Residential Care Worker

THE CALDECOTT FOUNDATION LTD; Worksop; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days holiday

Career development

Pension scheme

Health cashback

Employee assistance programme

Discounts for staff

Cycle-to-work

Job summary

The Caldecott Foundation is seeking a Residential Care Worker to support the learning, emotional, social and behavioural needs of children and young people in residential homes and school settings. You will help implement care plans and contribute to daily routines, creating safe, nurturing experiences.

The role includes a rota and sleep-in duties; you will drive Foundation vehicles to transport young people to activities and appointments, working in a trauma-informed environment to support

Qualifications

• Clear written records ability.
• Willingness to undertake Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (if not already held).
• Interest in supporting children and young people to achieve positive outcomes.
• Full driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Support the emotional, social, behavioural and educational needs of children and young people.
• Help implement care plans, education plans and individual strategies.
• Contribute to a safe, nurturing and supportive home environment.
• Support young people in daily routines, activities, learning and social opportunities.
• Maintain accurate records and communicate effectively with colleagues and professionals.
• Promote young people’s safety, wellbeing and positive development.
• Participate in mandatory training, supervision and sleep-in duties.

Skills

Clear written records

Full driving licence

Willingness to learn

Education

Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare

Job description

Residential Care Worker

Locations: 1 vacancy near Worksop, Nottinghamshire | 1 vacancy near Lincoln, East Midlands

Salary & Sleep-in Payments: £31,001.88 to £35,185.80 (includes payment for 2 sleep-ins per week, dependent on experience and based on either our 39-hour or 45-hour contract options)

About Us

For over 110 years, The Caldecott Foundation has been helping children build a future. We provide homes, schools and therapeutic services for children and young people who have experienced trauma, adversity and disrupted relationships.

We focus on creating safe, nurturing and playful environments where young people can develop life skills, grow in confidence, enjoy new opportunities and feel a genuine sense of belonging.

About the Role

As a Residential Care Worker, you will support the learning, emotional, social and behavioural needs of children and young people within both our residential homes and, at times, within our school environment.

You’ll play an important role in everyday life, helping young people feel safe, valued and supported while contributing to care plans, daily routines, and meaningful experiences.

This role includes working a rota and participating in sleep-in duties.

What Kind of Person We’re Looking For

We’re looking for someone who is compassionate, resilient and committed to helping young people thrive.

You’ll be able to:

• Build trusting, supportive relationships with young people
• Stay calm and grounded in challenging situations
• Work collaboratively within a team and be open to learning
• Support children in education, care and social settings
• Meet the practical demands of the role, including working a rota and participating in sleep-ins
• Drive Foundation vehicles to transport young people to activities and appointments
• Work confidently within a trauma-informed environment

Key Responsibilities

As a Residential Care Worker, you will:

• Support the emotional, social, behavioural and educational needs of children and young people
• Help implement care plans, education plans and individual strategies
• Contribute to a safe, nurturing and supportive home environment
• Support young people in daily routines, activities, learning and social opportunities
• Maintain accurate records and communicate effectively with colleagues and professionals
• Promote young people’s safety, wellbeing and positive development
• Participate in mandatory training, supervision and sleep-in duties

Essential Experience & Qualifications

You will need to have:

• A good standard of education and the ability to produce clear written records
• A willingness to undertake the Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (if not already held)
• An interest in supporting children and young people to achieve positive outcomes
• A full driving licence

What We Can Give You

• 28 days’ holiday (including bank holidays), rising to 30 days after 3 years
• Career development, including funded qualifications up to master’s level
• Health cashback scheme (covering you and up to four children)
• Pension scheme with up to 5% employer contributions
• Wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance Programme
• Access to retail, food and entertainment discounts
• Cycle-to-work scheme and will writing service

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team where everyone feels valued, respected and able to be themselves. The children and young people we support come from many different backgrounds, and we believe our workforce should reflect and celebrate that diversity. We welcome applications from people of all ages, backgrounds and lived experiences who share our commitment to helping children build brighter futures.

Sound Like a Match?

If you’re ready to make a meaningful difference and help our young people feel safe, supported and hopeful for their futures, we’d love to hear from you.

Please note: The Caldecott Foundation is committed to safeguarding children. All appointments are subject to satisfactory references and an Enhanced DBS check in line with safer recruitment guidelines.