Purpose of the Role The Therapeutic Residential Childcare Worker (TRCW) is responsible for providing high-quality, consistent care to children and young people living in a therapeutic residential environment. The role involves supporting children with emotional and behavioural difficulties (EBD) and trauma and attachment needs to heal, grow, and achieve positive outcomes. During school hours, TRCWs support the children in the onsite education provision, The Annex School, acting as Learning Support Assistants (LSAs) to ensure a seamless link between education and care, promoting stability, engagement, and emotional safety throughout the day. This dual role is central to J&R Cares therapeutic, relational, and trauma-informed approach, ensuring that every interaction with a young person contributes to their recovery and development. Key Responsibilities 1. Direct Care and Support Build trusting, safe relationships with young people based on empathy, consistency, and respect. Support children with daily routines including meals and activities. Use therapeutic approaches to respond to behaviour in a calm, reflective, and restorative way. Act as a key worker, ensuring each childs care plan and placement objectives are implemented. Promote independence, emotional regulation, and resilience 2. Therapeutic Practice Embed trauma-informed, attachment-based care in all interactions. Work closely with the in-house psychotherapist and wider therapeutic teams. Participate in reflective practice sessions and therapeutic debriefs. Understand and apply therapeutic strategies to support emotional recovery and self-esteem. 3. Educational Support (The Annex School) Attend school sessions during term time, acting as a Learning Support Assistant (LSA). Support teachers in delivering lessons, managing behaviour, and encouraging engagement. Help children regulate emotions in the classroom and support transitions between school and home. Provide 1:1 support when required, reinforcing learning and social development. Work collaboratively with education staff to ensure consistent approaches between home and school. 4. Safeguarding and Professional Conduct Maintain the highest standards of safeguarding, reporting all concerns immediately. Follow J&R Cares safeguarding, behaviour management, and whistleblowing procedures. Ensure all work aligns with the Childrens Homes Regulations 2015 and Quality Standards. Uphold professional boundaries and confidentiality at all times. 5. Recording, Reporting & Communication Keep accurate and detailed records of daily care, incidents, and progress. Contribute to reports, risk assessments, and reviews as required. Communicate effectively with colleagues, managers, social workers, and families. Ensure information is shared appropriately between residential and school teams. 6. Teamwork & Development Participate fully in staff meetings, supervision, and training. Contribute ideas for improving the quality of care and education provided. Support new or less experienced staff as a positive role model. Reflect on practice and demonstrate a commitment to continuous learning.