At a Glance
- Tasks: Support and care for children with disabilities through fun activities and personal care.
- Company: Join the Camphill Community Glencraig, a supportive and caring environment.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, paid holidays, pension fund, and group life assurance.
- Other info: Flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, with great career development opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while enjoying diverse activities.
- Qualifications: NVQ/QCF Level 3 in Care and experience with children or adults with learning disabilities.
The predicted salary is between 28691 - 30292 £ per year.
Camphill Community Glencraig is currently recruiting for the following vacancy: Children's Residential Worker. We are currently recruiting for Child Residential Workers whose purpose is to provide the highest possible standard of support and care to children and/or young people with disabilities and challenging behaviour who reside within our Children's Home. Our model of care is Positive Behaviour Support (PBS). This role will at times call for an element of personal care.
The children require access to a wide range of scheduled activities, including crafts, play, sensory activities, lots of outdoor play, access to individual stimming items, helping around the house, various games, songs, baking, playing in the park, long walks around the community, trips out, drives in the car, and dancing.
Salary: £28,691- £30,292 per annum. Enhanced pay rate for weekends between 7am and 10pm and Waking Nights.
Hours of Work: 38 hours per week (full time) Fully flexible to include unsocial hours, evenings, and weekends.
Contract: Permanent
Closing date: 4pm Monday 6th July 2026
Essential Criteria:
- Accredited NVQ/QCF Level 3 in Care Related subject e.g. Health and Social Care, Early Years, or similar
- Basic Numeracy and literacy (English language) skills
- Registered or Agreeable to applying with the N. Ireland Social Care Council
- At least six months experience working with children OR adults with a learning disability and complex needs.
- Be flexible to work on a rota basis that may include unsocial hours and weekends.
Desirable Criteria:
- Degree level qualification in Health/Social Sciences/Youth Work/Social Work
- Experience in education or health & social care setting
- Knowledge of Positive Behaviour Support and awareness of autism spectrum disorder
Skills:
- Residential Care
- Social care
- Autism care
- Learning Disabilities
- Care work
- PBS Approach
- Children's Residential
Benefits:
- Group Life Assurance
- Paid Holidays
- Pension Fund
- Parking
Children's Residential Worker TLNT1_NI in Holywood employer: Camphill Community Glencraig
Camphill Community Glencraig is an exceptional employer dedicated to providing a nurturing environment for both its staff and the children they support. With a strong focus on employee development, flexible working hours, and a vibrant work culture centred around Positive Behaviour Support, employees are encouraged to grow professionally while making a meaningful impact in the lives of children with disabilities. Located in a picturesque setting, the community offers unique opportunities for outdoor activities and engagement, making it a rewarding place to work.
Contact Details:
Camphill Community Glencraig Recruitment Team
