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Working in our Children’s Homes means being a part of a young person’s day to day life. This means being there for the highest highs and lowest lows. Our support workers enable our young people to get their childhood back and create pathways to become well rounded adults – an incredibly rewarding role to have. There will be challenges along the way but there will also be the smallest moments which feel like a huge small victory! Our homes accommodate young people with social, emotional and mental health needs, and our aim is to create the best possible outcome for the young people in our care. Our support workers are fulfilled by the idea of affecting even the smallest positive changes in our young people, so we celebrate the little things. Check out this _on what life as a Children's Residential Support Worker is like. You’ll take care of our young people day to day, making sure things run smoothly and creating lasting memories. This involves making sure they are up and ready for school, helping with homework, completing paperwork and planning activities. Evenings and weekends are for fun, whether that’s playing on the Xbox, a game of football, having a film day or going go-karting – not a bad way to spend your day at work! Working here is never dull, and the work really matters. It’s about tapping into each young person’s needs, personality and potential - and guiding them toward a positive future. We know you’re going to do great things. For your hard work and commitment, we reward you with the best salary and benefits package in the care sector. With us, you’ll get to make a genuine difference to the lives of our young people – plus you’ll get: Salary: Base salary of £29,034 - £35,400 Bonuses: In addition to your base salary you’ll do up to 4 sleep ins per months, these are paid at £80 per sleep (approx. £3,840 per year) and £1,400 Attendance Allowance – assuming good attendance Training: A full 4-week induction on our Care Academy Holiday: You’ll work hard at WG, so you’ll be rewarded with 7 weeks’ holiday Progression: If career development is your thing, most of our team leaders and managers have been promoted from within our group – plus you could join our ‘Aspire’ future managers programme Flexible benefits package: meaning you can increase/decrease your holiday allowance, pension and life insurance – check out our benefits _ Wellbeing: a host of wellbeing tools and advice including employee assistance Medical cover so you can claim back the cost of things like an opticians or dentist appointment and a host of high-street discounts Meals provided while you’re at work Beautiful working environments with the very best facilities – check out our homes _ A recommend a friend scheme that offers a £1,000 bonus every time Bring your whole-self to work Here at Witherslack Group, we celebrate everyone’s differences as that’s what makes us the best at what we do. Our young people come from all walks of life, diverse backgrounds and with different needs – and our workforce reflects that diversity, so that our teams can engage, encourage and inspire our young people to be themselves. You don’t need experience, but there are a few things we’ll be looking for from you: A ‘can do’ attitude – a team player who rolls up their sleeves to help others We genuinely care about our young people (and each other) so honesty and empathy is a must The resilience to be able to deal with challenging situations A full UK driving licence which you’ve held for at least 12 months If you don’t have a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent), we’ll pay for you to study and support you every step of the way You’ll start life as a RSW by joining our ‘Care Academy’ – 4 weeks of off the job training with experienced WG professionals to help you feel confident and ready to support our young people. At Witherslack Group, inclusion is part of who we are. We’re committed to creating an environment where everyone feels respected, valued and that they truly belong. As a specialist provider of education and care for children and young people with special educational needs, we understand the importance of embracing individuality and championing difference- especially when it comes to neurodiversity. We celebrate diverse perspectives, lived experiences, and the unique strengths that each person brings to our community. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities. We are proud to be recognised as an inclusive employer and are committed to making our recruitment and workplace practices inclusive and accessible. If you need any adjustments to support you through the recruitment process or in the workplace, we’ll be there every step of the way. By building a diverse and inclusive team, we’re better able to support the children, young people and families we serve and ensure every member of our team can thrive, grow, and be their authentic self. The Witherslack Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its young people. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check (we will cover the cost) and an online search. We are an equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community. For a full job description and person specification, please click _. To view our ex-offenders policy please click _. Children’s Support Worker / Residential Support Worker / Care Worker / Career in Care / Working with Children / SEMH

