Child-Centered Residential Care Support Worker

Caretech; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive induction and training

Ongoing professional development

Job summary

Join a multidisciplinary team committed to safeguarding, growth, and building life skills. Full training is provided, with emphasis on a loving, child-first environment and opportunities for ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• Experience in mental health, social care, or with children and young people is desirable but not essential; full training provided.

Responsibilities

• Be a positive role model and trusted adult in a child’s life, providing emotional support and practical guidance.
• Help with school readiness, meals, homework and routines.
• Organise age-appropriate activities (baking, crafts, movie nights, walks).
• Attend key events (parents’ evenings, days out) and support with boundaries and reassurance.
• Support children to build independence, including budgeting and personal care.
• Work with a multidisciplinary team to act in the child’s best interests.

Skills

Friendly personality

Empathy

Patience

Communication skills

Job description

Join a multidisciplinary team committed to safeguarding, growth, and building life skills. Full training is provided, with emphasis on a loving, child-first environment and opportunities for ongoing professional development.