Job Title: Residential Childcare Worker
Location: Welshpool, Powys, SY21
Salary: £26,290- £29,241 per annum + Enhanced overtime rate!
Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent
Job Description: We are seeking a dedicated Residential Childcare Worker to join our specialist therapeutic residential care team located in Welshpool, Powys. This role offers the opportunity to work within a unique, values-driven service that makes a meaningful difference in the lives of young people. Our team operates in a supportive environment with visible leadership and extensive career development pathways.
Key Responsibilities:
- Providing ongoing care and support to young males aged 11-18 within a structured therapeutic community setting.
- Building positive relationships, modelling appropriate behaviour, and offering guidance and mentorship.
- Managing boundaries and safeguarding, ensuring a safe environment with low incident levels through open communication.
- Engaging in a variety of activities such as helping with homework, cooking, gardening, gaming, and outdoor pursuits to promote well-being and development.
- Collaborating with the wider team, including therapists and education staff, to deliver integrated care and support.
Requirements & Qualifications:
- Good basic English and IT communication skills.
- Over 21 years of age (mandatory).
- A full UK driving licence (essential).
- A resilient, creative, and caring approach with a sense of humour and broad interests.
- Willingness to learn and develop within a specialist practice setting.
- Previous experience in residential childcare is desirable but not essential, as full training will be provided.
Benefits & Work Environment:
- Competitive salary with regular pay reviews.
- Extensive training and career development opportunities, including QCF Level 3 and degree qualifications.
- Employee ownership structure, ensuring staff influence service delivery and share in the benefits.
- Generous pension scheme, annual leave that increases with service, employee assistance programme, and loyalty bonuses.
- Supportive, values-based environment focused on making a positive impact on young people’s lives.
We are an equal opportunities employer, making decisions based on merit.
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