Job Title:
Therapeutic Care Worker Salary:
£23,695 - £25,480 per annum (£13.02 - £14.00 per hour) Typical earnings including regular sleep-ins :
£30,000 - £31,600 per annum
Plus overtime opportunities Contract:
Full Time | Permanent Location:
Huntingdonshire
Make a Real Difference in a Child's Life
Are you passionate about helping children and young people overcome trauma and achieve their full potential?
We are looking for caring, resilient and enthusiastic Therapeutic Care Workers to join a specialist residential children's service supporting children and young people who have experienced significant adversity and trauma.
Our therapeutic approach is centred around
P.A.C.E. (Playfulness, Acceptance, Curiosity and Empathy) , helping young people build trust, develop resilience and create brighter futures.
This is far more than a care role. It's an opportunity to make a genuine and lasting difference every day.
The Role As a Therapeutic Care Worker, you will:
Build positive and meaningful relationships with children and young people Support young people with daily routines, education, activities and independence skills Promote emotional wellbeing and positive outcomes Support young people through difficult situations using therapeutic approaches Work closely with colleagues to provide consistent, high-quality care Maintain records and contribute to care planning Help create a safe, nurturing and stable home environment What We're Looking For We're seeking individuals who have:
A genuine passion for supporting children and young people A calm and positive attitude under pressure The ability to manage challenge and conflict constructively A positive, encouraging approach to teamwork Excellent communication and relationship-building skills A proactive and can-do attitude A willingness to learn and develop within a therapeutic environment Essential Requirements
Experience working with children and/or young people NVQ Level 2 in a social care related subject
or
5 GCSEs including Maths and English Full UK Driving Licence Right to work in the UK What We Offer
Competitive salary package Typical earnings of
£30,000 - £31,600 per annum
including regular sleep-ins Paid sleep-ins (£60 per sleep) Overtime opportunities Full induction before joining the rota Specialist therapeutic training including:
P.A.C.E. Child Development & Trauma De-escalation & Physical Intervention
Regular supervision every 4-6 weeks Automatic enrolment onto the Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare following successful completion of probation £250 bonus on successful completion of probation Additional £250 bonus on successful completion of the Level 3 Diploma Ongoing training, development and career progression Supportive therapeutic leadership team Shift Pattern We operate a structured
3-week rolling rota , meaning you'll always know your shifts in advance.
Week 1:
Monday, Thursday, Saturday Week 2:
Tuesday, Friday, Sunday Week 3:
Wednesday
Day shifts:
07:00 - 22:00 Sleep-ins:
22:30 - 07:30
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Therapeutic Care Worker in Watford employer: Positive Futures Recruitment Ltd
Join our SEMH school in Berkeley, where we prioritise a nurturing and aspirational environment for young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs. As a Teaching Assistant, you'll benefit from a supportive work culture that values your contributions, offers a competitive salary with a welcome bonus, and provides opportunities for professional growth within a dedicated team focused on making a meaningful impact in students' lives.
Contact Details:
Positive Futures Recruitment Ltd Recruitment Team
