Casual Trauma-Informed Residential Care Worker

Reading Borough Council; Reading; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Reading Borough Council is launching three new children’s homes in 2026 to provide safe, nurturing, therapeutic care for 11–17-year-olds. Join a team committed to stability, connection and trusted adults, with start dates from May 2026 and on-site shifts.

We value compassion, resilience and a child‑centred approach, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds and supporting the Level 3 Diploma. Roles are casual, part-time on-site and integral to family and community involvement.

Qualifications

• Values and child-centered approach essential.
• Willing to complete Level 3 Diploma.
• Hold driving licence and able to drive the home’s vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Build strong, trusting relationships with children.
• Provide trauma-informed, nurturing and consistent care.
• Keywork children, supporting independence and routines.
• Encourage education, activities and hobbies.
• Keep care plans, risk assessments and records up to date.
• Work with families, social workers and schools.
• Support children through changes and big emotions.
• Work on a rota including evenings, weekends and nights.

Skills

Child-focused

Kind

Reliable

Calm under pressure

Great communication

Willing to learn

Flexible

Driving licence

Team player

Weekend/night shifts

Education

Level 3 Diploma

Job description

Reading Borough Council is launching three new children’s homes in 2026 to provide safe, nurturing, therapeutic care for 11–17-year-olds. Join a team committed to stability, connection and trusted adults, with start dates from May 2026 and on-site shifts.

We value compassion, resilience and a child‑centred approach, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds and supporting the Level 3 Diploma. Roles are casual, part-time on-site and integral to family and community involvement.