Bannister Farm £15.25 per hour Full Time – 40 Hours - this is a split role with 20 hours supernumerary and 20 hours on support. Bannister Farm is located in Leyland, in Lancashire. Our home offers residential support to five autistic adults, who may also have a learning disability. The home is located off a main road, in a pleasant neighbourhood. We can also support those who have: • Difficulties with communication, • Mild to moderate behaviours that challenge, • Epilepsy, • Some mental health needs Are you an experienced care professional looking to take the next step in your career? We are seeking a dedicated Deputy Home Manager to support the Home Manager in leading our team and ensuring the highest standards of care, compliance, and service. In return, you'll benefit from the support of a knowledgeable and experienced multidisciplinary care team, with access to ongoing training, professional development, and excellent opportunities for career progression. In this role, you’ll play a vital part in delivering high-quality care by: • Supporting the assessment and implementation of tailored care plans, • Assisting qualified staff to deliver safe, effective, and person-centred support, • Carrying out day-to-day activities that promote wellbeing, dignity, and independence, • Helping create a positive, supportive environment where residents can thrive You can find additional information in the attached job description., • You’ve worked as a Senior Support Worker, Team Leader, or Deputy Manager and are ready for the next step., • You’re a natural leader — approachable, supportive, and great at bringing out the best in others., • You’re passionate about high-quality care and know how important it is to residents and their families., • You’re organised, proactive, and confident in managing the practical side of care (risk assessments, audits, compliance). Most importantly, you care deeply about people — both the residents we support and the colleagues you’ll be working alongside. This position is a leadership role at Priory and during the interview process we will be assessing candidates against our leadership behaviours. These are a set of ten values driven behaviours that define great leadership at Priory. They are integral to driving a positive high performing culture where we strive to deliver the best care and outcomes for the people we support. You can find out more about our interview approach and our leadership behaviours _. We want you to succeed at Priory and thrive in your role. You will be well supported with regular career conversations. We also offer full training and numerous pathways into leadership and qualified clinical positions to help you shape your career with us. • Contributory pension scheme, • Flexible benefits including reduced rates and access to new schemes including gym membership, IT technology (laptops / tablets / smartphones) and Healthcare Cash Plan (Simply Health Scheme), • Access to development opportunities, • Sponsorship of professional qualifications through our Individual Professional Development (IPD) panel, • Leadership & management development, • Long service award, • Refer a friend bonuses Shortlisting may begin upon receipt of applications, and the Recruiting Manager may close the vacancy early if enough suitable candidates are identified. Priory is the UK’s leading independent provider of mental health and adult social care. With 12,000 colleagues and a network of 270 services, we support over 24,000 people each year to live their lives as fully and independently as possible. We treat more than 70 conditions – including depression, anxiety, eating disorders and children’s mental health – and provide residential and supported living care for autistic adults, people with a learning disability, Prader–Willi Syndrome, brain injuries and older people. We are an equal opportunities employer committed to providing an inclusive, accessible recruitment process. Learn more about the accessibility support we offer _. For agency enquiries and applications, please view our legal statement _. All roles are subject to a successful disclosure at an appropriate level from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), Access NI or Disclosure Scotland. Priory will cover the cost of a DBS check.

At Turning Point, we support people across The UK with Mental Health, Substance Use and Learning Disabilities. As a Youth Support Worker, you will ensure that young people living in Turning Point’s supported accommodation are supported to thrive and reach their full potential in a safe, nurturing, and supportive environment, increasing their independency to create a positive move on into the community. As a Youth Support Worker, you will join The Lancashire Young People supported accommodation services that supports 18 young people across two locations in Chorley (Parker House and The Bridge). You will be supporting Young People to manage their finances, gain independent living skills, promote health, wellbeing and healthy lifestyle choices as well as supporting them to maximise their involvement in local training, education, and employment opportunities. The role is changeable, and every day will be different, some examples of what you will be responsible for are: • Managing the referrals, sign up, support and move on for the Young People, • Developing, implementing and reviewing individual support plans and risk assessments focussing on young people’s needs, strengths and goals., • Providing support with budgets and finances, • Completing accurate and detailed daily records for the Young People, • Providing practical support and guidance to the Young People including daily living skills, cooking, cleaning, and ‘moving on’ plans, • Supporting the Young People and landlords with housing management tasks addressing practical aspects of living in supported housing, including managing repairs, tenancies, income and anti-social behaviour., • Prioritising your own case load and using your initiative to plan and implement agreed actions, • Building and maintaining relationships with a range of other professionals to work together to aim for positive outcomes for the Young People, • Turning Point responds to the needs of the individuals and some of the tasks are therefore unpredictable. It is expected that the Youth Support Worker will work in a flexible way when required and undertake tasks that are not specifically covered within the job description, which can include cover for colleagues as required. As a Youth Support Worker, we are looking for candidates who have knowledge and experience of working with young people with complex needs, homelessness, children who are looked after and in transition to leaving care or care leavers. We’re ideally looking for a person with a NVQ level 3 or equivalent in Social Care, Youth Support Work or Housing/Homelessness, however this is not essential for the role. We are