Residential Child Care Worker

Dove Adolescent Services; York and North Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

A specialist residential childcare service is looking for responsible individuals to join as Residential Childcare Support Workers. The roles, both part-time and full-time, involve providing high-quality therapeutic care and support for young people. Responsibilities include engaging in various activities, mentoring, and maintaining supportive boundaries. Ideal candidates have experience in childcare and can work effectively in a team. This position offers competitive salaries and excellent career development opportunities.

Benefits

Potential to earn additional income from sleep-in shifts

Career development opportunities

Rewarding work environment

Qualifications

• Experience in childcare or a related field preferred.
• Ability to engage with young people and understand their needs.
• Understanding of safeguarding principles.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day care and support for young people.
• Engage in various activities such as homework help and outdoor activities.
• Maintain supportive boundaries and prioritize safeguarding.

Skills

Mentoring

Role modelling

Building positive relationships

Teamwork

Job description

We arerecruiting on behalf of a specialist residential childcare service. Unlike other settings, this service has a clearly defined profile of young people, meaning staff become true specialists in their field. The model of care shapes how staff are trained, supported and developed, with multidisciplinary teams bringing together diverse skills, backgrounds, and experiences. Do you have the skills to fill this role? Read the complete details below, and make your application today. You will be part of a dedicated team providing high-quality, therapeutic care and support for young people. The role is varied, meaningful, and deeply rewarding, making a real difference to lives while also offering excellent career development opportunities.

Key Responsibilities

• Work as part of a team of therapeutic carers, typically 67 staff per shift, led by a Team Leader or Senior
• Provide day‑to‑day care and support, including mentoring, nurturing, role modelling, and building positive relationships
• Engage in a wide range of activities with young people such as helping with homework, cooking, gardening, gaming, outdoor activities, and bedtime routines
• Maintain firm but supportive boundaries, prioritising safeguarding and open communication

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