Residential Child Care Worker – Waiting List Recruitment (Dromore)
Is This You?
Do you see a difficult child — or a child in difficulty?
At Lifestyles, we believe the difference lies in perspective — and in the people who care enough to look deeper.
If you value compassion, teamwork, integrity, fun, and hard work, we’d love to hear from you. We’re looking for people who bring heart as well as skill — people who want to make a real difference, who can laugh as well as listen, and who show up for young people even on the toughest days.
For the right person, this isn’t just a job — it’s a calling.
About Lifestyles Residential Services
We believe every child deserves a safe, stable, and nurturing home — especially those who have experienced trauma, loss or disruption. Our team doesn’t just clock in and out; they show up with purpose and resilience.
The Role
You’ll be joining our team in Dromore - Co. Down, within a large, well-equipped home designed for two young people aged 6–12. The work is therapeutic, relational and grounded in safety, structure, and support.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Building meaningful, consistent relationships with young people — becoming a safe and trusted adult in their world.
- Supporting recovery from trauma through safe routines, healthy boundaries, and co-regulation.
- Applying knowledge of attachment, ACEs and trauma-informed practice in day-to-day interactions.
- Contributing your insight and observations to care planning and team decision-making.
- Providing calm, compassionate support during times of crisis, ensuring young people feel safe and understood.
- Working collaboratively with families, professionals, and our in-house MDT to deliver holistic support.
- Completing high-quality, accurate recording in line with safeguarding expectations and regulatory standards.
What You’ll NeedEssential
- Level 3 qualification in Health & Social Care, Youth Work or a related field
- Minimum 1 year experience working within the Health and Social Care sector
- NISCC registration (or ability to register prior to starting)
- Full UK driving licence
Desirable
- Training in therapeutic or trauma-informed approaches
- Degree in Social Work, Youth Work, Psychology or related field
- Residential childcare experience
- Ability to lead shifts confidently and support colleagues
Terms & Benefits
- Salary: £28,500–£32,000 (DOE & qualifications)
- Hours: 38 hours per week
- Location: Dromore
- Contract: Permanent
Benefits
- Comprehensive induction and ongoing training
- Regular reflective practice sessions
- Professional development & CPD opportunities
- Company pension
- Private Health Care Scheme
- Free on-site parking
Join Our 12-Month Waiting List
If the timing isn’t quite right — or if there are no current vacancies — you can still express your interest.
We are building a 12-month waiting list for future roles in Dromore and the surrounding area.
Submit your application now, and we’ll contact you as positions become available.
Lifestyles adheres to the Access NI Code of Practice. An Enhanced Access NI disclosure is required for this post. Having a criminal record will not automatically bar you from employment. Our Ex-Offenders' Recruitment Policy and Secure Handling of Disclosure Information Policy are available upon request.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £28,500.00-£32,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company pension
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Referral programme
Application question(s):
- Do you gave a valid UK Driving Licence
Education:
- Certificate of Higher Education (required)
Experience:
- Residential: 1 year (required)
Work Location: In person