also looking for people with a background of working with young people and an understanding of homelessness and the impact this has on the wellbeing of Young People. Ideally you will have experience in support planning, re-engaging and motivating young people to participate in employment and work programmes, education, training, volunteering, and skill building opportunities. You need to be a great team player with lots of energy, you’ll need strong communication skills, a flexible approach and positive attitude to achieve targets in a challenging environment which requires empathy, understanding and patience. Shift patterns The service is staffed 24 hours a day / 7 days a week. As a Youth Support worker, you must be flexible to the service needs which include days/evenings and weekend working. As a leading health and social care provider with more than 300 locations across England, we take real pride in the services we offer. We run all of our services on a not-for-profit basis; instead, we invest every penny back into our services and people. We never stop believing in change for the better, and we work constantly to improve the lives of the people we support. What Benefits Will I Receive? We know reward looks different to each person and so whether its ways to make your money go further, a culture supporting recognition and celebration, or opportunities to boost your career – we want to support you in every way we can with our total reward package. You will get 31 days’ paid holiday a year, increasing with each year of service up to 33 days. Plus the option to buy additional holidays and spread the cost. Join our team and discover the comprehensive benefits we offer by following the link below to explore all the exciting perks available to our employees. _ Turning Point

Support Worker - Flexible Hours \n Location: Chorley, Lancashire Job Type: Full-Time | Part-Time | Bank Flexible Shift Patterns Available \n About the Role \n We are currently recruiting Support Workers to join a specialist residential care home in Chorley, supporting adults under 65 with learning disabilities, autism, physical disabilities, sensory impairments, mental health needs, and dementia. \n This is a rewarding opportunity to join a supportive and person-centred care environment where you can make a genuine difference to residents' daily lives while benefiting from flexible working patterns. \n Key Responsibilities \n\n • Provide high-quality, person-centred support\n, • Assist with personal care and daily living tasks\n, • Promote independence, dignity, and wellbeing\n, • Support residents with activities and community engagement\n, • Follow care plans and risk assessments\n, • Build positive relationships with residents and colleagues\n, • Maintain accurate records and report concerns appropriately\n, • Help create a safe, welcoming environment\n\n Requirements \n\n • Caring, patient, and reliable approach\n, • Previous care experience desirable but not essential\n, • Good communication and teamwork skills\n, • Flexible to work shifts including weekends where required\n, • Willingness to provide personal care support\n, • NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health & Social Care desirable\n, • Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to obtain)\n\n What's on Offer \n\n • Flexible working patterns\n, • Competitive rates of pay\n, • Full training and ongoing development\n, • Supportive management team\n, • Career progression opportunities\n, • Rewarding role within a specialist care setting\n\n If you are passionate about supporting adults with additional needs and are looking for a flexible and rewarding role in Chorley, we would love to hear from you. \n APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION \n\n • All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy\n, • Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained\n, • You must have legal right to work in the UK\n, • You must be willing to attend a registration interview\n\n Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these. \n Disclaimer \n 'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'

Support Worker - Flexible Hours.Flexible Shift Patterns Available.We are currently recruiting Support Workers to join a specialist residential care home in Chorley, supporting adults under 65 with learning disabilities, autism, physical disabilities, sensory impairments, mental health needs, and dem

Description Bannister Farm £15.25 per hour Full Time 40 Hours - this is a split role with 20 hours supernumerary and 20 hours on support. Bannister Farm is located in Leyland, in Lancashire. Our home offers residential support to five autistic adults, who may also have a learning disability. The home is located off a main road, in a pleasant neighbourhood. We can also support those who have: Difficulties with communication Mild to moderate behaviours that challenge Epilepsy Some mental health needs What you'll be doing Are you an experienced care professional looking to take the next step in your career? We are seeking a dedicated Deputy Home Manager to support the Home Manager in leading our team and ensuring the highest standards of care, compliance, and service. In return, you'll benefit from the support of a knowledgeable and experienced multidisciplinary care team, with access to ongoing training, professional development, and excellent opportunities for career progression. In this role, youll play a vital part in delivering high-quality care by: Supporting the assessment and implementation of tailored care plans Assisting qualified staff to deliver safe, effective, and person-centred support Carrying out day-to-day activities that promote wellbeing, dignity, and independence Helping create a positive, supportive environment where residents can thrive You can find additional information in the attached job description. What you'll bring to the role Youve worked as a Senior Support Worker, Team Leader, or Deputy Manager and are ready for the next step. Youre a natural leader approachable, supportive, and great at bringing out the best in others. Youre passionate about high-quality care and know how important it is to