Residential Childcare Officer – Cardiff

TN United Kingdom; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a compassionate Residential Childcare Officer in Cardiff. This role involves creating a nurturing environment for children and young people, advocating for their needs, and supporting them in various settings. Ideal candidates will have experience working with children or young adults, and a commitment to respecting their diverse identities. The position offers a unique opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of young people while enjoying additional benefits such as twice weekly payroll and access to exclusive training resources. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of children, this role is for you.

Benefits

Twice weekly payroll

Free DBS and compliance service

Access to exclusive roles

Free access to training and CPD portal

Dedicated consultant

Wide selection of social work positions

Refer a Friend bonus

Find your own job bonus

Qualifications

• Experience in childcare or similar roles is essential.
• Must hold a full UK driving license.

Responsibilities

• Provide a caring environment for children and young people.
• Support and advocate for children in various settings.

Skills

Experience working with children or young adults

Advocacy skills

Communication skills

Cultural sensitivity

Education

Relevant childcare qualifications

Job description

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Location:

Cardiff, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

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36

Posted:

13.04.2025

Expiry Date:

28.05.2025

Job Description:

Liquid Personnel have an exclusive opportunity for a Residential Childcare Officer to join in Cardiff.

Your key responsibilities as a Residential Childcare Officer:

• To provide a caring and supportive environment for children and young people. Respect and affirm their racial, cultural, and religious identity and lifestyle.
• To advocate for and support children and young people, which could include representing them or accompanying them at schools, health facilities, job centers, and other events.
• To assist in returning children/young people to their families or help them to move on to alternative carers or preparing them for adulthood as part of the Care Plan and Pathway Plan.
• To help field social work staff, parents, and carers in the design and implementation of Care Plans and Placement Plans for each child/young person, considering the views of the child/young person.
• Experience working with children or young adults – Nursery Nurse/Teaching Assistant/Childcare Provider.
• Locations North – East – South West of Cardiff.
• People willing to do sleep-ins are preferred but not essential.
• Eligible to work in the UK.
• Hold a full UK driving license.
• Post-qualified experience.

Additional Benefits:

• Twice weekly payroll.
• Free DBS and compliance service.
• Access to exclusive roles that aren’t available from other agencies.
• Free access to Liquid’s exclusive social work training and CPD portal.
• Your own dedicated consultant with extensive social work knowledge.
• Access to a wide selection of social work positions across the UK.

“Refer a Friend” bonus – get £500 for each social worker you refer who we successfully place.

“Find your own job” bonus – get £250 for bringing your own position to us.