Join Our Team as a Residential Childcare Support Worker!
Are you passionate about making a positive impact in the lives of young people? LCS is on the lookout for committed and enthusiastic Residential Childcare Support Workers to join our team in Leeds. This is a fantastic opportunity to work full-time, with a flexible schedule that includes 35 hours per week plus sleep-in shifts.
Salary
Your basic salary starts at £22,367.80, with the potential to earn up to £27,983.80 when including sleep-in shifts.
About Us
At LCS, our vision is to create a positive and lasting difference for young people transitioning from care to independence. We provide not just accommodation, but also the support needed to help them thrive in their educational and personal journeys.
Your Role
As a Support Worker, you will:
* Engage, motivate, and encourage young people in their individual flats or shared houses.
* Ensure a safe, welcoming, and healthy environment for the young people you support.
Key Responsibilities
Your duties will include:
* Offering practical support and guidance in line with individual care plans to help young people develop essential life skills.
* Maintaining positive relationships with young people, staff, and professionals through effective communication.
* Supporting young people in Education, Employment, and Training, including documenting their progress.
* Building community links with educational provisions, sports centers, and youth clubs.
What We’re Looking For
To be successful in this role, you must:
* Be flexible with your availability for shift work, including sleep-in nights, evenings, and weekends.
* Hold a relevant qualification (e.g., Residential Childcare/Families Practitioner Diploma, NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care) or be willing to pursue one.
* Have experience working with attachment and trauma, as well as challenging behavior or mental health issues (desirable).
* Understand the challenges faced by young people in care.
* Possess a full driving license and access to a vehicle (desirable), although good public transport links are available.
* Have intermediate computer skills.
What We Offer
We believe in investing in our team! Here’s what you can expect:
* On-the-job accredited training.
* Opportunities to gain NVQ qualifications.
* Access to accredited online courses and qualifications.
* Regular supervisions to support your growth.
* Pension scheme and employee discount scheme.
* 28 days of annual leave (including bank holidays).
* Travel costs covered above £5 to support your commute.
Join us in making a difference! The successful candidate will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check. LCS is an equal opportunities employer and encourages applications from all qualified candidates.