Residential Child Care Worker, Claremont House, Edge of Care Residential Home Grade/Salary: Grade 5 (SCP 17 – 22) £31,022 - £36,363 per annum plus 10% shift allowance Permanent | Full-time | 8-week rota including evenings, weekends & sleep-ins (£43.12. per sleep-in) Location: Claremont House Closing date: 27 April, 2026 Interview Date: 7 May, 2026 Join our Team Together for Children Sunderland is on a transformative journey to make a real difference in the lives of children and young people in Sunderland. We are an outstanding Ofsted-rated Children’s service, if you’re committed to helping children, families, and our community thrive and have the skills to support our mission, we would love to hear from you. You can learn more about us here: Together for Children. About the role Claremont House is our Edge of Care residential home where children and young people can stay for up to 12 weeks The aim of our service is to allow for work to be undertaken holistically with the family to help repair relationships and reduce risk so children and young people can return to their main care givers thus reducing the need for them to become cared for long term. If you believe every child deserves love, care, and the chance to thrive, then we want to hear from you. Join us in creating a home where children feel safe, valued, and supported as they navigate life’s challenges. We’re looking for someone who is: Warm, compassionate, patient and resilient Able to remain calm under pressure and respond to challenging behaviour safely and professionally A positive role model with genuine enthusiasm for supporting young people Willing to learn and committed to personal development Reliable, flexible and a strong team player This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check from the Disclosure and Barring Service. We will also carry out an online internet search for information that is publicly available online that might suggest that you are not fit to work with children or young people. We want you to apply if you are: Well-trained and enthusiastic Compassionate and resilient Committed to making a real difference Key Responsibilities Act as a link worker for an identified child Build trusting, nurturing relationships with children and young people Support children with emotional regulation, communication, and daily routines Work within behaviour support plans and therapeutic approaches Promote independence, confidence and positive life experiences Work collaboratively with the wider care team, social workers, families and external professionals Maintain a safe, structured, and warm home environment Participate in activities, outings and community engagement Complete accurate and timely records and reports Please contact andrea.dowd@togetherforchildren.org.uk for an informal discussion. Why work with us? Make a difference: Our work matters. The work we do is incredibly rewarding. Join us and make a difference in the lives of our children, families, and community. Inclusion: Thrive in our diverse and inclusive culture and be part of our employee networks, including Accessibility, LGBTQ, Racial Equality, Armed Forces and Menopause. Work-Life Balance: We offer a hybrid model of working with agile and flexible working arrangements, including part-time opportunities, flexible hours, and the possibility of remote work arrangements. Professional Development: Advance your career with our comprehensive induction, supervision, peer support, and supportive environment. Be part of a happier, healthier workforce: Benefit from our wide range of wellbeing activities and employee assistance programmes. Attractive Salary, Benefits and Rewards: for additional information please follow this link Together for Children Benefits and rewards What our team think: About UsWe value diversity and strongly encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including but not limited to various ages, disabilities, neurodiverse individuals, gender identities, sexual orientations, religions, beliefs, races, and ethnicities. We aim for our team to reflect the diversity of the communities we serve. We are committed to making our application process accessible to everyone. Please reach out to our EDI Lead EDI@togetherforchildren.org.uk or peoplesupport@togetherforchildren.org.uk so we can discuss any adjustments or support we can provide during the recruitment process or within the workplace. We operate a guaranteed interview scheme for applicants who can show they meet all the essential criteria and have indicated they have a disability, are a looked-after young person, are care experienced, or are a veteran. Are you ready to make a difference?