Residential Care Worker: Empower Youth to Thrive

Lighthouse Capital Services Ltd; Rochester; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff Loyalty Scheme

Blue Light Card discounts

Refer-a-Friend Scheme up to £2,000

28 days annual leave incl. bank hols

Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childca

Pension scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Ongoing training and development

Job summary

Lighthouse Capital Services Ltd in Rochester, Kent is seeking a Residential Support Worker to provide safe, nurturing support for children and young people. You will help them engage in education, activities and personal development within a structured environment.

The role requires a full UK driving licence, willingness to work shifts including sleep-ins, and a commitment to safeguarding. Competitive salary is offered, with career progression opportunities within the organisation.

Qualifications

• Applicants must hold a full UK driving licence.
• Willingness to work shifts, weekends and sleep-ins as part of a rota.
• Desirable: experience in children's residential care and understanding of regulations.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high standards of care, safeguarding for children and young people.
• Build positive relationships to promote confidence, resilience and independence.
• Support engagement in education, activities and personal development.
• Manage challenging behaviours in a calm, therapeutic and professional manner.
• Maintain accurate records, reports and daily documentation.
• Collaborate with families and external professionals to achieve positive outcomes.

Job description

Lighthouse Capital Services Ltd in Rochester, Kent is seeking a Residential Support Worker to provide safe, nurturing support for children and young people. You will help them engage in education, activities and personal development within a structured environment.

The role requires a full UK driving licence, willingness to work shifts including sleep-ins, and a commitment to safeguarding. Competitive salary is offered, with career progression opportunities within the organisation.