Childrens Residential Support Worker
$42,103–$42,881 year
On-site · Nelson, England, United Kingdom or Brierfield, England, United Kingdom
Job Summary
Provide trauma-informed, therapeutic care to children aged 8-18 in a residential setting. Responsibilities include supporting emotional regulation, aiding daily routines and personal development, facilitating education access and engagement, maintaining detailed records, upholding safeguarding standards, and supporting young people with activities and household responsibilities. Role involves 48-hour shifts with paid sleep-ins, onsite work in Nelson/Brierfield, Lancashire, and opportunities for overtime and training; requires driving license and compliance with Safer Recruitment practices. The team-focused position emphasizes building nurturing, trusting relationships and acting as a professional caregiver for youth, with competitive salary and benefits.
Required Qualifications
- UK driving licence
- Right to work in the UK
- A calm, compassionate and resilient approach
- Aged 21 or above
- Full Enhanced Disclosure checks compliance
- Therapeutic, person-centred approach to childcare
Additional Requirements
- Right to work in the UK with no restrictions
- Age 21+
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