Overview:
We are seeking compassionate, resilient, and dedicated individuals to join our team as Children’s Residential Care Workers. You will play a vital role in supporting children and young people in residential care, helping them feel safe, valued, and empowered to achieve their potential.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide day-to-day care, supervision, and emotional support for children and young people in the home.
- Create a nurturing, safe, and structured environment that promotes positive routines and wellbeing.
- Support young people in developing life skills, independence, and confidence.
- Assist with education, leisure, and recreational activities, encouraging engagement and participation.
- Build positive, trusting relationships with children, acting as a role model and advocate.
- Manage challenging behaviour calmly and appropriately, using de-escalation techniques where necessary.
- Ensure safeguarding procedures are always followed to protect the welfare of children.
- Work collaboratively with colleagues, social workers, healthcare professionals, and families to provide consistent support.
- Maintain accurate records, reports, and documentation in line with regulatory and organisational requirements.
- Participate in training, supervision, and ongoing professional development.
Requirements:
- Previous experience working with children or young people (residential care experience desirable but not essential).
- Understanding of safeguarding, child protection, and trauma-informed care.
- Strong communication, resilience, and teamwork skills.
- Ability to remain calm under pressure and manage challenging situations.
- Flexibility to work shifts, including evenings, weekends, and sleep-ins.
- Relevant qualifications in Health & Social Care (desirable, or willingness to work towards).
What We Offer:
- Comprehensive training and ongoing professional development.
- Supportive team environment with opportunities for career progression.
- Competitive salary with additional allowances for sleep-ins and overtime.
- The chance to make a real difference in the lives of children and young people.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £12.71-£12.91 per hour
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company pension
- Free parking
- Health & wellbeing programme
- On-site parking
- Referral programme
Application question(s):
- Are you willing to do sleeps as part of the role?
Experience:
- working with children: 1 year (required)
Licence/Certification:
- DBS (preferred)
- Full UK Driver's License (preferred)
- NVQ Level 3 (preferred)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
