Clare Lodge Secure Children's Home | Peterborough City Council

Make a difference before a vacancy even arises. 

At Clare Lodge, we provide specialist care and support for some of the most vulnerable children and young people in the country. We're always keen to hear from compassionate, resilient and dedicated people who are interested in a career in residential childcare.

By joining our Residential Support Worker Talent Pool, you'll be among the first to hear about future opportunities at Clare Lodge and can register your interest in becoming part of our team.

Why Clare Lodge?

Working at Clare Lodge is more than a job. It's an opportunity to help young people overcome challenges, build confidence and achieve positive outcomes for their future.

As a Residential Support Worker, you'll:

• Build positive and trusting relationships with children and young people.
• Provide day-to-day care, guidance and emotional support.
• Help create a safe, stable and nurturing environment.
• Support young people to develop independence, life skills and resilience.
• Work alongside a dedicated multi-disciplinary team committed to making a difference.

We're looking for people who are:

• Passionate about supporting children and young people.
• Resilient, patient and emotionally intelligent.
• Able to build positive relationships and maintain professional boundaries.
• Committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
• Flexible and willing to work shifts, including evenings, weekends, bank holidays and opportunities for bank shifts.

Previous experience in residential care, education, social care, youth work, support work or a related field is desirable but not essential. We welcome interest from those looking to start or progress a career in children's residential care.

What you'll gain

• A rewarding career where no two days are the same.
• Comprehensive training and development opportunities.
• A supportive team environment.
• Career progression pathways within children's services.
• Access to the benefits of working for Peterborough City Council.

Register Your Interest

If you'd like to be considered for future Residential Support Worker opportunities at Clare Lodge, apply to join our Talent Pool today.

By registering your details, our Recruitment Team can contact you when suitable vacancies become available and keep you informed about upcoming recruitment activities and events.

Together, we can help young people build safer, brighter futures. Find out more about our Children's Services team: What We Do - Peterborough City Council Careers. 

Register your interest today and take the first step towards a rewarding career at Clare Lodge.