Responsibilities
* Build positive, trauma‑informed relationships with children, families and professionals to advocate for their needs.
* Provide high‑quality physical and emotional care in a safe, supportive environment.
* Help children achieve progress in education, life skills and personal development.
* Contribute to care plans, maintain accurate records, and write reports for families and professionals.
* Ensure safety through risk assessments, safeguarding practices and compliance with policies.
* Engage in ongoing training and professional development to meet legislative and care standards.
Qualifications
* Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or willingness to complete with support).
* Understanding of child development, safeguarding and trauma‑informed care.
* Team player with strong communication and interpersonal skills.
* Emotionally resilient and physically able to meet the demands of the role.
* Able to use IT systems.
Benefits
* Make a difference: Create a nurturing environment where the lives of young people can be transformed.
* Career growth and development: Take the next step in your career and strengthen your skills and expertise. You'll enjoy access to Hampshire County Council's wide range of training and learning development assets, which are known to be outstanding.
* Employee support: Access to Health Assured's comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme to support your physical and mental wellbeing, including 24/7 telephone support, a suite of online resources, and legal and financial advice.
* Competitive benefits package: Including generous annual leave entitlement, occupational sick pay, and access to the Local Government Pension Scheme.
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