Residential Childcare Worker BANK

TN United Kingdom; Danderhall; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care provider in Danderhall is seeking a Residential Childcare Worker to support young people facing complex challenges. The role involves promoting positive relationships, collaborating with teams, and ensuring the well-being of young people. Candidates should have a full UK manual driving licence and relevant qualifications. Attractive benefits include bonuses, competitive pay, and a fully paid induction programme.

Benefits

£1000 Recommend A Friend Bonus

£500 Welcome Bonus

Fully Paid induction programme

Competitive pay rates

Free PVG check

Pension Scheme

Qualifications

• Experience working with children and families.
• Understanding of developmental needs and milestones.

Responsibilities

• Support young people through complex needs related to their life experiences.
• Write review reports and conduct risk assessments.
• Collaborate with a team to address social and emotional needs.

Skills

Communication

Relationship Building

Report Writing

Education

HNC in Social Care

SVQ level 3 in Care

Job description

Residential Childcare Worker BANK, Danderhall

Location: Danderhall

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 11d8033a9edf

Job Views: 3

Posted: 17.05.2025

Expiry Date: 01.07.2025

Job Description:

We are seeking a Residential Childcare Worker to join our team. A full UK manual driving licence is required.

About us

For over 25 years, Spark of Genius has been delivering high-quality care to young people in need of support. Part of the UK-wide CareTech family, we are committed to meeting each child's individual needs.

In your new role

This role offers the opportunity to work with young people, supporting them through complex needs related to their life experiences and childhood adversity.

What will you do?

• Work positively and respectfully with young people to promote good relationships and encourage achievements.
• Collaborate with a team to address the social, emotional, educational, and mental health needs of young people.
• Encourage participation of young people in domestic tasks to develop self-care skills.
• Write review reports, conduct risk assessments, and contribute to care plans.
• Liaise with parents and partner agencies to ensure the best interests of the young people are maintained.

What we look for?

• Understanding of the developmental needs and milestones of young people.
• Experience working with children and families.
• Full UK manual driving licence.
• Ability to communicate effectively and build positive relationships with young people, parents/carers, and professionals.
• Ability to produce clear, concise reports and verbally present information.
• Capability to challenge individuals appropriately, remaining calm and objective in difficult situations.
• HNC in Social Care, SVQ level 3 in Care, or equivalent qualification, or willingness to undertake these qualifications.

Benefits

• *£1000 Recommend A Friend Bonus
• *£500 Welcome Bonus
• Fully Paid induction programme
• Competitive pay rates
• Free PVG check
• Pension Scheme

All Residential Childcare Workers must undergo a PVG check and achieve membership prior to starting. For England-based roles, an Enhanced DBS is also required, with costs covered by the employer.

Application data will be used solely for recruitment within Spark of Genius and CareTech.