direct care worker Work, Jobs in peterborough (with Salaries)

Residential Worker
Peterborough City Council —Peterborough
- £28,598 - £32,061 a year
- Weekend availability
- Childcare
- Working with children
- Annual leave
- Employee discount
Support Worker (Driver)
Priory —Peterborough
- £13.45 an hour
- Full-time
- Care plans
- Communication skills
- Referral programme
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13d
Support Worker
Priory —March
- £13.45 an hour
- Full-time
- Care plans
- Communication skills
- Referral programme
Quick apply
12d
Reception Team Member
Grove Medical Practice —Saint Ives
- £12.71 an hour
- Part-time
- Administrative experience
- In-person
- Communication skills
- Annual leave
Quick apply
5d
MHST Senior Wellbeing Practitioner
East of England Community Health and Care NHS Trust (Cambridgeshire) —Peterborough
- £39,959 - £48,117 a year
- Full-time
- Management
- Travel
- School
2d
Recovery Worker
Change Grow Live —Corby
- £27,861.26 - £32,002.35 a year
- IT
- Time management
- Annual leave
- Employee discount
2d
Support Worker
Priory Group —Wisbech
- Care plans
- Communication skills
- Referral programme
2d
Experienced Social Worker in Community Long Term Team
Peterborough City Council —Peterborough
- £39,152 - £42,839 a year
- Travel
- Organisational skills
- Communication skills
- Annual leave
- Employee discount
2d
Support Worker - Ref: W032DR
Mosaic 1898 —Oakham
- £12.50 - £22.22 an hour
- Part-time
- IT
- In-person
- Care plans
- Annual leave
Quick apply
Quality Lead
Change Grow Live —Kettering
- £35,220.59 - £37,184.90 a year
- Remote
- Communication skills
- Time management
- Employee assistance programme
- Employee discount
8d
Family Support Worker/AssesmentWorker
BLUE SPRINGS FAMILY CENTRE —Corby
- From £13.10 an hour
- 12 hour shift
- Working with children
- Preschool
- Bachelor's degree
- Free parking
- Annual leave
Quick apply
Personal Assistant (PA)/Support Worker-PUR-698-492
Purple —Littleport
- £14 an hour
- Part-time
- English
- In-person
- Care plans
Quick apply
13d
Administrator / Receptionist
Change Grow Live —Corby
- £26,091 a year
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Word processing
- Annual leave
- Employee discount
8d

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Residential Worker

Peterborough City Council -
Peterborough

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Job details

Permanent
£28,598 - £32,061 a year

Benefits

Cycle to work scheme
Annual leave
Company pension
Employee discount
Paid volunteer time
Car scheme
Sick pay

Qualifications

Childcare
Working with children

Full job description

Salary range:

£28,598 - £32,061
Contract Type:

Permanent
Directorate:

Children and Young People
Closing Date:

5 June 2026
Pay Grade:

7
Weekly Hours:

37

All About the Role

We are seeking compassionate, resilient, and committed individuals to join our team as Residential Workers in a Secure Children's Home. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of vulnerable young people by providing direct care, guidance, and positive adult role modelling.

You will act in a professional and parental capacity (loco parentis), working closely with each young person, their family, and the local authority to ensure they consistently maximise their potential.

As a key worker, you'll provide advocacy, emotional support, and practical assistance such as shopping, attending health appointments, and facilitating key work sessions. You'll build constructive relationships and model positive behaviours to support life skills and independence, while working in line with all relevant policies, procedures, and legislation.

You'll be responsible for maintaining accurate records, responding to telephone calls, and escalating concerns appropriately. You'll also contribute to care planning, risk assessments, and reports that support each child's development. Engaging young people in purposeful activities, supporting new staff through induction, and occasionally coordinating aspects of the home's daily operations are also part of the role. Sleep-in duties are required as part of the rota.

Our RSW's receive a 7% Shift Allowance + £2K yearly retention payment on anniversary of probation completion

All About You

We're looking for individuals with experience working with children or young people in residential or care settings (preferred), and a strong understanding of safeguarding, trauma-informed care, and child development. You should be an excellent communicator who can build trust and remain calm under pressure, with a commitment to professional development and reflective practice.

Flexibility is key, as the role involves working shifts, including evenings, weekends, and sleep-ins.

All About Our Team

Clare Lodge is proud to have a dedicated, multidisciplinary team committed to supporting young people with complex needs in a secure, all-female environment. Our care team includes experienced residential workers, qualified social workers, health professionals, and education specialists who work collaboratively to provide a therapeutic, trauma-informed approach to care.

Staff at Clare Lodge are skilled in building meaningful relationships with young people, often supporting those who have experienced multiple placement breakdowns or who may initially struggle to engage. The team is passionate about creating a safe, structured, and nurturing environment where every young person is given the opportunity to thrive.

We value empathy, resilience, and professionalism, and we support our staff with comprehensive training, supervision, and development opportunities. Whether you're new to residential care or bring years of experience, you'll be joining a team that is committed to making a lasting difference in the lives of vulnerable young people.

Could This Be You?

Before you apply, ask yourself:

Do you have the compassion and resilience to support young people through challenging circumstances?
Can you act as a positive role model and advocate for vulnerable children in your care?
Are you confident in building trusting relationships and working collaboratively with families and professionals?
Are you ready to take on a role that requires emotional intelligence, adaptability, and a commitment to safeguarding?
Do you want to be part of a team that makes a lasting difference in the lives of young people?

If you answered yes, we'd love to hear from you.

All About Our Benefits

We offer a generous annual leave package starting at 25 days plus bank holidays, sick pay, and access to the local government pension scheme. Additional benefits include:

Access to Vivup for in-store and online discounts, Cycle to Work, and Home & Electronics schemes
Option to buy up to 10 days additional annual leave (pro-rata)
Car lease scheme and flexible bank holiday arrangements
Shared Cost AVCs for pension contributions with tax and NI savings
Development opportunities including apprenticeships
Paid volunteering hours each year
Access to our equality, diversity, and inclusion network
Employee Recognition Awards

All About Our Commitments

We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer, dedicated to fostering diversity, advancing equity, and building an inclusive workplace for everyone. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and particularly encourage those from underrepresented groups, including disabled people, care leavers, and individuals from minority ethnic communities.

We are committed to making our recruitment process as accessible as possible. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the application or interview process, please contact [email protected] and we will work with you to meet your needs.

Appointment to this post will be subject to an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service. The Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

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direct care worker jobs in peterborough

Residential Worker

Support Worker (Driver)

Support Worker

Reception Team Member

MHST Senior Wellbeing Practitioner

Recovery Worker

Support Worker

Experienced Social Worker in Community Long Term Team

Support Worker - Ref: W032DR

Quality Lead

Family Support Worker/AssesmentWorker

Personal Assistant (PA)/Support Worker-PUR-698-492

Administrator / Receptionist

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