Careers - Pebbles Care

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About Us

At Pebbles, we offer therapeutic residential child care and education to children and young people aged 8-18 who have suffered early years adversities and need a safe space to call ‘home’. With over 20 years’ experience in the sector, we have built a reputation for excellence and expertise and are on a mission to lead the way in providing bespoke therapeutic care and education.

Within the nurturing environment of our loving homes and schools, our teams adopt an unparalleled therapeutic approach, making a lasting difference to young people’s lives. A career in residential child care is more than a job; it is a journey of nurture and compassion that leads to astonishing outcomes.

Alongside caring for our young people, we deeply care for our employees, and offer excellent benefits and pathways for progression and growth. Our innovative and progressive nature provides the foundation for the many long-lasting and inspiring career journeys within our family.

Our Job Vacancies

Scotland

19 homes based across Dumfries and Galloway, Ayrshire, South and North Lanarkshire, Fife, and Perthshire.

North East

Our teams in the North East offer a wealth of knowledge, experience and development opportunities.

Lancashire & Cumbria

We have 9 beautiful homes based across Cumbria and Lancashire, offering full time and part time opportunities.

Yorkshire

We have 10 established homes across Yorkshire offering excellent training and development opportunities.

St. Helens

Our 6 solo homes in St Helens work closely together, and offer full time opportunities for experienced care workers.

All vacancies

All available vacancies in our Psychology, Education, Maintenance, and professional services teams.

Our Culture & Values

We are committed to creating a positive and inclusive environment where you’ll feel valued, heard, and understood. We ensure our employees have a voice by issuing newsletters, conducting employee surveys, holding career reviews, and carrying out monthly social recognition awards.

We go above and beyond to meet the needs and aspirations of our young people and employees, so that everyone can progress in their lives and careers.

Four core values are the foundation of this inclusive culture, influencing everything that we do, from the way we interact with each other to the positive relationships we build with our young people.

Education is a core element of our provision. We provide curricula tailored to the individual needs across our fully registered and well-established independent schools.

Accountable

We take responsibility for our words, actions, and results, creating a safe, welcoming, and inclusive environment for everyone at Pebbles.

Considerate

We are respectful in our relationships with colleagues and young people, demonstrating empathy towards others and valuing diverse talents, initiatives, and leadership.

Collaborative

We work together to be more effective, efficient, and fulfilled, achieving as a team what individuals cannot, while striving to see each other succeed.

Progressive

We give 100% in all that we do and highly value the process of recognition and improvement that encourages progression.

Our Benefits

Healthcare Cashback Plan

As part of our team, we’ll offer you Medicash to help you take care of your health, wellbeing, and finances.

Learning & Development Opportunities

We have invested hugely to provide you with both recognised and bespoke learning and development opportunities.

Life Assurance, Pension & Annual Leave

Upon joining our family, you’ll be entitled to life assurance, pension, and annual leave.

Industry Recognised Qualifications

We love empowering our people to do an amazing job and therefore we’ll fund relevant courses for you.

Our Employee Referral Scheme

We know that the best talent comes from word of mouth, which is why we’ll offer you a generous refer-a-friend bonus scheme

Cover of your DBS/PVG Cost

It’s a regulatory requirement to have a DBS or PVG to work in care. In Scotland, we will cover this cost for you and in England, we will also support you with annual payment for the DBS update service.

What Our People Say

“I have worked for Pebbles Care for over 20 years. I started my career as a residential child care worker, and within two years I progressed to home manager.

I managed several different homes in Cumbria and then settled at Tyne Close until 2020. I gained my NVQ Level 4 in Children and Young People and Level 4 in Leadership and Management with Pebbles. After becoming involved in the property maintenance of our homes in 2020, Pebbles supported me with the qualifications necessary to become the Estates & Maintenance Manager, and I am currently growing a fantastic team.”
Ian Boyd, Estates & Maintenance Manager

“I have been at Pebbles for just over two years and absolutely love it. I started as a Residential Care Worker on a zero-hour contract, which quickly changed to a full-time contract. During this time, I was studying full-time at university for my Bachelor of Science in Psychology, and the organisation provided me with the opportunity to do some work within the psychology department too.

No two days are the same at Pebbles, and it can be a fast-paced environment, which at times can be challenging. However, these challenges have helped me grow both as an individual and as a leader. My manager recognised my dedication to the young people, love for my job, and leadership skills. She encouraged me to apply for the role of Deputy Manager, and I have now been in the post for over a year, while working towards my SVQ-4 in Leadership and Management. At Pebbles, I feel valued and supported in all I do.”
Lorraine Ness, Deputy Manager

“I started working for Pebbles as a team leader in September of 2019. My duties were to provide organisation and guidance to the staff team in delivering meaningful care and support to our young people. In February 2021, I started in my current role of Deputy Manager and have so enjoyed the challenges and rewarding experiences that have come with it. I have been able to develop professionally and learn new skills, but I also love supporting the team to develop as therapeutic parents. As a company, Pebbles provides many professional and educational opportunities for our people to become (almost) as amazing as our kids!
Alisha Walsh, Deputy Manager

“Pebbles is a company that I feel truly values and cares for the children and young people in their care and this is reflected throughout the company. During my time working at Pebbles Care, I have seen many new strategies and support systems implemented. The company continues to develop and grow, whilst keeping the young people at the centre of this. The therapeutic approach that has been adopted throughout the company has had an amazing impact and I am grateful to be a part of this and within the lives of the children and young people. I have truly loved my time at Pebbles Care and would recommend the company to anyone wishing to work within the sector.”
Katie Lavelle, Deputy Manager

Our Recruitment Process

Step 1

Apply for your chosen role by completing an online application form

Step 2

The Recruitment Team will contact you to have an informal chat on the telephone

Step 3

You'll then be invited to meet with a manager for a face-to-face or video interview

Step 4

You’ll receive a written job offer and access to complete your onboarding forms

Step 5

We’ll complete all necessary pre-employment checks and send your contract of employmen

Safer recruitment statement

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the young people in our care and all hiring managers complete safer recruitment training on a regular basis.

Can’t find the role you are looking for?

We are always keen to discover great talent. If you are passionate about caring for others, then we want to hear from you. So please register your interest by contacting the Recruitment Team at recruitment@pebblescare.com.

FAQs

How long does the recruitment process take?
What happens in the interview?

Interviews will normally take between 45 and 60 minutes. We will arrange either an ‘in- person interview’ or ‘video interview’. We will introduce ourselves and ask you questions about your experience and career aspirations. Our priority is to get to know you and you learn about your key skills. We will ensure that you can ask questions about the role that you have applied for.
How long will I wait to hear from you?

We shortlist applications every day and so normally we will respond very quickly. If we receive a high volume of applications, we aim to get back to your application within ten working days. Interview outcomes and feedback can take up to one week. We will always keep you up to date and can be contacted every step of the way.
What is involved in your onboarding process?

Due to the nature of the children’s residential care sector, our recruitment checks are quite extensive. These checks are in place to ensure that we safeguard our children and young people. We will carry out a right to work check and you will be required to complete online forms so we can obtain an updated disclosure, detailed reference checks, and health questionnaire.
If I do not meet all the essential criteria, should I still apply?

We recommend that you should apply, even if you feel that there is something you still need to gain. Maybe we can advise you, or suggest another role that is suitable and with your permission we can save your details for future opportunities.