Job description

Residential Care Worker
Children and Young People
Social, Emotional and Mental Health
4 Bed Residential Home
Calderdale
Full Time - Permanent - 52 weeks per year
£31,022 - £33,699 (Plus Sleep allowance £4484 per year, 2 Sleeps Per week)

Make a Real Difference in Young People's Lives

We are seeking compassionate, resilient and dedicated Residential Care Workers to join a therapeutic children's residential service supporting boys aged 5-17 with complex Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.

This is an opportunity to be part of a nurturing and supportive environment where relationships, understanding and trauma-informed care are at the heart of everything we do.

Working within a therapeutic model based on PACE (Playfulness, Acceptance, Curiosity and Empathy), you will help children develop emotional resilience, positive relationships and the confidence to build brighter futures.

The Role

As a Residential Care Worker, you will provide therapeutic, child-centred support within a residential setting, helping young people feel safe, valued and able to thrive.

You will:

Build positive, trusting relationships with children and young people
Support daily routines including education, appointments, activities and personal care
Promote emotional wellbeing, independence and resilience
Act as a positive role model and advocate for children's voices and rights
Follow individual care plans and behaviour support strategies
Work collaboratively with families, social workers and safeguarding partners
Maintain accurate records and contribute to care planning and reviews

The role involves shift work including evenings, weekends and sleep-ins.

What We're Looking For

We are looking for individuals who are passionate about supporting children who have experienced trauma and who are committed to helping them reach their full potential.

Essential:

Experience working with children or young people in a care, education or similar setting
A compassionate and patient approach with strong emotional resilience
Ability to build positive relationships and maintain professional boundaries
Good communication and report-writing skills
Willingness to undertake training and professional development
Ability to work flexible shifts including sleep-ins

Desirable:

NVQ Level 3 in Children & Young People's Workforce or Health & Social Care (or willingness to work towards)
Knowledge of SEMH needs and trauma-informed practice
Understanding of safeguarding and residential childcare regulations
Full UK driving licence

What You'll Receive

Salary:

Trainee Residential Care Worker: £30,024 - £30,518
Residential Care Worker: £31,022 - £33,699

Staff wellbeing and development are at the centre of the organisation's culture, with a strong focus on professional growth and work-life balance.

Benefits include:

Comprehensive induction and onboarding programme
Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
Reflective supervision and mentoring
Health and wellbeing support including counselling and therapy access
Life assurance scheme
Pension scheme with employer contributions
Free onsite parking
Staff meals provided
Retail, lifestyle and travel discounts
Cycle to work scheme
Wellbeing activities and dedicated wellbeing time
Staff recognition events and celebrations

Safeguarding

This organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to a safer recruitment process including references, enhanced DBS checks and online searches in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance

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