Five Rivers
Sessional Residential Care Worker - Children's Home - Lancashire
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Make a Difference in a Young Person's Life
Are you passionate about supporting children and young people to achieve their full potential? We are looking for caring, resilient and dedicated individuals to join our team of Sessional Residential Care Workers across our Lancashire County Council Residential Homes.
This is an exciting opportunity to work flexibly within our children's residential services, providing high-quality care and support to young people who have experienced significant challenges in their lives.
As a Sessional Residential Care Worker, you will play a vital role in creating a safe, nurturing and positive environment where children and young people can thrive, develop independence, and build brighter futures.
About The Role
Working across our residential homes, you will:
- Support children and young people in their day-to-day lives
- Build positive, professional relationships based on trust and respect
- Promote safeguarding, wellbeing and positive outcomes
- Encourage participation in education, hobbies and community activities
- Assist with daily routines, appointments and activities
- Support young people through emotional and behavioural challenges
- Complete accurate records and contribute to care planning
- Work as part of a dedicated team providing consistent, child-centred care
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What We're Looking For
We Are Seeking Individuals Who
- Have a genuine passion for working with children and young people
- Can remain calm, resilient and professional in challenging situations
- Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Are flexible and willing to work across different residential settings
- Can work effectively as part of a team
- Understand the importance of safeguarding and promoting welfare
Previous experience within residential childcare, social care, education, youth work or a related field would be advantageous but is not essential.
What We Offer
- £13.00 per hour
- Additional sleep-in payments
- Flexible working opportunities through a zero-hours contract
- Ongoing training and development
- Supportive management and experienced teams
- The opportunity to gain valuable experience within children's residential care
- A rewarding role where you can have a lasting impact on young people's lives
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Contract Details
- Contract Type: Sessional / Zero Hours Contract
- Hours: Flexible hours based on service needs
- Location: Lancashire County Council Residential Homes across Lancashire
- Salary: £13.00 per hour
- Sleep-In Opportunities Available
Safeguarding
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.
Apply Today
If you are passionate about improving outcomes for children and young people and want a flexible role where every shift makes a difference, we would love to hear from you.
Join us and help create brighter futures for the young people in our care.
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