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Residential Childcare Support Worker and Senior
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.
We are currently recruiting for:
- Residential Childcare Workers
- Senior Residential Support Workers
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 3–5 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 xgikmsk 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 you updated CV and we will get back to you within 2 business days.
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Residential Childcare Support Worker in Swadlincote employer: Tailored Personnel Services
As a Registered Manager at our children's residential home in Newhaven, East Sussex, you will join a compassionate and dedicated team committed to providing exceptional care for young people. We pride ourselves on fostering a supportive work culture that prioritises employee development, offering ongoing training and growth opportunities to enhance your leadership skills. With competitive salaries and a focus on wellbeing, we ensure that our staff feel valued and empowered to make a meaningful impact in the lives of the children we serve.
Contact Details:
Tailored Personnel Services Recruitment Team
