Position: Residential Childcare Worker Location: Rochdale Salary: £12.21 £13.10 per hour (depending on qualifications and experience) Hours: Full-time (3540 hours per week) including weekends and sleep-ins (£50 per sleep-in)
Overview P4 is currently working with a client who has an exciting opportunity, that has arisen for a compassionate and committed Residential Childcare Worker to join a nurturing and growing childrens care provider in the Rochdalearea. The role offers the chance to make a genuine difference in the lives of vulnerable children and young people aged 10 to 18 who have experienced early-life trauma. The organisation is dedicated to creating a safe, supportive, and enriching environment that encourages growth, healing, and independence.
Key Responsibilities Childcare Provision
Build strong, positive relationships with children and young people to support their emotional, physical, and social development.
Contribute to care plans, attend reviews, and keep Looked After Children (LAC) documentation accurate and up to date.
Provide consistent, trauma-informed care and advocate for childrens needs.
Promote independence by supporting young people with tasks like budgeting, cooking, and personal care.
Encourage engagement in activities and help build positive support networks.
Work in line with regulatory requirements and promote equality, inclusion, and safeguarding at all times.
Staff and Team Support
Support daily management and shift planning, and contribute to team meetings and training.
Guide and mentor junior colleagues while upholding best practices and professional standards.
Ensure effective communication and collaboration with the management team and external professionals.
Home Operations
Contribute to the effective management of resources, including budgets and household safety.
Maintain a clean, secure, and welcoming environment.
Complete health and safety checks and report any maintenance needs or incidents.
Professional Development
Engage in ongoing training and development opportunities.
Take responsibility for personal learning and remain current with childcare legislation and best practices.
Participate in regular supervision and performance reviews.
Candidate Profile Essential Attributes
Experience working with children or young people in residential or therapeutic settings.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Calm, empathetic, and resilient in challenging situations.
Flexible and willing to work a variety of shifts including sleep-ins, weekends, and holidays.
Previous residential childcare, minimum 12 months.
Knowledge of Childrens Homes Regulations 2015, The Children Act, and trauma-informed approaches such as PACE.
Level 3QCF Diploma in Residential Childcare or equivalent (or willingness to work toward qualification).
Full UK driving licence (preferred but not essential)
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