Childrens Residential Care Worker

2 weeks ago


Essex, United Kingdom CareTech Group Full time

NO SPONSORSHIP / SPONSORSHIP SWAPS AVAILIBLE

  • Salary: £11.92 - £12.54 per hour  
  • £30 sleep in payment per mandatory sleep in shift
  • Plus, an additional overtime pay of 1.2x your hourly rate.
  • Hours: 40 hours per week on a rotational basis (rota provided 4 weeks in advance)
  • Shift Patterns: 2 – 3 shifts per week (Typical shift pattern is 2 on 4 off. 08:00am until 11:00pm – with sleep in)

Are you a dedicated, compassionate person looking for an exciting new career within Residential Care? Are you a caring individual with a genuine desire to make a positive impact on the lives of children and young people?  Are you wanting to join a supportive team in a career you can grow in? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you

We are looking for Residential Care workers to join our home within Bedford who can establish meaningful relationships creating a positive, warm, and rewarding environment. We need somebody who can provide a supportive role in the lives of young people, able to give advice, assistance and support in order to help empower young them in addressing past and present difficulties.

The nature of the work is dynamic and diverse, with each day presenting new and unique tasks – no two days are the same    From organising activities to 1:1 support to attending off site activities there is no telling what each day would bring.  As a Residential Care Worker, you'll need to be adaptable, flexible and a pro at reading situations to guide our young people towards making positive choices.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Providing emotional support during challenging times
  • Fostering ambition in young people, assisting them in achieving their goals and maximising their potential
  • Offering support in the educational pursuits of young individuals
  • Maintaining accurate records and preparing written reports for planning meetings, reviews or any other meetings as directed by the line manager.
  • Empowering young people to actively participate in decision-making about their lives and future
  • Acting as an advocate in meetings where the young person is the subject of discussion
  • Encouraging community engagement, attending off-site activities, and expanding their personal social networks
  • Meeting the needs of children and young people, organising social activities and maintaining the home (laundry, cooking, cleaning shopping etc.)

Qualifications/Experience/Requirements:

  • Minimum age requirement: 21 years old
  • Full UK driving license preferable
  • No prior experience necessary, only a commitment and passion for working with young people
  • Attendance at a 2-week training program required
  • Must have availability for sleep-in shifts

Benefits:

  • £30 additional payment per sleep-in shift
  • Enhanced DBS covered
  • Comprehensive induction and training provided
  • 2-3 shifts per week for an excellent work/life balance
  • Rota provided 4 weeks in advance

If you are enthusiastic about making a difference in the lives of young people, we invite you to join our dedicated team. Apply now and embark on a fulfilling career jour



  • Essex, United Kingdom Halcyon Health & Social Care Full time

    Temp - Children’s Residential Support Worker based in Essex.  £12.86 - £14.53 per hour based on experience. Plus excellent sleep in rates. Halcyon Care provide the highest quality Temporary and Permanent candidates in these specialist sectors: Learning Disabilities, Children’s Services, Mental Health, Domiciliary Care, Nursing, Supported Living,...


  • Essex, United Kingdom CareTech Group Full time

    Salary: £11.92 - £12.54 per hour   £30 sleep in payment per mandatory sleep in shift Plus, an additional overtime pay of 1.2x your hourly rate. Hours: 40 hours per week on a rotational basis (rota provided 4 weeks in advance) Shift Patterns: 2 – 3 shifts per week (Typical shift pattern is 2 on 4 off. 08:00am until 11:00pm – with sleep in)Are you a...


  • Uttlesford, Essex, United Kingdom CareTech UK Full time €12 - €13

    Salary: £11.92 - £12.54 per hour £30 sleep in payment per mandatory sleep in shift Plus, an additional overtime pay of 1.2x your hourly rate. Hours: 40 hours per week on a rotational basis (rota provided 4 weeks in advance) Shift Patterns: 2 – 3 shifts per week (Typical shift pattern is 2 on 4 off. 08:00am until 11:00pm – with sleep in)Are you a...


  • Uttlesford, Essex, United Kingdom CareTech UK Full time €12 - €13

    Salary: £11.92 - £12.54 per hour £30 sleep in payment per mandatory sleep in shift Plus, an additional overtime pay of 1.2x your hourly rate. Hours: 40 hours per week on a rotational basis (rota provided 4 weeks in advance) Shift Patterns: 2 – 3 shifts per week (Typical shift pattern is 2 on 4 off. 08:00am until 11:00pm – with sleep in)Are you a...


  • Colchester, Essex, United Kingdom CareTech UK Full time €12 - €13

    Salary: £11.92 - £12.54 per hour £30 sleep in payment per mandatory sleep in shift Plus, an additional overtime pay of 1.2x your hourly rate. Hours: 40 hours per week on a rotational basis (rota provided 4 weeks in advance) Shift Patterns: 2 – 3 shifts per week (Typical shift pattern is 2 on 4 off. 08:00am until 11:00pm – with sleep in)Are you a...


  • Colchester, Essex, United Kingdom Gap Healthcare Full time

    Children's Residential Support Worker Tiptree, Essex Starting salary £24.000+sleep ins (£50 per sleep-in) Permanent Role gap healthcare is currently recruiting on behalf of their client a dedicated Residential Children’s Support Worker. Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and young adults? Do you have the resilience,...


