Job description: If you value compassion, teamwork, integrity, fun, and hard work, then wed love to hear from you. Were looking for people who bring heart as well as skill people who want to make a real difference, who can laugh as well as listen, and who show up for young people even on the toughest days. Because for the right person, this isnt just a job its a calling. At Lifestyles Residential Services, we believe that every child deserves a safe, stable, and nurturing home especially those whove faced trauma, disruption, or loss. Our staff dont just clock in and out; they show up with heart, purpose, and resilience. The Role Youll be joining our team at our Dungiven home, a large, well-equipped house designed for three young people aged 1217. The work is therapeutic, relational, and guided by the principles of safety, structure and support. What Youll Be Doing Building meaningful, consistent relationships with young people becoming a trusted adult they can rely on. Supporting recovery from trauma by creating safe routines, setting healthy boundaries, and using co-regulation to help manage emotions. Applying your understanding of attachment theory, Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs), and trauma-informed models to guide your daily practice. Contributing to care planning and decision-making alongside your team your voice and insight will help shape the direction of support. Providing calm, compassionate responses during times of crisis, helping young people feel safe, seen, and supported. Collaborating with professionals, families, and our in-house MDT to ensure a joined-up, holistic approach to care. Recording observations and interventions clearly and accurately, in line with safeguarding expectations and regulatory standards. What Youll Need Essential: A recognised Social Work qualification (Degree, DipSW) Registration with NISCC Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle Desirable: Experience working in or alongside residential childrens homes Training in therapeutic or trauma-informed models A passion for relational, restorative and strengths-based practice Confidence navigating multi-agency systems and safeguarding processes