Careers at Ascende

Build a career that makes a difference

Join a provider that invests in its people and gives you the training, support and structure to do your best work.

Why work with us

Children's residential care is demanding and important work. At Ascende, we believe it should also be a career you can build and be proud of, supported by good training, regular supervision and a clinical team behind you.

We recruit for values and potential as much as experience. If you are committed to children and young people, there may be a place for you here.

What we offer

Supporting our team

Training & development

Funded qualifications and clear progression in care and leadership.

Professional support

Regular supervision, reflective practice and clinical guidance.

Considered rotas

Sensible scheduling and a culture that respects your wellbeing.

Equity ownership

Every member of staff holds a vested equity stake in Ascende — you share in the success you help create.

A supportive team

Experienced colleagues who look out for one another.

Meaningful work

The opportunity to make a lasting difference to a young person's life.

Employee ownership

Everyone here has a stake in Ascende

Ascende is built on shared ownership. Every member of staff holds a vested equity stake in the company — so as Ascende grows and succeeds, our people share directly in that success.

A genuine share

All team members receive a vested equity stake — a real interest in the company they help to build, not a token gesture.

Aligned around children

When everyone is an owner, everyone is invested in the same goal: the best possible outcomes for the children in our care.

Rewarded for the long term

Equity recognises commitment and continuity — the stable, lasting relationships that matter most to young people.

Current opportunities

Roles we recruit for

Typical roles across our homes across Cumbria and Lancashire. If your role isn't listed, we would still welcome your interest.

Residential Support Worker

Cumbria & Lancashire · Full & part-time · Permanent
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Senior Residential Support Worker

Cumbria & Lancashire · Full-time · Permanent
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Registered / Deputy Home Manager

Cumbria & Lancashire · Full-time · Permanent
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Waking Night Support Worker

Cumbria & Lancashire · Full & part-time · Permanent
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Relief Support Worker

Cumbria & Lancashire · Flexible hours
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Listings are illustrative. Share your details on our contact page and we will be in touch about live vacancies. All roles are subject to enhanced DBS checks and safer-recruitment procedures.

Interested in joining us?

Send your details and a little about yourself, and our team will be in touch.

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