Residential Child Care Worker — Trauma‑Informed, 24/7 Support

Gateshead Regeneration Partnership; Gateshead; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

Outstanding Pension Scheme

Generous Annual Leave

Learning & Development

Health & Wellbeing Support

Cycle to Work Scheme

Electric & Hybrid Car Scheme

Exclusive Discounts & Salary Sacrifice

Job summary

Gateshead Council is recruiting for a Children’s Homes residential care role, delivering high-quality support to vulnerable children and young people across multiple homes. You will work within a trauma-informed, strength-based framework, collaborating with a therapeutic team to promote safeguarding, education and independence.

The role requires NVQ Level 3 in caring for children and young people or a Level 3/4 Diploma, a valid UK driving licence, and a minimum age of 21.

Qualifications

• Qualified to NVQ Level 3 Caring for Children and Young People or Level 3/4 Diploma for Children and Young People’s Workforce or equivalent or willing to work towards Level 4 within 18-24 months.
• Full, valid UK driving licence is essential for this role, as regular travel between homes is required.
• To apply for this job you must be at least 21 years old.
• All care staff are at least 18 years old, and staff who are given sole responsibility… at least 21 years old (Standard 17.11).

Responsibilities

• Work in Gateshead Council’s Residential Homes to provide care and support for children and young people across four established homes and two more planned.
• Engage with the safeguarding, assessment, intervention and prevention services to help children thrive.
• Contribute to a trauma-informed, strength-based care environment with a dedicated therapeutic team.
• Assist in supporting education, rebuilding trust, and developing independence for young people.

Education

NVQ Level 3 Caring for Children and Young People

Level 3/4 Diploma for Children and Young People’s Workforce or equivalent

Full UK driving licence

Job description

Gateshead Council is recruiting for a Children’s Homes residential care role, delivering high-quality support to vulnerable children and young people across multiple homes. You will work within a trauma-informed, strength-based framework, collaborating with a therapeutic team to promote safeguarding, education and independence.

The role requires NVQ Level 3 in caring for children and young people or a Level 3/4 Diploma, a valid UK driving licence, and a minimum age of 21.