Make a Real Impact in the Heart of Tyne and Wear Communities!
Are you looking for a new opportunity that offers both flexibility and a sense of purpose? Randstad is currently seeking dedicated Residential Childcare Workers to join our team, supporting various children's residential homes across Tyne and Wear (including Newcastle, Gateshead, and Sunderland). If you are an experienced support worker with a background in caring for children who have experienced trauma, we want to hear from you!
Why This Role?
In this role, you will be providing essential emotional and practical support to children and young people who may have faced significant challenges and trauma. Working across our diverse Tyne and Wear services, your goal is to create a safe, nurturing, and stable environment where young people can truly thrive.
- Competitive Pay: £15.00 - £20.00 per hour (depending on experience and shift type)
- Location: Tyne and Wear (Newcastle, Gateshead, Sunderland and surrounding areas)
- Flexibility: Empower your work-life balance! Choose the shifts that fit your lifestyle via our easy-to-use booking system
Shift Patterns to Suit Your Life
We understand that one size doesn't fit all when it comes to work-life balance. We have various requirements, including:
- Long Days: Ideal for those who prefer to complete their hours in fewer blocks
- Days with Sleep-ins: Providing continuity of care through the evening and night
- Waking Nights: For the night owls who excel at providing a calm, safe presence during the late hours
Your Day-to-Day Impact
- Building positive, trusting relationships with vulnerable young people.
- Assisting with daily routines, including education, hobbies, and life skills.
- Managing challenging behaviors with empathy and de-escalation techniques.
- Ensuring the highest standards of safeguarding and care are met at all times.
- Maintaining accurate daily logs and reports.
What You'll Bring to the Team
- Experience: Previous experience in a residential childcare or a similar support setting is essential.
- Resilience: An empathetic nature with the ability to remain calm under pressure.
- Communication: Strong interpersonal skills to engage with both children and professional teams.
- Compliance: You must be willing to undertake an enhanced DBS check (or have one on the update service) and provide full employment references.
Randstad Care is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merits alone.
Residential Childcare Worker in Newcastle upon Tyne employer: Randstad Care
Randstad Care is an excellent employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises the well-being of both clients and employees. With flexible schedules and opportunities for professional growth, you can make a meaningful impact in the lives of those you support while enjoying competitive pay rates in the beautiful locations of Tayport, St Andrews, and Cupar.
