Join Our Children’s Residential Home in Liskeard, Cornwall as a Residential Child Care Worker
Are you passionate about supporting children and young people to build brighter futures? Join our dedicated team in Liskeard, set within the beautiful Cornish countryside.
You’ll become part of a warm, child‑focused team whose mission is to provide stability, safety, and enriching experiences to the young people in our care, working alongside Clinical and Education teams to deliver trauma‑informed, therapeutic care.
What You’ll Be Doing
* Outdoor and coastal adventures – surfing, paddleboarding, coastal walks, beach days, sea swimming, rock pooling, and exploring Cornwall’s stunning countryside.
* Activities close to Liskeard – moorland walks, wildlife spotting, cycling trails, and local community events.
* Creative and indoor fun – arts and crafts, cooking, movie nights, games, music sessions, and seasonal celebrations.
* Being a positive role model, supporting our young people to make safe and healthy choices.
* Maintaining a homely environment through cooking, cleaning, and learning skills such as nutritional planning, first aid, and Health & Safety.
* Working towards professional development, including completing a Level 3 Apprenticeship in Residential Childcare.
* Gaining access to clear career pathways for progression within the organisation.
Part of your role will include overnight stays (“sleep‑ins”). You will complete 2–3 sleep‑ins per week; the advertised salary includes payment for an average of 8 sleep‑ins per month, and you will receive £50 per sleep‑in.
You will need strong written, verbal and IT communication skills, a sense of fun, and an understanding of the importance of play. A full driving licence and being over 19 are desirable.
Why Join Five Rivers
We are a social enterprise dedicated to changing children’s lives for the better. Our homes are run by caring, resilient, and committed adults who provide the security, stability, and support that young people need to thrive.
Benefits
* 234 hours annual 3‑week rolling rota, provided 6 weeks in advance
* £50 per sleep‑in allowance, paid on top of salary
* Simplyhealth medical cash‑back plan
* Extensive training and development, with in‑house and external trainers
* Fully funded Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare
* Employee assistance programmes, including 24/7 GP access, counselling, and advice
* Long Service Award scheme
* Enhanced maternity leave for those with over one year of service
* Meals provided on shift, shared as a family
* Blue Light Discount Card
* Refer a Friend and Foster Carer Referral bonuses
Hours
Full‑time roles average 39 hours per week, but we also welcome interest from those seeking part‑time hours.
Safer Recruitment
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will undergo appropriate checks, including references and an enhanced DBS check, paid for by us.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified people regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.
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