Residential Childcare Worker

Job Type: Full-time, permanent (40 hours per week, shift-working)

Location: Hove, BN3

Salary: £26,300 -£29,000 annually

About The Company: Our client is a leader in therapeutic residential childcare, special education, and specialist training. They operate three therapeutic children’s homes, an independent SEMH school and a bespoke supported accommodation for young adult care-leavers.

Position Overview: We are seeking dedicated Childcare Workers to join our client's team. This role involves working in their therapeutic children’s homes and supporting children at the SEMH school. You will also participate in a 6-month work-based basic training program, preparing you for promotion to the position of Therapeutic Carer.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist therapeutic carer colleagues and managers in meeting the needs of children.
• Help children manage challenging behaviours and conflicted emotions.
• Collaborate with colleagues and other professionals to achieve agreed outcomes for each child.
• Provide meaningful living, relating, and learning experiences for children.

Requirements:

• Some prior experience in a similar role.
• Passion for working with children and making a positive impact in their lives.
• Willingness to undertake comprehensive training and professional development.
• Right to Work in the UK full time (sponsorship is not available)

Additional Benefits:

• Opportunities for additional duties and bonus payments.
• Company-paid sickness allowance.
• Employee group healthcare scheme.
• Comprehensive initial orientation and 6-month training program.
• Ongoing training and development, including leadership and management courses.
• Fully funded Level 3 diploma in Residential childcare.
• Real job satisfaction and the chance to make a difference in children's lives.

If you are passionate about making a real difference in the lives of children and eager to grow in a supportive and dynamic environment, please apply with your updated CV and we will get back to you within 3 working days.