Roles open now – applications are ongoing for various positions across the organisation.

Apprenticeship programmes open regularly; please check specific vacancy details.

Locations: Various locations across the UK, with a focus on communities served by Polaris.

Shape your career with Polaris Community

Polaris Community is one of the UK’s largest leading communities of children’s service providers.

Within the community, we have independent fostering and adoption agencies who have been passionately improving the lives of young people for over 30 years, as well as Leaving Care services, Education and bespoke children’s services contracts. Our nurturing community works collectively to support the very best outcomes for each and every child in our care.

At Polaris, our people are the heart of everything we do. Across our fostering, adoption, education, residential and supported accommodation services, and central functions, every colleague contributes to transforming the lives of children and young people

If you are passionate about making a real difference in young people’s lives, starting your career with Polaris Community opens doors to rewarding roles in a supportive environment.

About the support offer

We provide structured pathways into employment and apprenticeships within Children’s Services.

Our programmes are designed to combine meaningful work experience with tailored training, ensuring you develop both practical skills and professional qualifications.

You will be challenged and supported by teams committed to your development, with personalised coaching, mentoring, and opportunities to work across diverse projects that deepen your knowledge and competency.

Dedicated support & development

Our early careers and apprenticeship opportunities include:

• Expert training and accredited qualifications.
• Personalised development plans and on-the-job learning.
• Access to mentors, supervisors, and a supportive peer network.
• Tailored support for young people leaving care or with lived experience of care.

Why Polaris Community

• Supportive and inclusive culture: We foster a workplace where all individuals feel valued and empowered, with a focus on wellbeing and professional growth.
• Meaningful progression: Many of our early careers starters have grown into leadership and specialist roles.
• Commitment to diversity and inclusion: We actively promote equity and celebrate diversity across our teams and services.
• Impactful work: You’ll be part of a community-focused organisation making tangible differences in young people’s lives every day.
• Wellbeing focus: Comprehensive wellbeing initiatives support your physical, mental, social, and financial health.

Early Careers roles and apprenticeships

Explore opportunities including:

• Support Worker roles
• Apprenticeships
• Administration and Service Coordination roles

What you’ll gain

• Fully funded training and professional development opportunities
• Practical experience with dedicated mentors and supervisors
• A clear pathway into employment and long-term career growth
• A workplace that prioritises wellbeing, inclusion, and continuous learning

How we support access and inclusion

We recognise that beginning a career in Children’s Services can be challenging. Polaris Community goes beyond traditional entry routes by:

• Offering a guaranteed interview for any young person with care experience who meets the minimum criteria applying for an apprenticeship position. Those applicants will also be provided with interview questions in advance of an interview, and be provided with interview feedback.

• Work experience placements, subject to availability and predominantly in our Central Services teams.
• Mock interviews available at the end of work experience placements.

• Offering bespoke employability coaching and support for care leavers and those with lived experience of care.
• Providing clear pathways to training and employment, matched to individual needs and aspirations.
• Encouraging applications from people with diverse backgrounds and experiences.

Next steps

Interested in starting a rewarding career with Polaris Community? Explore current vacancies and apprenticeship opportunities on our website, and get tailored support with your application.

For more information or support, please contact our Recruitment Team at HrAdmin@polariscommunity.co.uk

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