  • Colchester, Essex, United Kingdom Gap Healthcare Full time

    Children's Residential Support Worker Tiptree, Essex Starting salary £24.000+sleep ins (£50 per sleep-in) Permanent Role gap healthcare is currently recruiting on behalf of their client a dedicated Residential Children’s Support Worker. Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and young adults? Do you have the resilience,...


  • Colchester, Essex, United Kingdom Gap Healthcare Full time

    Children's Residential Support Worker Permanent Role gap healthcare is currently recruiting on behalf of their client a dedicated Residential Children’s Support Worker. Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and young adults? Do you have the resilience, empathy and skills to support children with mental health needs and...


  • Colchester, Essex, United Kingdom Gap Healthcare Full time

    Children's Residential Support Worker Permanent Role gap healthcare is currently recruiting on behalf of their client a dedicated Residential Children’s Support Worker. Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and young adults? Do you have the resilience, empathy and skills to support children with mental health needs and...

  • Support Worker

    3 days ago


    Essex, United Kingdom Tradewind Social Care Full time

    Tradewind Social Care are looking for experienced support workers to work in Waltham Abbey, Postcode EN9. You must be a car driver or able to travel to and from Waltham Abbey easily via public transport. **Purpose of the role**: To provide high quality, person-centred care to Children and Young People often involving an understanding of a broad range of...


  • Colchester, Essex, United Kingdom Leader Group Full time

    Senior Residential Support Worker Hours: 40 Hrs / Week and Sleep Ins Want to work in a children's home that makes a positive, lasting difference to children's lives? If the answer to all the above is "yes", then a Senior Residential Support Worker role with our clients could be perfect for you. Our clients are passionate about providing the highest...


  • Colchester, Essex, United Kingdom Leader Group Full time

    Senior Residential Support Worker Hours: 40 Hrs / Week and Sleep Ins Want to work in a children's home that makes a positive, lasting difference to children's lives? If the answer to all the above is "yes", then a Senior Residential Support Worker role with our clients could be perfect for you. Our clients are passionate about providing the highest...


  • Chelmsford, Essex, United Kingdom Atrium Recruitment Ltd Full time €27,491

    Atrium Healthcare is recruiting on behalf of a client for Senior Residential Children's Support Worker. The main purpose of the role is to assist the management team to support, direct and utilise staff and resources on-shift in order to ensure that the home achieves its strategic aims. This role plays a key part in maintaining relationships not only with...


  • Chelmsford, Essex, United Kingdom Atrium Recruitment Ltd Full time €27,491

    Atrium Healthcare is recruiting on behalf of a client for Senior Residential Children's Support Worker. The main purpose of the role is to assist the management team to support, direct and utilise staff and resources on-shift in order to ensure that the home achieves its strategic aims. This role plays a key part in maintaining relationships not only with...


  • Chelmsford, Essex, United Kingdom Atrium Recruitment Ltd Full time €27,491

    Atrium Healthcare is recruiting on behalf of a client for Senior Residential Children's Support Worker. The main purpose of the role is to assist the management team to support, direct and utilise staff and resources on-shift in order to ensure that the home achieves its strategic aims. This role plays a key part in maintaining relationships not only with...


  • Chelmsford, Essex, United Kingdom Atrium Recruitment Ltd Full time €27,491

    Atrium Healthcare is recruiting on behalf of a client for Senior Residential Children's Support Worker. The main purpose of the role is to assist the management team to support, direct and utilise staff and resources on-shift in order to ensure that the home achieves its strategic aims. This role plays a key part in maintaining relationships not only with...


  • Basildon, Essex, United Kingdom ENS Recruitment Full time

    Experienced full time permanent Support Workers required to work for a children's residential service based in Basildon, Essex. As a Children's Support Worker you will provide advice, assistance and support to children aged 5 to 17 yrs. To act as an appropriate role model and to work closely with the young people to enable them to address their difficulties...


  • Basildon, Essex, United Kingdom ENS Recruitment Full time

    Experienced full time permanent Support Workers required to work for a children's residential service based in Basildon, Essex. As a Children's Support Worker you will provide advice, assistance and support to children aged 5 to 17 yrs. To act as an appropriate role model and to work closely with the young people to enable them to address their difficulties...

  • Social Worker

    4 days ago


    Southend-on-Sea, Essex, United Kingdom Ackerman Pierce Ltd Full time €36,648 - €42,403

    7000 retention bonus after 3 years in post Are you a dedicated and compassionate Qualified Social Worker looking for an exciting opportunity to make a difference in the lives of children? As a Qualified Social Worker in our Assessment and Intervention Team, you will play a pivotal role in providing essential support and guidance to children in care,...

  • Social Worker

    4 days ago


    Southend-on-Sea, Essex, United Kingdom Ackerman Pierce Ltd Full time €36,648 - €42,403

    7000 retention bonus after 3 years in post Are you a dedicated and compassionate Qualified Social Worker looking for an exciting opportunity to make a difference in the lives of children? As a Qualified Social Worker in our Assessment and Intervention Team, you will play a pivotal role in providing essential support and guidance to children in care,...