Residential Child Care Specialist

4 days ago


Ormskirk, Lancashire, United Kingdom Exceptional Care Full time
About the Role

We are seeking dedicated individuals to support young people in our Residential setting, providing a safe and nurturing environment that promotes their physical, emotional, and psychological well-being.

The ideal candidate will have a passion for working with vulnerable children and young people, possessing excellent communication skills and a non-judgmental approach. Experience in a similar setting is essential, as well as the ability to work effectively within a team.

This role offers a unique opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of children and young people, helping them to overcome challenges and achieve their full potential.

Key Responsibilities:

  • To provide high-quality care and support to young people in a Residential setting
  • To develop and maintain positive relationships with children and young people, fostering trust and promoting their emotional well-being
  • To work collaboratively with colleagues to create a stable and supportive environment, ensuring each young person's needs are met

Benefits:

  • Comprehensive induction training through our sister company Think Tank Academy
  • Opportunities for career development and progression
  • A competitive salary of £11.90 per hour, plus £60 sleep-in rate (2on 4off shift pattern)
  • Additional benefits include Employee Assistance Programme, Outstanding Service Employee of the Year award, Employee of the Month award, and more

Required Skills and Qualifications:

  • Level 3 or 4 Children and Young People's Workforce qualification or equivalent
  • At least 1 year's experience supporting young people in a Residential setting
  • Full UK Manual Driving Licence (preferred)

About Us:

Exceptional Care is a therapeutic children's service providing care and support to children and young people aged 8-17 from complex backgrounds who display challenging behaviour and EBD. We believe that consistency in care is paramount to these young people, and we're committed to developing and maintaining good communicative relationships with them.

We use a systemic therapeutic approach to support the nurture and care of our children, rooted in attachment theory and trauma-informed approaches. Our aim is to identify, understand, and meet the individual needs of each child, promoting their overall well-being and happiness.



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