Residential Child Care Specialist

7 days ago

Leeds, Leeds, United Kingdom Brook Street Social Care Full time
Job Description

Role Overview

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Part-time Support Worker to join our team in Children\u2019s Homes in Leeds. As a Residential Child Care Specialist, you will play a crucial role in supporting children and young people to thrive in a safe, caring, and positive environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Support and safeguard children and young people in residential care, helping them to develop, build self-esteem, and contribute positively to their families and society.
  • Act as a key worker, managing care plans, conducting risk assessments, and supporting emotional, physical, and educational needs.
  • Foster strong relationships with children through daily routines, joint activities, and positive behaviour management.
  • Assist with personal care tasks for children with disabilities or complex needs, including bathing, toileting, dressing, and feeding.
  • Collaborate with families, professionals, and external agencies to ensure the best outcomes for the children in your care.
  • Maintain accurate records and ensure all care provided complies with health, safety, and confidentiality standards.

Requirements

  • Essential Qualifications: Level 3 Diploma in Residential Child Care (or equivalent), or willingness to complete this qualification within 2 years.
  • Recent experience working with children or vulnerable adults in a paid or voluntary capacity, especially those with emotional or behavioural challenges.
  • Strong communication skills and the ability to build relationships with children, young people, and a range of professionals.
  • Ability to manage challenging behaviour using restorative approaches and de-escalation techniques.
  • Flexibility to work on a rota basis, including early mornings, late evenings, weekends, and sleep-ins.

What We Offer

  • Support & Development: Ongoing professional development opportunities, including funded qualifications and training.
  • Meaningful Work: Play a crucial role in the lives of children and young people, helping them to feel safe, supported, and empowered.
  • Inclusive Culture: Join a diverse and supportive team that values collaboration and fairness.

This role is subject to an enhanced DBS check. A criminal record will not necessarily prevent you from obtaining this post; decisions are made based on the circumstances of any offence.

  • Residential Child Care Specialist

    7 days ago

    Leeds, Leeds, United Kingdom Brook Street Social Care Full time £26,421 - £28,770

    Support Children and Young People in Residential CareAt Brook Street Social Care, we are committed to providing a safe and nurturing environment for vulnerable children and young people. We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Residential Support Worker to join our team in Children's Homes.About the RoleAs a Residential Support Worker, you will play a...

  • Residential Child Care Practitioner

    4 weeks ago

    Leeds, Leeds, United Kingdom Brook Street Social Care NMR Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Residential Practitioner to join our team in Leeds. As a Residential Practitioner, you will play a vital role in creating a safe and nurturing living environment for children and young people in our care.Key Responsibilities:Develop and maintain positive relationships with children and young people,...

  • Residential Child Care Practitioner

    4 weeks ago

    Leeds, Leeds, United Kingdom Brook Street Social Care NMR Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Residential Practitioner to join our team in Leeds. As a Residential Practitioner, you will play a vital role in creating a safe and nurturing living environment for children and young people in our care.Key Responsibilities:Develop and maintain positive relationships with children and young people,...

  • Residential Child Care Worker

    1 week ago

    Leeds, Leeds, United Kingdom Brook Street Social Care Full time £26,421 - £28,770

    Support Children and Young People in Residential CareAt Brook Street Social Care, we are committed to providing a safe and nurturing environment for children and young people in our care. As a Residential Child Care Worker, you will play a vital role in supporting the emotional, physical, and educational needs of our residents.Key Responsibilities:Support...

  • Residential Child Care Specialist

    2 weeks ago

    Leeds, Leeds, United Kingdom Reed Full time

    Job SummaryWe are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Residential Child Care Specialist to join our team. As a key member of our care team, you will be responsible for providing a safe and supportive living environment for children and young people in our care.Key ResponsibilitiesImplement care plans and conduct risk assessments to ensure the...

  • Residential Child Care Specialist

    1 month ago

    Leeds, Leeds, United Kingdom Leeds City Council Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Residential Practitioner to join our team at Leeds City Council. As a Residential Practitioner, you will play a vital role in supporting the care and well-being of children and young people in our residential settings.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide a safe and nurturing environment for children and young...

  • Residential Child Care Specialist

    1 month ago

    Leeds, Leeds, United Kingdom Leeds City Council Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Residential Practitioner to join our team at Leeds City Council. As a Residential Practitioner, you will play a vital role in supporting the care and well-being of children and young people in our residential settings.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide a safe and nurturing environment for children and young...

