Child Care support worker(Home Care) - Stoke on Trent

Rainbow Care Solutions; Cannock; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Rainbow Care Solutions in Cannock is seeking dedicated Home Carers to provide high-quality care and supervision to children and young people in their own homes, promoting safety, wellbeing and development.

You will work with families, help with daily living activities, education access and community engagement, while maintaining safeguarding practices and documenting outcomes. Fully funded NVQ training supports career progression into supervision and management roles.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children and young people in care, education, or support settings.
• Understanding of safeguarding procedures and child protection basics.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills for working with families, professionals and children.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team; reliable and organised.

Responsibilities

• Provide person-centred care and support tailored to the child's individual needs.
• Assist with daily living activities, including personal care and light household tasks.
• Support children to access education, health appointments and community activities.
• Promote independence, confidence and life skills development.
• Build positive, trusting relationships with children, families and professionals.
• Maintain accurate records, reports and observations in line with policies.
• Administer medication where trained and authorised to do so.
• Identify safeguarding concerns and report promptly following procedures.
• Support children with emotional and behavioural needs using positive strategies.
• Work collaboratively with social workers, healthcare professionals, schools and family members.

Skills

Child care experience

Communication

Teamwork

Safeguarding knowledge

Education

Level 2/3 Diploma (Children & Young People)

GCSEs

Enhanced DBS check

Medication administration training

Job description

At Rainbow Care Solutions, we’re a well-established domiciliary care provider with over 20 years of experience operating across our 5 branches.

We've built a strong reputation for excellence, consistently achieving a 'Good' or higher rating from the CQC. We're currently seeking dedicated Home Carers to join our team and help us continue providing outstanding in-home support.

What Makes Us Different?

Supportive Collaborative Team: We're dedicated to a positive, personal, and supportive work culture. Many of our team members have been with us for 5 to 10 years.
Career Progression/Training: We offer fully funded NVQ training and external training with clear career pathways, including opportunities to move into supervision and management roles.
Work-Life Balance & Recognition: We believe in celebrating our team's hard work and fun whilst we do it. We host regular social events and have reward schemes to recognise your contributions, valuing your role in our communities. Including gift vouchers for outstanding employees each month and referral bonuses.
We offer competitive pay and also compensate for travel time and mileage.

Your Role as a child support worker:

To provide high-quality care, support, and supervision to children and young people within their own homes. The role involves promoting their physical, emotional, social, and educational development while ensuring their safety, wellbeing, and safeguarding needs are met at all times.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide person-centred care and support tailored to the child's individual needs.
• Assist with daily living activities, including personal care, meal preparation, and household tasks where appropriate.
• Support children and young people to access education, health appointments, and community activities.
• Promote independence, confidence, and life skills development.
• Build positive and trusting relationships with children, families, and professionals.
• Maintain accurate records, reports, and observations in line with company policies.
• Administer medication where trained and authorised to do so.
• Identify and report safeguarding concerns promptly following organisational procedures.
• Support children with emotional and behavioural needs using positive behaviour support strategies.
• Work collaboratively with social workers, healthcare professionals, schools, and family members.

Essential Requirements:

• Level 2 or Level 3 Diploma in Children and Young People's Workforce, Residential Childcare, Health and Social Care, or equivalent.
• GCSEs.
• Valid safeguarding training.
• Medication administration training.
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.
• Willingness to undergo an Enhanced DBS check.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Experience working with children and young people in a care, education, or support setting.
• Understanding of safeguarding and child protection procedures.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong record-keeping and organisational skills.
• Compassionate, patient, and reliable approach.
• Ability to manage challenging behaviour calmly and professionally.