Residential Childcare Specialist – Flexible Shifts & Growth

Vetro Recruitment; Leicester; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

26 days holiday + bank holidays

Flexible/hybrid working where possible

Wellbeing services and discounts

Job summary

Vetro Recruitment is seeking a dedicated Residential Support Worker in Leicester to provide nurturing care for children and young people. The role involves creating a safe, stimulating environment and contributing to day-to-day home operations while adhering to safeguarding standards.

You will work with families and professionals to meet individual needs, document records accurately, and support care plans.

Qualifications

• Requires Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare or willing to achieve within specified timeframe.
• Experience with children and young people in residential care or educational settings is desirable.
• Strong knowledge of safeguarding, child protection and sector standards.
• Flexible approach; willing to work sleep-ins, shifts, weekends, and bank holidays.

Responsibilities

• Build trusting, nurturing relationships to promote each young person’s independence and wellbeing.
• Collaborate with parents, carers, and professionals to meet individual needs.
• Contribute to the day-to-day running of the home (cooking, cleaning, welcoming environment).
• Accurately document records in line with safeguarding and regulatory standards (Ofsted, CIW).
• Promote a safe, supportive environment and adhere to safeguarding policies.
• Support care plans and behaviour management strategies (MAPA/PBS).

Skills

Empathy and communication

Safeguarding knowledge

Flexible schedule

Education

Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare

Job description

Vetro Recruitment is seeking a dedicated Residential Support Worker in Leicester to provide nurturing care for children and young people. The role involves creating a safe, stimulating environment and contributing to day-to-day home operations while adhering to safeguarding standards.

You will work with families and professionals to meet individual needs, document records accurately, and support care plans.