  • Residential Child Care Specialist

    4 weeks ago

    Leeds, Leeds, United Kingdom Leeds City Council Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a highly motivated and dedicated Residential Practitioner to join our team at Leeds City Council. As a Residential Practitioner, you will play a vital role in supporting the care and development of children and young people in our residential settings.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide a safe and nurturing environment for children and...

  • Residential Child Care Specialist

    4 weeks ago

    Leeds, Leeds, United Kingdom Leeds City Council Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a highly motivated and dedicated Residential Practitioner to join our team at Leeds City Council. As a Residential Practitioner, you will play a vital role in supporting the care and development of children and young people in our residential settings.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide a safe and nurturing environment for children and...

  • Residential Child Care Worker

    1 month ago

    Leeds, Leeds, United Kingdom TeacherActive Full time

    Job Title: Residential Child Care WorkerWe are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Residential Child Care Worker to join our team at TeacherActive. As a Residential Child Care Worker, you will play a vital role in providing high-quality care and support to young people who are looked after away from home.Key Responsibilities:Provide nurturing care and...

  • Residential Child Care Worker

    1 month ago

    Leeds, Leeds, United Kingdom TeacherActive Full time

    Job Title: Residential Child Care WorkerWe are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Residential Child Care Worker to join our team at TeacherActive. As a Residential Child Care Worker, you will play a vital role in providing high-quality care and support to young people who are looked after away from home.Key Responsibilities:Provide nurturing care and...

  • Residential Child Care Practitioner

    2 weeks ago

    Leeds, Leeds, United Kingdom Brook Street Social Care NMR Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Residential Practitioner to join our team in Leeds. As a key member of our children's home, you will play a vital role in creating a safe and nurturing environment for children and young people.Key Responsibilities:Provide high-quality care and support to children and young people with emotional and...

  • Residential Child Care Practitioner

    2 weeks ago

    Leeds, Leeds, United Kingdom Brook Street Social Care NMR Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Residential Practitioner to join our team in Leeds. As a key member of our children's home, you will play a vital role in creating a safe and nurturing environment for children and young people.Key Responsibilities:Provide high-quality care and support to children and young people with emotional and...

  • Senior Practitioner

    2 months ago

    Leeds, Leeds, United Kingdom Leeds City Council Full time

    Job DescriptionJob Title: Senior Practitioner - Residential Child CareJob Summary:We are seeking an experienced and dedicated Senior Practitioner to lead our residential child care team. As a Senior Practitioner, you will be responsible for providing high-quality care and support to children and young people in our residential settings.Key...

  • Senior Practitioner

    2 months ago

    Leeds, Leeds, United Kingdom Leeds City Council Full time

    Job DescriptionJob Title: Senior Practitioner - Residential Child CareJob Summary:We are seeking an experienced and dedicated Senior Practitioner to lead our residential child care team. As a Senior Practitioner, you will be responsible for providing high-quality care and support to children and young people in our residential settings.Key...

  • Residential Child Care Practitioner

    3 weeks ago

    Leeds, Leeds, United Kingdom Brook Street Social Care NMR Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Residential Practitioner to join our team in one of our children's homes in Leeds. As a key member of our team, you will play a vital role in creating a safe and nurturing living environment for children and young people with emotional and behavioral challenges.Key Responsibilities:Develop and...

  • Residential Child Care Practitioner

    3 weeks ago

    Leeds, Leeds, United Kingdom Brook Street Social Care NMR Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Residential Practitioner to join our team in one of our children's homes in Leeds. As a key member of our team, you will play a vital role in creating a safe and nurturing living environment for children and young people with emotional and behavioral challenges.Key Responsibilities:Develop and...

  • Residential Child Care Specialist

    2 weeks ago

    Leeds, Leeds, United Kingdom Leeds City Council Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Residential Practitioner to join our team at Leeds City Council. As a key member of our children's services, you will play a vital role in supporting the development and well-being of children and young people in our care.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide a safe, nurturing, and stimulating living...

  • Residential Child Care Practitioner

    4 weeks ago

    Leeds, Leeds, United Kingdom Brook Street Social Care NMR Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Residential Practitioner to join our team in one of our children's homes in Leeds. As a key member of our team, you will play a vital role in creating a safe and nurturing living environment for children and young people with emotional and behavioural challenges.Key Responsibilities:Develop and...

  • Residential Child Care Practitioner

    4 weeks ago

    Leeds, Leeds, United Kingdom Brook Street Social Care NMR Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Residential Practitioner to join our team in one of our children's homes in Leeds. As a key member of our team, you will play a vital role in creating a safe and nurturing living environment for children and young people with emotional and behavioural challenges.Key Responsibilities:Develop and...