Residential Childcare Support Worker
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Full Time / Permanent
Unqualified Rate: £14 per hour (plus sleep-ins) Qualified Rate (Level 3/4): £15 per hour (plus sleep-ins) Sleep-In Payment: £65 per night
Location: Bournemouth Hours: Shift pattern on rotation
Who are we?
We are a local residential care provider offering high-quality support to children and young people with emotional and behavioural difficulties, as well as social and emotional mental health needs. Many of the young people we support have experienced adverse childhood experiences, and our aim is to provide a stable, nurturing home environment where they can feel safe, valued, and supported.
Our team works collaboratively to deliver flexible, individualised care packages that help young people develop confidence, life skills, and independence. All staff receive training in developmental trauma and therapeutic approaches to ensure the highest standard of care.
Main Duties and Requirements
Experience working with children or young people and an understanding of the challenges faced by those in care
Flexibility to work 7 x 24-hour shifts (including sleep-ins) over a 3-week rotation (09:00am - 09:30am next day)
Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people
Ability to build positive, trusting relationships
Strong teamwork skills and willingness to follow guidance
Encouraging young people's individual interests and personal development
Hold (or be willing to work towards) a Level 3 Residential Childcare qualification and progress to Level 4
Full UK driving licence and access to a car
Excellent communication and listening skills
Willingness to learn and engage in ongoing training
Enhanced DBS check required (paid for by the organisation)
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Benefits
£65 per night sleep-in allowance
Up to 6 weeks' holiday per year
All meals provided while on duty
Company pension scheme
Access to employee discount schemes
Wellbeing support programmes
Comprehensive induction and ongoing CPD
Clear progression and promotion opportunities
Monthly clinical and professional supervision, plus access to therapeutic support
How to Apply
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