Children's Residential Care Worker

Bedspace; Trafford; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Bedspace is seeking a dedicated care worker to join our children's homes, supporting young people aged 8–18 in a safe, nurturing environment. You will work closely with a supportive team to deliver high-quality, individualised care plans and promote dignity and respect for every child.

We will provide in-house training to help you achieve the Level 3 Diploma for Residential Childcare (England) and support progression.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children in a residential setting.
• Awareness of safeguarding from harm and risk management.
• Level 3 Diploma for Residential Childcare or willingness to work towards.
• Aged 21 and over due to industry regulations.
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle insured for business use.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct support and care for children in a residential setting, ensuring their safety and well-being.
• Develop and implement individualised care plans tailored to each child's needs.
• Maintain open communication with children, families, and team members to foster a supportive environment.
• Drive children to appointments and activities as needed, ensuring timely arrivals.
• Document progress and any incidents accurately, utilising IT systems for record-keeping.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance the quality of care provided.
• Form positive relationships with children based on respect and openness.

Skills

Residential care experience

Safeguarding awareness

Driving licence

Level 3 Diploma progression

Age 21+

Education

Level 3 Diploma for Residential Childcare

Job description

At Bedspace, our singular mission is clear: to profoundly impact the lives of the people we care for and support. Our unwavering commitment extends to children and young people, driving the expansion of our children's home network. Our homes are designed to provide a secure and nurturing environment, fostering a family-style atmosphere that promotes positive relationships and establishes strong bonds between children and our dedicated staff.

About the role

You will work in the residential home providing a loving and caring environment to children aged 8 – 18 years. Working with a close-knit team, you will be supported every step of the way by our dedicated professionals. You will contribute to our great culture which ensures each child is treated with understanding, dignity, kindness and respect.

In addition to working with a great and supportive team, if you do not yet hold yourLevel 3 Diploma for Residential Childcare (England)or equivalent then we will deliver and support you to complete this nationally recognised qualification with our experienced in-house assessors.

About You

Do you have experience working with vulnerable children? This is an exciting time to join Bedspace as we have ambitious growth plans – giving you the opportunity to gain a qualification, skills and development and build a great career with us.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide direct support and care for children in a residential setting, ensuring their safety and well-being.
• Develop and implement individualised care plans tailored to each child's needs.
• Maintain open communication with children, families, and team members to foster a supportive environment.
• Drive children to appointments and activities as needed, ensuring timely arrivals.
• Document progress and any incidents accurately, utilising IT systems for record-keeping.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance the quality of care provided.
• Form positive relationships with children based on respect and openness

Requirements:

• Experience working with children in a residential setting
• Have an awareness of safeguarding from harm and the ability to assess and manage risk
• Level 3 Diploma for Residential Childcare or equivalent qualification or willingness to work towards.
• Aged 21 and over due to industry regulations.
• Must have a full UK valid Driving licence and access to a vehicle insured for business use.

Full Time 37.5 Hours - Salary is£32,017.38per annum inclusive of sleeps.

Part Time - £12.91 per hour and £71.28 per sleep.

Shift pattern– includes weekends and sleep-ins. 4-week rolling rota; sleeps are 8 across the rota for full-time time and 6 for part-time workers. Shifts are typically 2:30pm - 10:30pm / 7:00am - 3:00pm.

About Us

We are Bedspace. Our mission is simple - to transform the lives of the people we support. Our team of 300+ people work to provide housing and support packages to our service users. In 2024, we celebrated our 25th anniversary, during 25 years of Bedspace we’ve supported over 24,000 people to transform their lives. Bedspace was also named Most Dedicated Community Housing Organisation 2025! Bedspace Resource Limited is a Disability Confident Committed employer, committed to inclusive recruitment, accessible vacancies, reasonable adjustments, and ongoing support for disabled employees.

At Bedspace, we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults. This role involves direct work with children and is therefore exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

As part of our rigorous recruitment and selection process, we carry out comprehensive vetting checks—including an Enhanced DBS and employment references—to ensure all appointed individuals are suitable to work with the people we support.

If you are offered the role, references will be requested for all positions involving work with children or vulnerable adults. You must also provide a full employment history in your CV, with clear explanations for any gaps.

Please note that Bedspace is currently unable to offer sponsorship for this role.

Children's Residential (Children's Care Work)

Children's Residential (Children's Care Work)

Children's Residential (Children's Care Work)

£34,375.24 per annum inclusive of sleep rate