residents and their families. Youre organised, proactive, and confident in managing the practical side of care (risk assessments, audits, compliance). Most importantly, you care deeply about people both the residents we support and the colleagues youll be working alongside. This position is a leadership role at Priory and during the interview process we will be assessing candidates against our leadership behaviours. These are a set of ten values driven behaviours that define great leadership at Priory. They are integral to driving a positive high performing culture where we strive to deliver the best care and outcomes for the people we support. You can find out more about our interview approach and our leadership behaviours here . What we will give you in return We want you to succeed at Priory and thrive in your role. You will be well supported with regular career conversations. We also offer full training and numerous pathways into leadership and qualified clinical positions to help you shape your career with us. Contributory pension scheme Flexible benefits including reduced rates and access to new schemes including gym membership, IT technology (laptops / tablets / smartphones) and Healthcare Cash Plan (Simply Health Scheme) Access to development opportunities Sponsorship of professional qualifications through our Individual Professional Development (IPD) panel Leadership & management development Long service award Refer a friend bonuses Shortlisting may begin upon receipt of applications, and the Recruiting Manager may close the vacancy early if enough suitable candidates are identified. About Priory Priory is the UKs leading independent provider of mental health and adult social care. With 12,000 colleagues and a network of 270 services, we support over 24,000 people each year to live their lives as fully and independently as possible. We treat more than 70 conditions including depression, anxiety, eating disorders and childrens mental health and provide residential and supported living care for autistic adults, people with a learning disability, PraderWilli Syndrome, brain injuries and older people. We are an equal opportunities employer committed to providing an inclusive, accessible recruitment process. Learn more about the accessibility support we offer here . For agency enquiries and applications, please view our legal statement here . All roles are subject to a successful disclosure at an appropriate level from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), Access NI or Disclosure Scotland. Priory will cover the cost of a DBS check. TPBN1_UKTJ

Residential Child Care Worker Location: Leyland Salary: £13.50 per hour plus sleep-in allowance Contract: Full-Time, Permanent Shifts: Residential rota including sleep-ins Make a Lasting Difference Are you passionate about helping children and young people overcome challenges and achieve their full potential? We are seeking compassionate, resilient, and committed Residential Support Workers to join a specialist children's home in Leyland supporting young people aged 6 to 16 with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD). Many of the young people we support have experienced trauma, adversity, and disrupted attachments, and need caring adults who can provide stability, consistency, and positive role modelling. This is a challenging yet highly rewarding role where every day provides an opportunity to make a meaningful difference to a young person's future. Additional Responsibilities • Support children and young people with EBD and complex emotional needs., • Use therapeutic and trauma-informed approaches to build positive relationships., • Manage challenging behaviours safely and effectively using de-escalation techniques., • Assist young people in developing emotional regulation and coping strategies., • Promote positive routines, boundaries, and expectations within the home. About You We're looking for someone who: • Has experience working with children and young people in residential care, education, youth work, or similar settings., • Has experience supporting children with EBD, SEMH needs, trauma, or challenging behaviours., • Demonstrates resilience, emotional intelligence, and the ability to remain calm under pressure., • Understands trauma-informed and child-centred approaches to care., • Holds a Level 3 qualification in Residential Childcare, Health & Social Care, or is willing to work towards one., • Holds a full UK driving licence. Apply Today If you're looking for a fulfilling career where you can positively influence the lives of children and young people, we'd love to hear from you

Job Introduction At Turning Point, we support people across The UK with Mental Health, Substance Misuse and Learning Disabilities. As a Youth Support Worker, you will ensure that young people living in Turning Points supported accommodation are supported to thrive and reach their full potential in a safe, nurturing, and supportive environment, increasing their independency to create a positive move on into the community. As a Youth Support Worker Tenancy and Transition Lead, you will join The Lancashire Young People supported accommodation services that supports 18 young people (Aged 16- 21) across two locations in Chorley (Parker House and The Bridge). We are looking for a knowledgeable and proactive housing professional to lead on accommodation and property-related matters across the service. Role Responsibility This will be a dual role where you will work on shift supporting Young People to manage their finances, gain independent living skills, promote health, wellbeing and healthy lifestyle choices as well as supporting them to maximise their involvement in local training, education, and employment opportunities. For the other side of the role you will provide expert advice, guidance and support to colleagues on accommodation management, occupancy, licence agreements, tenancy readiness and housing benefit processes, helping to ensure young people are successfully supported to move in, supported during their placement and moved on from our services. Working closely with landlords, contractors, local authorities and housing partners, you