Residential Childcare Worker

Lantern Care Homes; Darley Dale; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully funded training

Sleep-in allowance

Induction package

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

Lantern Care Homes in Darley Dale is seeking a residential support worker to join our team. The role offers a starting salary that progresses with skills and qualifications, plus a sleep-in allowance and ample training.

We provide full induction, accredited training, and clear progression pathways. Experience in health and social care is preferred but not essential, with DBS clearance and a commitment to trauma-informed care valued.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in health and social care is preferred but not essential for a residential care worker.
• At least 1 year of experience is required for senior posts.
• Qualification Level 3 diploma in Children & Young Peoples Residential is desirable, with enrollment after 6 months if not qualified.

Responsibilities

• Support and nurture children and young people through trauma-informed and relational practice.

Skills

Empathy

Teamwork

Calm under pressure

Attention to detail

Flexibility

DBS check

English proficiency

Right to work in UK

Health & Social Care exp

Driving license

NVQ Level 3

Education

NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare

Job description

Salary: starting salary is 30000 rising to 34000 following completion of relevant skills experience and qualifications

We are a growing social care provider in the region and are searching for a residential support worker to join our team located in Darley Dale.

We offer a full induction package and excellent and bespoke training as well as a competitive salary starting at £24,500 + £5,000 sleep in allowance and opportunities for career progression.

This is an exciting opportunity to work in a challenging and very rewarding environment, supporting and nurturing children and young people to grow and develop through trauma informed and relational practice. Previous experience in health and social care is preferred but not essential to be considered for a residential care worker. We require at least 1 year experience for our senior posts.

Any experience working directly with children aged 8-18 years old would be beneficial.

On offer is a fully funded, accredited training programme which offers you an excellent career progression pathway.

Qualification Level 3 diploma in Children & Young Peoples Residential is desirable, however you will be enrolled after 6 months of satisfactory employment if you are not qualified.

We are a small and caring company where our goal is to nurture and develop our staff.

Key Skills

Sensitivity, understanding and empathy

Ability to work well with others

Patience and the ability to remain calm in stressful situations

Ability to work well under pressure

Thorough and attention to detail

Desire to help people

Willingness to undergo a free DBS checkGood written and spoken EnglishRight to work in the UKExperience in Health and Social Care (preferred)Enthusiasm to make a differenceFlexibility to work long days (10:00 - 22:00)Full driving license desirable or if you are in the latter stages of gaining your licenseWillingness to gain the NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare