Residential Childcare Worker
Grade 5 £31,022–£33,699 per annum + 10% shift allowance
8-week rota including evenings, weekends & sleep‑ins (£40.78 per sleep‑in)
Contract Type: Permanent
Location: Maple Cottage Childrens Home
Closing date: 18.01.26
Interview Date: 27.01.26
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, and if you’re committed to helping children, families, and our community thrive, we would love to hear from you. You can learn more about us here: Together for Children.
About the role
As a Residential Child Care Worker, you’re joining a committed and experienced team within one of our Children’s Homes at Maple Cottage. Every day, you play a vital role in creating a safe, stable and supportive environment where young people can grow, feel understood and develop confidence in their future. You bring empathy, patience and professionalism to help young people feel valued and supported through their individual journeys.
Children’s Homes can be both challenging and rewarding places to work. Your resilience, motivation and creativity make a real difference—especially during moments when young people need guidance, reassurance or consistency. In this role, you’re contributing directly to their wellbeing, their development and their ability to trust the people around them. What you do each day matters, because it shapes positive experiences and helps create opportunities for young people to thrive.
The role requires shift working 365 days per year, evenings, weekends, bank holidays and sleep‑ins.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check from the Disclosure and Barring Service.
We want you to apply if you:
* Have experience working with children or young people in a supportive, caring or educational setting (paid or voluntary).
* Can stay calm, patient and focused during challenging situations.
* Communicate clearly and respectfully, and can build positive relationships with young people and colleagues.
* Are willing to work shifts, including evenings, weekends, bank holidays and sleep‑ins, as part of a supportive team.
* Are committed to safeguarding and promoting the wellbeing of children and young people.
* Are open to learning, reflective practice and developing your skills through training.
For an informal discussion please contact Nicole Hodgson on 0191 9052712.
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 arrangements, including part‑time opportunities, flexible hours, and the possibility of remote work.
* Professional Development: Advance your career with our comprehensive induction, supervision, peer support and supportive environment.
* Health and wellbeing: Benefit from our wide range of wellbeing activities and employee assistance programmes.
* Attractive Salary, Benefits and Rewards: For additional information please follow this link 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 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 to 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? Go to North East Jobs – Together for Children – Sunderland, and complete our online application form.
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