Salary £28,142 – £32,061 Per Annum. Full Time, 37 Hours Per Week, Lancashire.
International Sponsorship
This role is not open to international sponsorship.
Nights Residential Child Care Worker
Children and Family Services
- This role may require you to work at different homes across Lancashire Cluster. Access to your own vehicle is essential.
Enhanced pay rates apply for night and weekend work, including a 25% uplift for hours worked between 11pm and 8am (subject to a start time before 6am). These enhancements do not apply to shift workers. Weekend work may attract up to 33% additional pay when part of the contractual working week.
About Us
Our Children’s Residential Service is expanding, with new homes opening in Central Lancashire. We believe children deserve the best care and support, building positive lifelong relationships, creative fun activities, and holistic development.
What do our children want from you
- I would like someone like me who has time to listen instead of being behind a locked door.
- I would like someone who listens to me but also takes action and who I can have a laugh with – they also need to be able to make nice food.
- I would like someone who spends time with me.
What can you expect from us
We have supportive management and a detailed induction program. You’ll receive free professional courses, potential funded qualifications up to degree level, monthly 1:1 reflective sessions, Employee Support Offer, and networking opportunities. Staff benefits include union, Blue Light Card, and local retailer discounts.
What are we looking for
- Passion for creative support of children’s aspirations.
- Dedication to challenging days, commitment to extra effort, and team play.
- Forward thinking to shape service future.
- Values of support, innovation, respect, and collaboration.
How To Apply
- Submit CV/Resume.
If you have questions, contact our Talent Team at talent@lancashire.gov.uk.
Closing Date: 31 May 2026. Interviews held weekly, every Wednesday.
The post is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended 2013). Applicants must apply to DBS and may provide a car for duties; business use insurance required.
We reserve the right to close early if sufficient applications are received.
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