Childcare Support Worker - Qualification Essential

TeacherActive; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Childcare Support Worker in East Midlands to provide essential support to children aged 7-11 with emotional and behavioral difficulties. The role involves working in a residential setting, focusing on therapeutic care and ensuring a safe environment. The ideal candidate will have experience with challenging behaviors and hold a Level 3 qualification in children's workforce or be willing to obtain one.

Benefits

Dedicated team of consultants available 24/7

Guaranteed Payment Scheme

CPD Courses and certificates

Market-leading pay rates

TeacherActive Referral Scheme

Qualifications

• Experience with therapeutic models such as P.A.C.E.
• Willingness to attain Level 3 qualification.
• Previous experience with children with trauma.

Responsibilities

• Work full-time on a 2 on 4 off shift pattern.
• Support children with EBD and SEMH needs in a residential setting.
• Ensure safety, security, and consistency in care.

Skills

Experience with therapeutic models

Experience supporting young people with challenging behaviours

Flexibility with shifts

Education

Level 3 Children and Young People's Workforce qualification

Job description

Childcare Support Worker - Qualification Essential

East Midlands / Temporary / £13.69 - £16.00 per hour

TeacherActive is proud to be working with a children’s residential provider in Ilkeston to recruit a Residential Support Worker / RSW. This therapeutic provision houses 5 children and young people aged 7 – 11, diagnosed with EBD (Emotional Behavioural Difficulties), SEMH (Social Emotional Mental Health), or complex trauma needs.

We seek a Residential Support Worker / RSW to work full-time on a 2 on 4 off shift pattern. Our ethos is child-focused, emphasizing safety, security, consistency, and respect for children's wishes.

The ideal candidate will have:

• Experience with therapeutic models such as P.A.C.E
• Level 3 Children and Young People's Workforce qualification or willingness to attain it
• Experience supporting young people with challenging behaviours or trauma
• Flexibility with shifts

In return, we offer:

• A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to assist you
• Guaranteed Payment Scheme *Terms and Conditions apply*
• CPD Courses and certificates via the My-Progression channel
• Market-leading pay rates
• TeacherActive Referral Scheme – earn up to £100 for referring a friend *Terms and Conditions apply*

Our staff are paid via PAYE, ensuring correct TAX and National Insurance contributions, with no admin charges deducted from your pay.

If interested, click ‘APPLY NOW’ to be contacted about this opportunity.

EMAIL: [e-mail]

CONTACT NUMBER: 0115 824 1888

All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and invited to register with TeacherActive. Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID verification, and professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service and offer a range of opportunities in educational settings with flexible timings.

Our standards are consistently rated as exceptional through external audits. We are committed to finding the right staff for each environment.

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business providing temporary and contract staffing services.