At a Glance
- Tasks: Support young people with daily routines, education, and emotional wellbeing.
- Company: Join a growing children's care provider opening a new residential home.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, career progression, and supportive management.
- Other info: Be part of a founding team with excellent growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the lives of young people in a nurturing environment.
- Qualifications: Experience in care or education; passion for supporting children is essential.
The predicted salary is between 32900 - 34900 £ per year.
Location: Woodville, Swadlincote (DE11)
Salary: £32,900 - £34,900 per annum including 5 sleep-ins
We are recruiting on behalf of a growing children's care provider opening their first children's residential home in Woodville near Swadlincote. This is a fantastic opportunity to join the founding team of a brand-new Learning Disabilities service supporting young people within a small therapeutic environment with a strong 3:1 staffing ratio. The home will initially support one 15-year-old young person, with capacity for two children overall.
The Opportunity
You will play a key role in supporting young people with daily routines, education, activities and emotional wellbeing, helping to create a safe, nurturing and structured home environment. This is an excellent opportunity for candidates from children's residential care backgrounds, as well as individuals with transferable experience from care, education or support work who are looking to progress within the sector.
Shift Pattern
- 1 day on / 2 days off rota
- Long day shifts and sleep-ins
- Approximately 35 sleep-ins per month
Residential Childcare Worker Requirements
- Previous care, support work, education or residential experience considered
- Passion for supporting children and young people
- Ability to build positive relationships and maintain professional boundaries
- Drivers preferred
Senior Residential Support Worker Requirements
- Previous experience working as a Senior in children's residential care
- Level 3 qualification in Children's Residential Care or equivalent
- Strong safeguarding knowledge and leadership skills
- Drivers required
What's on Offer
- Opportunity to join a brand-new home from the very beginning
- Small therapeutic environment with high staffing levels
- Competitive salary package including sleep-ins
- Career progression opportunities with a growing provider
- Supportive management team and positive working environment
If this opportunity is of interest, please apply with your updated CV and we will get back to you within 2 business days.
Residential Childcare Support Worker in Swadlincote employer: Tailored Personnel Services Ltd
Join a pioneering children's care provider in Woodville, where you will be part of a dedicated team creating a nurturing environment for young people with learning disabilities. With a strong focus on employee growth and a supportive management team, this role offers competitive salaries, career progression opportunities, and the chance to make a meaningful impact in the lives of children. Experience a positive work culture in a small, therapeutic setting that prioritises high staffing ratios and personal development.
Contact Details:
Tailored Personnel Services Ltd Recruitment Team
