoor), and holistic development—helping individuals thrive in all areas of life.
About the Role
As a Residential Child Care Worker, you’ll live and work in a childrens’ home, contributing to daily life where children cannot safely remain with their families (e.g., trauma, adverse experiences).
Key Responsibilities:
- Residential living: Live-in role with children, handling household chores (cooking, cleaning, shopping).
- Emotional support: Build trust through one-on-one work, addressing feelings, behaviours, and challenges.
- Collaborative care: Partner with professionals (social workers, schools, police, health teams) to ensure a child’s needs are met.
- Flexible shifts: Work will include days, evenings, weekends, sleep-in duties, and rota coverage.
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What You’ll Get From Us
We’re driven by growth, support, and community—here’s how we invest in our team:
✅ Learning & development:
- Over 50 free courses to upskill or obtain qualifications (up to degree level).
- Proactive induction to equip you for success.
✅ Well-being & engagement:
- Monthly 1:1 reflections with managers.
- Employee support and networking opportunities.
✅ Staff benefits:
- Blues and Twos Credit Union membership.
- Blue Light Card discount.
- Discounts with local retailers.
Requirements
We’re looking for someone who:
- Passionately believes in nurturing children and achieving their potential (regardless of experience).
- Embraces challenge: Dedication to difficult days and commitment to a team-first approach.
- Thinks forward: We’re evolving. Ideas that contribute to our mission—whether big or small—are welcome.
- Aligns with our values: Support, innovation, respect, collaboration.
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Next Steps
Contact: Email our Talent Team at talent@lancashire.gov.uk to discuss informally.
Apply by: 31 July 2026
Interviews: Held weekly on Wednesdays.
Application Requirements:
- Attach:
- CV
- Supporting statement (evidence of how you meet the role’s criteria).
Without this, the panel may consequentially exclude your application.
Rehabilitation of Offenders Act Successful candidates will undergo DBS disclosure. For further details, please refer to our [Recruitment Process](link placeholder).
Part-time queries? Salary scales are full-time equivalent; adjustments via pro-rata payments.
We reserve the right to close applications early if sufficient candidates are received.
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