will oversee vacant apartments, manage accommodation standards, monitor repairs and maintenance, and ensure compliance with Ofsted requirements and licence agreements. As the service lead for housing management, you will support colleagues to maximise income through effective housing benefit management, provide guidance on utilities and accommodation-related financial processes, and ensure Turning Point meets its contractual and regulatory responsibilities. You will play a key role in creating safe, welcoming and well-maintained living environments that enable young people to thrive while supporting positive accommodation outcomes and service sustainability. The role is changeable, and every day will be different, some examples of what you will be responsible for are: Managing the referrals, sign up, support and move on for the Young People Developing, implementing and reviewing individual support plans and risk assessments focussing on young peoples needs, strengths and goals. Providing support with budgets and finances Provide an excellent rent / service charge collection service, ensuring regular accounts monitoring and contact with people regarding payments Completing accurate and detailed daily records for the Young People Providing practical support and guidance to the Young People including daily living skills, cooking, cleaning, and moving on plans Ensuring proactive and constructive communication to the Young People including facilitating weekly key-working sessions, problem solving and supporting with their day-to-day needs Supporting the Young People and landlords with housing management tasks addressing practical aspects of living in supported housing, including managing repairs, tenancies, income and anti-social behaviour. Prioritising your own case load and using your initiative to plan and implement agreed actions Building and maintaining relationships with a range of other professionals to work together to aim for positive outcomes for the Young People Facilitating and arranging engaging activities with tenants throughout the year. To work alongside colleagues, and management in shaping and developing the way we provide and manage our schemes, including improvements to processes and how we work with young people Following organisation policies and procedures to ensure compliance of the service Turning Point responds to the needs of the individuals and some of the tasks are therefore unpredictable. It is expected that the Youth Support Worker will work in a flexible way when required and undertake tasks that are not specifically covered within the job description, which can include cover for colleagues as required. The Ideal Candidate As a Youth Support Worker, we are looking for candidates who have knowledge and experience of working with young people with complex needs, homelessness, children who are looked after and in transition to leaving care or care leavers. Were ideally looking for a person with a NVQ level 3 or equivalent in Social Care, Youth Support Work or Housing/Homelessness, however this is not essential for the role. We are also looking for people with a background of working with young people and an understanding of homelessness and the impact this has on the wellbeing of Young People. Ideally you will have experience in support planning, re-engaging and motivating young people to participate in employment and work programmes, education, training, volunteering, and skill building opportunities. You need to be a great team player with lots of energy, youll need strong communication skills, a flexible approach and positive attitude to achieve targets in a challenging environment which requires empathy, understanding and patience. Shift patterns The service is staffed 24 hours a day / 7 days a week. As a Youth Support worker, you must be flexible to the service needs which include days/evenings and weekend working. About us As a leading health and social care provider with more than 300 locations across England, we take real pride in the services we offer. We run all of our services on a not-for-profit basis; instead, we invest every penny back into our services and people. We never stop believing in change for the better, and we work constantly to improve the lives of the people we support. What Benefits Will I Receive? We know reward looks different to each person and so whether its ways to make your money go further, a culture supporting recognition and celebration, or opportunities to boost your career we want to support you in every way we can with our total reward package. You will get 31 days paid holiday a year, increasing with each year of service up to 33days. Plus the option to buyadditional holidays and spread the cost. Join our team and discover the comprehensive benefits we offer by following the link below to explore all the exciting perks available to our employees. Turning Point Benefits Turning Point Attached documents Youth Support Worker JD.pdf Housing Support Lead.pdf Apply TPBN1_UKTJ

Ad-Hoc Recovery Worker – Detox Service We are seeking an experienced Recovery Worker to support a residential detox service in Chorley. This role involves working alongside clinical staff to support service users through detoxification and early recovery. Key Responsibilities • Monitor service users during detox, including observations and wellbeing checks, • Recognise and report withdrawal symptoms or deterioration in condition, • Support the safe delivery of care plans and prescribed medication regimes (under clinical direction), • Complete accurate records, handovers and incident reports, • Support admissions, discharges and daily routines, • Respond appropriately to incidents and safeguarding concerns, • Promote a safe, structured and recovery-focused environment About You • Experience in substance misuse, detox, mental health or residential care, • Understanding of withdrawal, safeguarding and risk management, • Confident working in a clinical or semi-clinical setting, • Able to work flexibly on an ad-hoc basis, • Strong communication and record-keeping skills Requirements • Enhanced DBS required, • Relevant health/social care experience or qualification preferred