Residential Care Worker
Location: Worksop
Salary: £30,221.88 - £34,405.80 per annum (dependent on experience and hours - 39 or 45 hour contracts available, inclusive of 2 sleep-ins per week)
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
Shifts: Rotational, including weekends, bank holidays, and sleep-ins
I am recruiting on behalf of a well-established provider of care and education for children and young people who have experienced significant challenges in their lives. This organisation is known for delivering holistic, child-centred support that enables young people to grow physically, emotionally, and intellectually.
The Role:
We are seeking a committed and resilient Residential Care Worker to support the social, emotional, and educational development of children and young people in a residential care setting. You will be instrumental in fostering a safe, nurturing, and structured environment where each child can thrive.
Key Responsibilities:
* Provide day-to-day care and emotional support to young people.
* Implement and review individual care and education plans.
* Support the development of social skills, healthy attachments, and positive behaviours.
* Work collaboratively with education staff, therapists, and external professionals.
* Participate in activities, outings, and learning sessions both within the home and the community.
* Maintain accurate records and contribute to care planning and reviews.
* Engage in ongoing professional training, including PMCB (behaviour management).
About You:
* Experience working with children or young people in a residential, education, or similar care setting is preferred.
* A calm, compassionate, and resilient approach to challenging behaviour.
* A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
* Flexibility to work shifts, including weekends and sleep-ins.
* A full UK driving licence is desirable.
What's on Offer:
* Competitive salary with regular reviews.
* Generous sleep-in allowances.
* Full induction and ongoing professional development.
* A supportive team environment with opportunities to progress.
* The chance to make a real and lasting impact in the lives of young people.