Residential Care Worker Directorate: Children and Family Services Section: Children’s Social Care Location: Stoke We are looking for dedicated and compassionate Residential Care Workers to join our Small Group Homes and Woodview services within Children’s Social Care. This is an exciting opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of looked-after young people by delivering bespoke, high-quality care that achieves the best possible outcomes. The Role As a Residential Care Worker, you will play a key role in providing a safe, nurturing, and supportive environment for young people. You will work closely with colleagues, families, and professionals to promote positive relationships, independence, and personal development. This includes: Providing day-to-day care and support in line with care and placement plans. Acting as a positive role model, using restorative and relationship-based practice. Supporting children both in the home and in the community, including outreach and family work. Encouraging educational, social, and emotional development, while advocating for full-time education or training. Promoting health, wellbeing, and independent living skills to prepare young people for the future. Maintaining accurate records, safeguarding young people, and ensuring all policies and regulations are followed. Contributing to team development, training, and continuous improvement.This role requires working on a fle...