An opportunity has arisen for a Residential Childcare Worker to join a children's residential care provider offering therapeutic support to young people with emotional, behavioural and trauma-related needs.
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As a Residential Childcare Worker, you will help create a safe and nurturing home where young people can build confidence, develop independence and achieve positive outcomes.
Previous experience in childcare, social care or support work is desirable but not essential. Training and qualification support are available, making this an excellent opportunity for those looking to develop a career in residential childcare.
The full-time role offers approximately 40 hours per week, including sleep-in shifts, a basic salary of £28,230–£29,270, plus £60 per sleep-in, with potential annual earnings of up to £37,550.
You Will Be Responsible For:
- Supporting children and young people in a residential setting, ensuring their safety, wellbeing and individual needs are prioritised.
- Developing positive and trusting relationships, providing emotional support and acting as a consistent, reliable role model.
- Assisting young people who may have experienced trauma, emotional difficulties or challenging circumstances.
- Encouraging independence, confidence, healthy routines and positive decision-making through everyday activities.
- Supporting educational development, recreational activities, community involvement and personal interests.
- Contributing to individual care plans, risk assessments, daily reports and other required documentation.
- Promoting safeguarding, positive behaviour and a supportive environment in line with Ofsted standards.
- Working collaboratively with colleagues, social workers, families and other professionals to support positive outcomes.
- Helping maintain a clean, safe and welcoming home, involving young people in everyday responsibilities where appropriate.
What We Are Looking For:
Essential:
- A genuine interest in working with children and young people and supporting their emotional and personal development.
- A compassionate, patient and resilient personality, with the ability to remain calm in challenging situations.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with a positive approach to teamwork.
- A willingness to learn, undertake professional training and follow safeguarding procedures.
- Flexibility to work a residential shift rota, including weekends and sleep-in duties.
Desirable:
- Previous experience in residential childcare, children's services, care, support work or a related environment. xgikmsk
- Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare, Children and Young People, or an accepted equivalent qualification.
- A full UK driving licen...
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