Residential Childcare Support Worker

3 weeks ago

Bournemouth, United Kingdom Talent Finder Jobs Full time

Residential Childcare Support Worker | Bournemouth and surrounding areas | Full and Part-time| 37 or 16 hours per week with potential for additional overtime | Rostered Sleep-in shifts required for full-time | £11.55 per hour, increasing to £12.12 post-probation with relevant NVQ certification

Beaufort Care Group is a leading provider of residential childcare services for looked-after children aged 8-16, based in Bournemouth and surrounding areas. Our established and reputable children’s homes all have a cosy ‘family feel’ and are dedicated to offering high-quality care, ensuring each child's individual needs are met in a nurturing and supportive environment.

As a Residential Childcare Support Worker, you will take on a vital role in our children's lives, working as part of a team and acting as a trusted parental figure.

This role is perfect for those passionate about making a difference in children’s welfare and committed to providing exceptional residential care.

Are you the right person for the job?

  • A valid UK driving licence, proximity to Bournemouth, Ferndown, Ringwood and a willingness to pursue relevant qualifications such as NVQ Level 4 in Children, Young People & Families Practitioner
  • Dedicated to child safeguarding
  • Effective communicator with a passion for working with children
  • Resilient and patient, capable of handling challenging behaviours
  • Proactive and creative in activity planning
  • Capable of practical ‘life skills’ including cooking, cleaning and good home management
  • Empathetic and detail-oriented, ensuring that every child’s needs are met and documented

What will your role look like?

  • Building strong, positive relationships with children
  • Supporting their educational development
  • Planning and executing engaging and fun activities
  • Ensuring a structured and safe home environment
  • Updating and maintaining care plans

What can you expect in return?

  • Competitive Pay: Starting at £11.55 per hour, with potential to increase upon successful qualification, plus sleep-in payments at £55 per shift and over-time rates
  • Employee Benefits: 5.6 weeks holiday (pro-rata), £500 joining bonus (T&Cs apply), Blue Light Card, free DBS, referral bonuses, and company events
  • Professional Development: Comprehensive, fully paid induction, continuous training, and opportunities for career advancement in the childcare industry
  • Our HEART values—Honesty, Excellence, Accountability, Respect, and Teamwork—form the foundation of our approach. Additionally, we operate under the guidance and regulation of Ofsted, ensuring that our standards align with the highest expectations.

We will begin by shortlisting candidates for a telephone screening. If selected for an in-person interview, you will be required to complete a comprehensive application process. This will include providing your full career history since leaving full-time education, along with any employment gaps and their reasons, in compliance with Ofsted regulatory requirements.

Beaufort Care Group is fully committed to safeguarding children and promoting equal opportunities. Candidates will be subject to a thorough application and recruitment process, with successful applicants undergoing robust background checks including Police and Safeguarding enquiries to ensure the safety and well-being of the children in our care.

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